Director, Internal Audit

Company: STEM
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

About StemStem (NYSE: STEM) is a global leader in AI-enabled software and services that enable its customers to plan, deploy, and operate clean energy assets. The company offers a complete set of solutions that transform how solar and energy storage projects are developed, built, and operated, including an integrated suite of software and edge products, and full lifecycle services from a team of leading experts. More than 16,000 global customers rely on Stem to maximize the value of their clean energy projects and portfolios. Learn more athttp://www.stem.com.Stem's culture embodies diversity & inclusion beyond the traditional facets of gender, ethnicity, age, disabilities, and sexual orientation to include experience, personality, communication, workstyles, and more. At our core, Stem is at the momentous intersection of clean energy and software technology where diverse ideas, experiences, and professional skills converge to make the inclusive culture we have today. Together, we are turning old school thoughts about software and energy into progressive, collaborative, and innovative solutions. By joining our team, you will be collaborating with data scientists, energy experts, skilled salespeople, thought-leading executives and more from a range of backgrounds. This intersection of ideas, beliefs, and skills is what makes us unique enough to lead the world's largest network of digitally connected energy storage systems.What we are looking forWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Internal Audit (SOX) to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the internal audit function and ensuring the organization's compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and other regulatory requirements.Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the SOX compliance plan, ensuring efficient and timely execution of all stages of the SOX program including the IT function
• Manage and lead the internal audit team, providing guidance and direction to ensure high-quality work and adherence to internal audit standards
• Conduct risk assessments and develop risk-based audit plans to identify potential areas of non-compliance and recommend process improvements to mitigate risks
• Own the relationship with the external testing team and ensure the work is performed in accordance with testing plans and as per the scope of work
• Collaborate with process owners and IT to update narratives, flowcharts, risk and control matrices as the business grows and processes change
• Coordinate SOX planning and testing with external auditors, including leading walkthroughs, providing evidence, and maintaining sufficient documentation
• Take ownership for SOX related aspects of all process areas, which includes acquiring a comprehensive grasp of all process activities and controls as well as related company policies and external accounting and reporting guidelines
• Assess and improve the design of the processes and controls to help scale the company
• Lead the creation of SOX reporting to management and the audit committee
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in regulations and industry best practices related to SOX compliance and internal auditRequired Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other finance-related field with 15+ years of experience
  • Previous experience supporting a public company's SOX program
  • Good understanding of the concepts of COSO, SOX Section 404 requirements, SEC, and U.S. GAAP requirements as they apply to a public company
  • Experience with managing a team and managing projects
  • Effective oral and written communication skills are required to allow the candidate to effectively interact with various levels of management
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Public company experience required (preferably from working at a public company)
  • Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset, and possess assessment and process-oriented background with the ability to adapt to a dynamic environmentPreferred Qualifications:
    • NetSuite, Salesforce, and Workiva experience a plus
    • Professional certification including CPA and/or CIA preferred
    • Big 4 experience preferredSalary Range$162,480.00 - $243,720.00What We Offer:At Stem, you will work in a growing, innovative, mission-driven company with talented colleagues that have a passion for building renewable energy systems.Stem offers competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive set of benefits to support the health and wellness of our employee including:
      • A competitive compensation package, including eligibility for a bonus or commission based on the role, and equity
      • Full health benefits on the first day of employment (several medical plan options-HDHP and PPO, dental plans, FSA/HSA-with employer contribution, employer paid vision/LTD/STD/Life, variety of voluntary coverage)
      • 401k (pre- or post-tax) on first day of employment
      • 12 paid calendar holidays per year
      • Flexible time-offLearn MoreTo learn more about Stem, visit our stem.com where you'll find information about our solutions, technology, partners, case studies, resources, latest news and more. Here are some relevant links:
        • Stem, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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