Head of Gusto Controls

We're looking for a Head of Internal Controls to join Gusto's Finance, BizOps & Strategy team. This leader will partner with accounting and technical leaders to build and scale a forward-thinking internal controls environment that supports Gusto's growth and operational maturity.

As the Head of Internal Controls, you will lead Gusto's controls program across business process controls and IT controls. The scope includes the proprietary and third-party systems supporting Gusto's payroll, health benefits, retirement, and other financial products.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building and leading Gusto's internal controls function
• Owning Gusto's risk-based ICFR framework across financial processes and systems
• Strengthening the control environment supporting Gusto's complex operations
• Partnering with Accounting, Finance, Product, Engineering, Data, Security, and Risk to build control and auditability into new products and processes
• Setting the vision for an AI-forward internal controls function
• Leading the relationship with external auditors
• Establishing clear governance and accountability for internal controls

Requirements:

• 12+ years of progressive experience in a Big 4 accounting firm, internal audit, or SOX compliance role
• 5+ years of people leadership experience
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP, the COSO framework, and ICFR assessment
• Breadth across business process controls and IT controls
• Experience in a technology-driven environment with proprietary applications and complex data flows
• A builder who can establish a long-term strategy and operating model
• The ability to influence senior leaders and work credibly with various stakeholders
• An AI-forward mindset

Preferred qualifications:

• CPA, CIA, CISA, or comparable professional certification

We offer a competitive salary range of $221,275 - $272,906 per year for the San Francisco location.