Senior Internal Auditor

Who we are At Twilio, we’re shaping the future of communications, all from the comfort of our homes. We deliver innovative solutions to hundreds of thousands of businesses and empower millions of developers worldwide to craft personalized customer experiences. Our dedication to remote-first work , and strong culture of connection and global inclusion means that no matter your location, you’re part of a vibrant team with diverse experiences making a global impact each day. As we continue to revolutionize how the world interacts, we’re acquiring new skills and experiences that make work feel truly rewarding. Your career at Twilio is in your hands. . Hiring and how we work We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help make our hiring process efficient. That said, every hiring decision is made by real Twilions! Also, while we are a remote-first company, you may be asked to report in person on an ad-hoc basis for team gatherings, functional off-sites or customer meetings. . See yourself at Twilio Join the team as Twilio’s next Senior Internal Auditor. At Twilio, we build the platform powering modern communications for millions of developers and global enterprises. Joining our Internal Audit team means stepping beyond traditional compliance to drive strategic impact, business resilience, and operational excellence across a fast-paced tech ecosystem. About the job As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and elevating our internal control environment and drive key pillars of our global SOX compliance program. You will lead and own end-to-end business process testing—from risk assessment and control design to operating effectiveness, deficiency evaluations, and status reporting while acting as a key technical resource. In this role, you’ll serve as a critical liaison collaborating cross-functionally across global business units and partnering directly with external auditors to ensure seamless compliance. Responsibilities In this role, you’ll: End-to-End SOX Planning and Execution: Drive end-to-end SOX compliance activities—from initial scoping, materiality analysis, and risk-based audit planning to walkthrough execution and operating effectiveness testing across core SOX processes. Deficiency Assessments: Document control gaps, evaluate quantitative/qualitative impacts, partner with process owners on remediation and monitor remediation progress. Quality Standards: Apply quality control standards to all audit documentation External Audit Liaison : Serve as the primary liaison to external auditors to coordinate reliance, reduce redundant testing, and streamline the annual audit process. Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner with business teams to identify control gaps, optimize workflows, and build scalable processes aligned with industry best practices. Operational Audits: Support in the end-to-end execution of operational and compliance audits from risk identification, scoping, fieldwork execution, and reporting. Document process flows and testing workpapers with limited supervision. Audit Innovation: Drive the adoption of AI and automation tools to streamline audit workflows, boost efficiency, and deliver actionable business insight Qualifications Twilio values diverse experiences from all kinds of industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. If your career is just starting or hasn't followed a traditional path, don't let that stop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table! Required: 4 years of recent, continuous public accounting experience within a Big 4 firm Demonstrated direct experience executing SOX testing and control evaluations in strict alignment with PCAOB standards and guidelines Direct experience preparing, reviewing, or defending public company audit files for PCAOB inspections or internal firm quality reviews Proven experience leading audit engagements, supervising associate auditors, and managing client/stakeholder relationships. Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field. Deep technical knowledge of US GAAP, SOX compliance requirements, COSO framework, and PCAOB auditing standards Strong project and time management and experience in performing multiple projects and working with varying team members in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Ability to work independently and as a team, with limited required direction and guidance, and provide appropriate direction to other internal audit project team members Excellent verbal and written communication skills, to effectively present to peers and management Desired: CPA/CA (or pursuing) or other relevant professional certification strongly preferred. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and audit management software (e.g., AuditBoard) Experience using data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Alteryx, or Python) to execute continuous auditing procedures. Location This role will be remote, but is not eligible to be hired in CA, CT, NJ, NY, PA, WA. Travel We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, approximately 5% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way. What We Offer Working at Twilio offers many benefits, including competitive pay, generous time off, ample parental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location. Compensation *Please note the salary range information provided applies only to candidates residing in California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington D.C., and Washington State due to local requirements. Compensation for candidates in other locations will be discussed during the hiring process. Please note that hiring for this role is not restricted to the locations listed above. The estimated pay ranges for this role are as follows: Based in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Vermont or Washington D.C. : $96,640 - $120,800. Based in New York, New Jersey, Washington State, or California (outside of the San Francisco Bay area): $102,240 - $127,800. Based in the San Francisco Bay area, California: $113,600 - $142,000. This role may be eligible to participate in Twilio’s equity plan and corporate bonus plan. All roles are generally eligible for the following benefits: health care insurance, 401(k) retirement account, paid sick time, paid personal time off, paid parental leave. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. Applications for this role are intended to be accepted until December 31, 2026, but may change based on business needs. Twilio thinks big. Do you? 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