GVP, Audit Risk and Control Assurance

It all started in sunny San Diego, California in 2004 when a visionary engineer, Fred Luddy, saw the potential to transform how we work. Fast forward to today — ServiceNow stands as a global market leader, bringing innovative AI-enhanced technology to over 8,100 customers, including 85% of the Fortune 500®. Our intelligent cloud-based platform seamlessly connects people, systems, and processes to empower organizations to find smarter, faster, and better ways to work. But this is just the beginning of our journey. Join us as we pursue our purpose to make the world work better for everyone.

We are seeking a distinguished leader to spearhead our audit, risk management and Sox control assurance organization  ensuring they are strategically aligned with the company's overarching goals. This pivotal role, reporting directly into the CFO, focuses on optimizing our audit, risk management frameworks and Sox control procedures, maintaining rigorous standards in alignment with legal and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will lead a talented team of professionals, driving innovation in audit, risk management and control assurance practices while fostering critical relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including executive management and their staff, regulators, and auditors. With a deep understanding of the complexities of enterprise risk, especially in technology-driven environments, and a track record of success in a Big Four firm, the ideal candidate will enhance our corporate governance through strategic insights and strong leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive audit, risk management Sox control practices that integrate with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a high-caliber team of audit, risk management and control professionals.
• Regularly interact with the audit committee and the board, providing updates and strategic insights on audit outcomes, risk assessments, and control design and effectiveness.
• Enhance the company’s risk management frameworks and control processes and procedures to ensure alignment with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
• Foster strong relationships with executive management, external regulators and auditors, and ServiceNow’s Ethics and Compliance teams to uphold a robust compliance reputation
• Innovate and improve methodologies and technologies.

• 20+ years combined in public accounting plus industry experience
• Finance experience in non-audit (FP&A, strategic/business unit finance) is preferred
• Experience in enterprise risk management, cyber, privacy, software (product enabled by software is strongly preferred)
• 5+ years managing IA at a scale company
• Prior experience in a Big Four firm is strongly preferred
• Demonstrate business acumen
• Demonstrated success in selling and implementing GRC solutions
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Law, or related field. Master’s degree or professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of regulatory frameworks, and audit and risk management and Sox requirements
• Proven leadership capabilities and team management skills
• Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills

Not sure if you meet every qualification? We still encourage you to apply! We value inclusivity, welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds, including non-traditional paths. Unique experiences enrich our team, and the willingness to dream big makes you an exceptional candidate!

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $266,700 - $453,300, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.

Work Personas

We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work. Learn more here.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements. 

Accommodations

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact [email protected] for assistance. 

Export Control Regulations

For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities. 

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