Director of Internal Contol

Business Partnership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

IT Controls, Systems & Process Automation

Program Management & Continuous Improvement

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, SOX compliance, internal controls, audit, risk management, or a related discipline.
• Big Four public accounting experience with direct involvement in SOX 404 audits, readiness assessments, or advisory engagements.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading an organization through a transition to public company control standards or operating within an established public company environment.
• Strong knowledge of SOX 404, the COSO Internal Control Framework, U.S. GAAP, risk assessment methodologies, and internal control practices.
• Experience partnering with publicly traded companies, internal audit functions, external auditors, and senior business leaders.
• Demonstrated success leading complex control transformations, SOX readiness initiatives, audit preparation, or deficiency remediation programs.
• Strong understanding of business process controls, entity-level controls, IT general controls, and IT-dependent controls.
• Strong project and program management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, and deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization, including executive leadership.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate technical accounting, audit, risk, and compliance concepts in clear and practical business terms.
• Proven ability to lead through organizational change in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Hands-on, proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented leadership approach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification.
• Experience working within a recently acquired, private equity-backed, or rapidly scaling organization.
• Experience integrating private company processes into a U.S. public company compliance environment.
• Experience partnering with outsourced SOX providers, co-sourcing firms, or internal audit functions.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning systems and financial process automation tools, including BlackLine or similar platforms.
• Must live in Pacific Time Zone
• At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.
• In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.
• This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

What We Offer

• Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.
• We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
• Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!