Director, Risk Management

Summary

Join GoDaddy's team as Director of Risk Management, focusing on SOX compliance and ERM. This remote leadership role reports to the Head of Internal Audit and involves improving operational controls and managing risks. You will drive SOX compliance, enhance business processes, develop the ERM framework, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in internal audit, SOX compliance, and ERM, along with strong leadership skills and relevant certifications. GoDaddy offers a competitive benefits package, including paid time off, retirement savings, bonuses, health benefits, and parental leave.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in accounting, finance or related field
• CPA, CIA, CISA, or other relevant certifications required
• Recent public accounting background from a Big 4 Firm, with at least 2 years in a leadership position
• 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, SOX compliance, and enterprise risk management roles
• Proven knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory requirements (e.g., COSO, SOX, SEC, and PCAOB) as well as critical IT components (e.g., automated controls, key reports, segregation of duties, etc.)
• Expertise in preparing and delivering professional presentations to executives and ability to adapt to changing priorities and work assignments

Responsibilities

• Drive the business process aspects of the SOX compliance program, including scoping, testing and reporting on the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting
• Join forces with business stakeholders to evaluate and enhance processes, strengthening controls and improving efficiency across the organization
• Develop and maintain the (ERM) framework, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, assess and prioritize risks, driving the creation of actionable mitigation strategies and plans
• Foster positive relationships with collaborators, partners, team members and external auditors to present risk insights, trends, and mitigation progress
• Stay ahead of regulatory updates, process improvement trends and emerging risks to drive continuous improvements in risk mitigation strategies and control processes

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement savings (e.g., 401k, pension schemes)
• Bonus/incentive eligibility
• Equity grants
• Participation in our employee stock purchase plan
• Competitive health benefits
• Other family-friendly benefits including parental leave