Senior Manager, Internal Audit

Navan is looking for a talented Senior Manager, Internal Audit to join us in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Internal Audit Senior Manager is responsible for executing risk-based internal audits, assisting the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, and providing risk advisory support for strategic initiatives across Navan. This role partners closely with management and external service providers to evaluate and strengthen internal controls while identifying opportunities to improve operational effectiveness and risk management across the organization. The Senior Manager will lead complex audit engagements, support enterprise risk management activities, assist with Board and Audit Committee reporting, and provide advisory support on strategic initiatives. This position reports to the VP, Head of Audit, Risk, and Compliance and will have significant exposure to executive leadership. What You’ll Do: Audit Leadership Lead planning, execution, and reporting of operational, financial, compliance, and integrated audits. Assist with risk assessments and the development of the annual audit plan. Evaluate effectiveness of governance, risk management, compliance, and internal control processes. Identify root causes of control deficiencies and operational inefficiencies. Develop practical recommendations that improve risk management and business performance. SOX Program Assistance Assist with the Company’s SOX compliance program, including planning, scoping, risk assessment, testing strategy, and reporting. Coordinate and oversee activities performed by co-sourced internal audit providers. Review control testing workpapers and challenge conclusions where appropriate. Partner with process owners to evaluate control design and operating effectiveness. Monitor remediation of control deficiencies and track progress through resolution. Coordinate activities among management, external auditors, and co-sourced resources. Support annual management assessment of internal controls over financial reporting. Team and Co-Sourced Resource Leadership Lead, mentor, and coordinate internal audit staff and co-sourced resources in day-to-day audit and SOX testing activities. Manage co-sourced engagements, including budgets, timelines, deliverables, and coordination between internal stakeholders and external service providers. Review workpapers and reports to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to audit methodology and documentation standards. Identify opportunities to improve team effectiveness and maximize the value of co-sourced arrangements. Promote continuous improvement, including the effective use of data analytics and AI-enabled audit techniques. Strategic Advisory Partner with management on major transformation initiatives, ERP implementations, automation efforts, and business process redesign. Provide risk-focused advisory services without assuming management responsibility. Assist project teams in proactively identifying risks that may impact successful delivery of strategic objectives. Stakeholder Engagement Build trusted relationships with senior leaders across the company. Present audit results and recommendations to executive leadership. Support Audit Committee communications and reporting. Risk Management Partnering with the enterprise risk management leader and supporting related initiatives. Monitor emerging risks across operations, technology, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and global supply chains. What We’re Looking For: 8-10 years of progressively responsible experience in IT or internal audit, SOX compliance, public accounting, risk management, or a related field. At least 5 years in a leadership role, including leading audit engagements, programs, or teams. Significant experience leading operational and technology audits from planning and scoping through testing, reporting, and remediation follow-up. Experience leading or managing IT SOX compliance for a publicly traded company, including IT general controls, automated controls, segregation of duties, and deficiency evaluation. Experience assessing control design and operating effectiveness and supporting timely, sustainable remediation. Experience coordinating with external auditors, consulting firms, and co-sourced service providers. Experience supervising audit professionals, reviewing work products, and providing clear direction and feedback. Demonstrated ability to engage independently with director-, vice president-, and executive-level stakeholders and communicate complex risk and control matters clearly. Experience preparing audit reports and presenting results and recommendations to senior management. Strong knowledge of internal control and risk frameworks, including the COSO Internal Control—Integrated Framework, SOX Section 404 requirements, and risk assessment methodologies. Understanding of IT control environments, including access management, change management, IT operations, and controls over cloud and SaaS applications. Ability to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require. Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field required. MBA or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred. Professional Certifications Required: Hold an active Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) credential issued by The Institute of Internal Auditors, or an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license issued by a state board of accountancy. Preferred: CPA preferred; candidates holding both the CPA and CIA credentials are highly preferred. Preferred Experience Experience in the fintech, financial services, or travel industry. Big Four public accounting experience. Experience with AI systems or AI governance, ERP implementations, data analytics, or enterprise risk management. Experience with NetSuite, Salesforce, FloQast, and/or AuditBoard/Optro. Familiarity with data analytics tools and AI-enabled auditing techniques. The posted pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the compensation for this position and is subject to change based on business need. To determine a successful candidate’s starting pay, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location, an evaluation of the candidate’s skills and experience, market demands, and internal parity. For roles with on-target-earnings (OTE), the pay range includes both base salary and target incentive compensation. Target incentive compensation for some roles may include a ramping draw period. Compensation is higher for those who exceed targets. Candidates may receive more information from the recruiter. Pay Range $138,000 — $276,000 USD Navan uses AI-assisted Automated Employment Decision Tool (Metaview) to assist with evaluating resumes against job qualifications for this role. All final decisions are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. Human oversight: Metaview does not automatically reject candidates or make final hiring decisions. Our recruiters and hiring managers review all outputs and make the final hiring decision regarding every application. Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about our processing of personal data, and your rights. Navan is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based solely on merit. We provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We prohibit any such discrimination or harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring. Navan complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Navan will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability in connection with applications for employment as required by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, you are welcome to email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. As part of the recruitment process, certain personal data may be processed using automated tools, including tools that use AI. For details on how Navan collects and uses your personal data, please review Navan's Candidate Privacy Notice here. We have been made aware of recruitment scams involving fraudulent attempts to lure job seekers into sending money or personal information in return for fake job offers or coerce them into purchasing equipment by electronic funds transfer (Zelle, Venmo, etc.) Legitimate Navan recruiters will never ask for money in any recruitment or onboarding activities. All available job openings at Navan will be posted on Navan’s website and all Navan recruiters will be reachable through an email address ending in “@navan.com” or “@navan.tech” or "@talent.navan.com". *Applies to select locations. About Navan Navan (Nasdaq: NAVN) is the global AI-powered business travel and expense platform that makes travel easy for frequent travelers. From finding flights and hotels, to automating expense reconciliation, with 24/7 support along the way, Navan delivers an intuitive experience travelers love and finance teams rely on. See how Navan customers benefit and learn more at navan.com. Culture of Excellence Our team is our competitive edge — a high-performance group of smart, driven people committed to winning together. This dedication to excellence is why we’ve been recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In (2023–2026), a G2 Best Global Software Company (2025–2026), Forbes Cloud 100 (2022–2025), and CNBC Disruptor 50 (2022–2025). At Navan, we provide an environment where top talent excels, offering the autonomy and fast-paced trajectory needed to build a defining career and do the best work of your life. Our Benefits Navan offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support your well-being, financial security, and life outside of work. Our benefits, thoughtfully tailored by country to meet local needs, include healthcare coverage, insurance offerings, and wellness resources for you and your family. We support long‑term financial growth through retirement savings programs and opportunities to participate in our equity plans, so you can share in Navan’s success. To promote balance, we offer flexible time off, country‑specific holidays, and paid parental leave for all new parents. Additional benefits include connectivity and commuting support*, mental health resources, and exclusive travel‑related perks. Wherever you’re based, our benefits evolve with you. Workplace Policy Navan believes in the value of in‑person connections, whether that’s sitting down to have lunch with one another, taking a walking 1:1, or collaborating in a room together. The connections forged through face‑to‑face interactions improve company culture and drive business results. Navan invests in global office spaces — in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, among others — that feel welcoming. In‑office perks such as company‑provided lunches and happy hours create a strong team environment to help you do your best work. Our employees work from the office four days a week. Please expect this policy for all roles that are tied to an office. #J-18808-Ljbffr