Job Specifications
At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.
We're looking for a proactive, collaborative Manager of Internal Audit to help execute our internal audit and SOX programs, as well as support Lyft's governance, risk management, and compliance efforts. This role will focus on both audits and SOX compliance, helping identify and address key risks while delivering insights that enable informed decision-making. Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, and based in our San Francisco HQ, you'll work closely with stakeholders across the company to strengthen controls, improve processes, and drive continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
SOX Compliance & Internal Controls over Financial Reporting
Develop a strong understanding of key business processes and internal controls, including areas supported by technology or automation
Stay informed on significant changes within the company (e.g., organizational, operational, or system-related) and assess potential impacts on SOX controls and compliance
Recommend improvements to existing controls or identify new controls to address gaps and enhance the overall internal control environment
Maintain clarity on which systems and processes are in scope for SOX and support updates as business needs evolve
Provide guidance to management on internal control matters and help design practical training for control owners on compliance requirements
Evaluate control documentation and supporting evidence for compliance with SOX standards
Assist in annual SOX planning efforts, including risk assessments, materiality analysis, and defining control scope and timelines
Track and monitor the status of SOX-related testing, control performance, evidence gathering, and remediation efforts
Support the coordination and review of work performed by external consultants; assist with testing or remediation activities as needed
Collaborate with business and functional teams to maintain accurate process documentation, such as narratives and flowcharts
Act as a liaison with external auditors during planning, walkthroughs, evidence requests, and control testing
Partner cross-functionally with compliance, finance, and operational stakeholders to ensure alignment across all SOX-related activities
Audit Execution & Risk-Based Planning
Execute audit and advisory engagements spanning across both technology (e.g. cybersecurity, data governance, infrastructure, etc.) and business (e.g. operations, compliance, etc.) domains from end to end -- including planning, fieldwork, testing, and reporting.
Partner with the Director of Internal Audit to develop and refine the annual risk-based audit plan.
Take a hands-on approach to audits, ensuring findings are data-driven, relevant, and aligned with business objectives.
Use process improvement techniques (e.g. process mapping, root cause analysis, gap assessments) to identify opportunities for enhanced control design and operational efficiency.
Perform risk assessments and identify areas for process improvement, control enhancement, or technology enablement.
Ensure timely and effective follow-up on remediation of audit findings, coordinating with business owners to verify resolution.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams -- including Engineering, Security, Legal, Finance, and Compliance -- to assess risks and test key controls.
Stay current on evolving risks related to emerging technologies, regulatory changes, and internal initiatives.
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Support the enhancement of Lyft's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program, working closely with management to identify, assess, and manage emerging enterprise risks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between audit efforts and ERM objectives, ensuring risks are identified early and effectively mitigated.
Provide actionable insights to help integrate ERM frameworks into business processes and strategic decision-making.
Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of risk mitigation efforts and contribute to enterprise-wide risk reporting.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
Build strong, trust-based relationships with stakeholders to drive accountability and promote a culture of risk awareness.
Collaborate with and manage co-sourced audit partners to ensure quality, consistency, and timely execution of audit activities.
Champion the use of agile audit practices, data analytics, and automation to enhance audit quality and efficiency.
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of Internal Audit methodologies, tools, and templates.
Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field; CPA, CIA, or CISA certification strongly preferred
5-7 years of experience in internal audit, SOX/ICFR compliance, or risk advisory, including experience with public companies and external audit coordination
Deep understanding
About the Company
Whether it's an everyday commute or a journey that changes everything, Lyft is driven by our purpose: to serve and connect. In 2012, Lyft was founded as one of the first ridesharing communities in the United States. Now, millions of drivers have chosen to earn on billions of rides. Lyft offers rideshare, bikes, and scooters all in one app -- for a more connected world, with transportation for everyone.
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