Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
In SaaS, control environments often lag product and revenue complexity, and this role sits at that inflection point. A SOX and Controls Manager embedded as an advisor reflects a company operating with public company level expectations, where audit readiness, IT general controls, and application controls must work across finance systems and cloud tooling without becoming a bottleneck.
For a SaaS career, the value is in learning how scalable governance is built in practice. The remit spans risk assessment, control design, testing, and remediation, which creates a clear view of how subscription businesses translate operational reality into reliable reporting. Exposure to ITGCs and security frameworks also builds cross functional literacy that carries across modern SaaS stacks, especially where systems like ERP and CRM underpin revenue processes.
This role tends to suit an experienced assurance or controls professional who prefers influence over authority and can communicate findings in plain language. It will appeal to someone comfortable moving between business, finance, and technology stakeholders, and who wants hands on ownership as an individual contributor while shaping how compliance supports execution.
The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.
Job Description
We’re looking for one who understands risk, business operations, controls and the intersection of compliance—but approaches the work as an advisor and problem solver, not a compliance cop. You know how compliance and internal audit should work, but you don’t hide behind jargon or slow the business down. Instead, you help teams solve problems, design smart controls, and stay ahead of issues as we scale.
You’ll be an individual contributor, initially, but an effective influencer partnering closely with business, finance, and technology leaders to build a control environment that works in practice, stands up to scrutiny, and enables the company to move fast with confidence.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partner with business and operational teams to design, document, and test practical internal controls (including ITGCs and application controls)
- Lead public-company–level control assessments and testing
- Identify control gaps, assess risk, and work with stakeholders on clear, actionable remediation plans
- Execute walkthroughs, testing, and audit documentation with clarity and precision
- Communicate findings, root causes, and recommendations in plain English
- Build trust and accountability across teams—acting as an advisor, not a blocker
- Present results and progress to senior management
QUALIFICATIONS
- 7–10+ years of internal audit, controls, systems, or assurance experience (public accounting a plus)
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MIS, Business, or related field
- CIA, CISA, CPA, CISSP, or similar certification preferred
- Solid understanding of SOX, PCAOB/SEC guidance, COSO, and AS5
- Experience in a public company environment
- High integrity, accountability—and a sense of humor
YOU ARE
- Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and financial reporting
- A business-first mindset with excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to navigate ambiguity, multitask, and handle non-routine requests
- Clear, confident communicator who can influence without authority
- Hands-on, self-starting approach with strong ownership mentality
- Working knowledge of IT security, security frameworks, and cloud environments
- Experience with SaaS business models; NetSuite and Salesforce experience strongly preferred
PERKS & BENEFITS
- We offer Gongsters a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, designed to fit you and your family’s needs.
- Wellbeing Fund - flexible wellness stipend to support a healthy lifestyle.
- Mental Health benefits with covered therapy and coaching.
- 401(k) program to help you invest in your future.
- Education & learning stipend for personal growth and development.
- Flexible vacation time to promote a healthy work-life blend.
- Paid parental leave to support you and your family.
- Company-wide recharge days each quarter.
- Work from home stipend to help you succeed in a remote environment.
The annual salary hiring range for this position is $134,000 - $157,000 USD.
Compensation is based on factors unique to each candidate, including, but not limited to, job-related skills, qualification, education, experience, and location. At Gong, we have a location-based compensation structure, which means there may be a different range for candidates in other locations. The total compensation package for this position, in addition to base compensation, may include incentive compensation, bonus, equity, and benefits. Some of our sales compensation programs also offer the potential to achieve above targeted earnings for those who exceed their sales targets.
We are always looking for outstanding Gongsters! So if this sounds like something that interests you regardless of compensation, please reach out. We may have more roles for you to consider and would love to connect.
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