Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
This Internal Audit and SOX Compliance Manager role stands out in the SaaS landscape because it sits at the point where subscription businesses mature into more formal governance. For enterprise AI and software companies, SOX readiness is not only a finance obligation but also a systems and process challenge that touches revenue recognition, access controls, and cross-entity operations.
From a SaaS career perspective, the remit offers durable exposure to how modern software companies operationalise risk management while continuing to evolve products and go to market. Owning the SOX framework end to end builds fluency in control design, testing, and remediation, while the partnerships across FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, People, and Operations mirror the way SaaS organisations actually scale. The emphasis on automation and efficiency is also a useful signal, reflecting a shift toward tech enabled compliance programs rather than purely manual audit cycles.
The role is best suited to a practitioner who prefers structured problem solving, clear documentation, and influencing without direct authority. It will fit someone comfortable acting as a liaison with external auditors and translating control requirements into practical workflows for varied stakeholders, including technical teams.
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
Who are we?
Cohere is the leading security-first enterprise AI company. We build cutting-edge foundation AI models and end-to-end products that are designed to solve real-world business problems.
We’re training and deploying frontier models for enterprises who are building AI systems. We believe that our work is instrumental to the widespread adoption of AI and we are looking for folks that want to be part of that.
We obsess over what we build. Each one of us is responsible for contributing to increasing the capabilities of our models and the value they drive for our customers. Cohere is a team of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, who are all passionate about their craft.
We are a global technology company co-headquartered in Toronto and San Francisco, with key offices in London, New York City, Montreal, Seoul, Germany and Paris. Join us!
Who are we?
Cohere is at the forefront of AI innovation, building cutting-edge language models and AI systems that are transforming how businesses operate. Our Finance team plays a critical role in supporting our rapid growth and ensuring operational excellence in this dynamic environment. We value technical expertise, collaborative problem-solving, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our financial infrastructure while working at the intersection of finance and transformative AI technology.
As we scale our business and navigate an evolving regulatory landscape, we’re seeking an experienced Internal Audit and SOX Compliance Manager to join our Finance team reporting to the Global Controller. This role requires a strategic thinker who can oversee documentation of our internal control framework and ensure our governance practices align with our innovative AI-driven business model.
In this role, you will:
Own the enterprise SOX business process control framework, including scoping, risk assessment, control design standards, and documentation requirements across all in-scope entities and processes.
Drive timely remediation of control deficiencies by designing and implementing sustainable corrective actions, and serve as the primary business controls liaison with external auditors for SOX testing, walkthroughs, and evidence requests.
Partner with Controllership, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Operations, Compliance, Legal, and People teams to embed effective controls into core processes.
Oversee the full lifecycle of SOX documentation — scoping, narratives, risk-control matrices, walkthroughs, testing, deficiency evaluation, remediation, and reporting — and drive automation and efficiency across the program
Act as a strategic advisor on cross-functional business transformation initiatives (new systems, new revenue streams, M&A, process redesign), ensuring sound financial controls are built in from day one
You may be a good fit if you:
Have 5+ years of experience in internal audit and SOX compliance, with 2+ years in a managerial role, preferably in a high-growth technology or AI company
Possess professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, or CISA, with strong knowledge of COSO frameworks and SOX compliance
Demonstrate expertise in project management, with proven ability to oversee consultants and external audit firms
Exhibit strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex control environments and identify emerging risks
Are a collaborative leader who can build relationships across technical and business teams
Possess excellent communication skills to articulate audit findings and recommendations to senior leadership
Are adaptable and thrive in a fast-paced environment where AI technologies and business needs evolve rapidly
Apply:
If you are passionate about building robust governance frameworks in an AI-driven environment and want to join a team that values innovation, integrity, and excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Cohere is committed to fair and transparent pay practices. The salary range listed for this role reflects the expected base compensation. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
For candidates in the United States, the Compensation Range is : $135,000 – $250,000 USD
For candidates in Canada, the Compensation Range is : $195,000 – $280,000 CAD
Full-Time Employees at Cohere enjoy these Perks:
A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency for lunch.
Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme.
100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months, for either parent.
Annual enrichment benefits:
Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit.
Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days!)
Budget for traveling to other offices if you are remote, plus an annual company offsite.
How and Where We Work:
Cohere is remote-friendly. We have offices in Toronto, San Francisco, New York City, London, Paris, Montreal, and more coming soon.
For those in the office: a daily lunch program, plenty of snacks, and regular community and social events.
For those not near an office: a co-working benefit so you can work alongside others in your city.
Everyone receives a $500 home office stipend to set up your workspace properly.
If any of the above doesn’t line up exactly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply.
We strive to create an inclusive work environment for all; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs.
We may use AI-enabled tools to screen and assess applicants against the criteria for this position. This helps our recruiters identify potentially qualified candidates, but it doesn't limit the applications our recruiters may review or consider.
