Senior Director, Internal Audit (Hybrid)

Senior Director, Internal Audit (Hybrid - 1 to 3 days per week onsite in Irvine, CA)

Overview:

As a critical member of the Finance Leadership Team at WM Technology, Inc. (“WM Tech” or the “Company”), you will lead the Internal Audit function of the Company, reporting to the Audit Committee Chair of WM Tech’s Board of Directors and the Chief Financial Officer.  

WM Tech’s Internal Audit function is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to improve the Company’s operations and internal controls over financial reporting (“ICFR”) in accordance with SOX, and evaluating and improving the effectiveness of governance, risk management and control processes throughout the Company to enhance and protect organizational value.

The Company currently leverages outside advisors to fulfill the purpose and mission of the Company’s Internal Audit function.  This role is for an internal leader to work with our outside advisors to execute against the mandate of our Internal Audit Charter, while developing a plan to cultivate internal talent over time and build out the Internal Audit function.

The impact you'll make:

• Submit, at least annually, to senior management and the Audit Committee a risk-based internal audit plan for review and approval
• Communicate to senior management and the Audit Committee the impact of resource limitations on the internal audit plan
• Coordinate with the Company’s internal SOX program managers and external auditors on matters relating to ICFR and SOX
• Review and adjust the internal audit plan, as necessary, in response to changes in WM Tech’s business, risks, operations, programs, systems, and controls and communicate those changes as needed
• Ensure the annual audit plan is executed, including the establishment of objectives and scope, the assignment of appropriate and adequately supervised resources, the documentation of work programs and testing results, and the communication of results with applicable conclusions and recommendations to appropriate parties
• Follow up on engagement findings and corrective actions, and report periodically to senior management and the Audit Committee any corrective actions not effectively implemented
• Ensure the Internal Audit team collectively possesses or obtains the knowledge, skills, and other competencies needed to meet the requirements of the internal audit charter
• Ensure trends and emerging issues that could impact WM Tech are considered and communicated to senior management and the Audit Committee as appropriate
• Establish and ensure adherence to policies and procedures designed to guide the Internal Audit function
• Ensure adherence to Weedmaps's relevant policies and procedures 

What you've accomplished:

• Bachelor's degree and Certified Public Accountant license required
• 10+ years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, Technical Accounting and SOX program management at a public company
• Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to independently drive projects and manage outside advisors
• Fully embraces and thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to be a thought-partner with senior leaders and Board members
• Great communication skills, well organized, strong project management skills, ability to multitask and be a team player

The base pay range for this position is $217,000.00 - $243,000.00 per year

2024 Benefits for Full Time, Regular Employees:

• Physical Health benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision:
• Employee - employer paid premium 100%
• Company contribution to a HSA when electing the High Deductible Health Plan
• For plans that offer coverage to your dependents, you pay a small contribution
• Mental Health benefits:
• Free access to CALM app for employees and dependents
• Employee Training
• Mental Health seminars and Q&A sessions
• Basic Life & AD&D - employer paid 1x salary up to $250,000
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match contribution)
• Generous PTO, Paid Sick Leave, and Company Holidays
• Supplemental, voluntary benefits
• Student Loan Repayment/529 Education Savings - including a company contribution
• FSA (Medical, Dependent, Transit and Parking)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Family planning/fertility
• Identity theft protection
• Legal access to a network of attorneys
• Paid parental leave

Why Work at Weedmaps?

• You get to work at the leading technology company in the cannabis industry
• You get to play a meaningful role in helping to advance cannabis causes, including helping improve the lives of patients who rely on the benefits of cannabis
• You get an opportunity to shape the future of the cannabis industry
• You get to work on challenging issues in a collaborative environment that encourages you to do your best 
• You get to work in a casual and fun environment; no fancy clothes required, but you are free to dress to the nines!
• Generous PTO and company holidays
• Numerous opportunities and tools to learn and grow your professional skills
• Endless opportunities to network and connect with other Weedmappers through speaker series, Employee Resource Groups, happy hours, team celebrations, game nights, and much more!

Weedmaps is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion and religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military status, veteran status, uniformed service member status, sexual orientation, transgender identity, citizenship status, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Applicants  are entitled to reasonable accommodations under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state/local laws, unless the accommodation presents undue hardship. Please email us at peopleoperations at weedmaps.com if you would like to confidentially discuss a potential accommodation during the interview process.

About Weedmaps:

WM Technology, Inc.’s (Nasdaq: MAPS) mission is to power a transparent and inclusive global cannabis economy. Now in its second decade, WM Technology has been a driving force behind much of the legislative change we’ve seen in the past 10 years.

Founded in 2008, WM Technology, is a leading technology and software infrastructure provider to the cannabis industry, comprising a B2C platform, Weedmaps, and B2B software, WM Business. The cloud-based SaaS solutions from WM Business provide an end-to-end operating system for cannabis retailers. WM Business’ tools support compliance with the complex, disparate, and constantly evolving regulations applicable to the cannabis industry. Through its website and mobile apps, WM Technology provides consumers with the latest information about cannabis retailers, brands, and products, facilitating product discovery and driving engagement with our retail and brand customers.

WM Technology holds a strong belief in the power of cannabis and the importance of enabling safe, legal access to consumers worldwide. Since inception, WM Technology has worked tirelessly, not only to become the most comprehensive platform for consumers, but to build the software solutions that power businesses compliantly in the space, to advocate for legalization, social equity, and licensing in many jurisdictions, and to facilitate further learning through partnering with subject matter experts on providing detailed, accurate information about the plant.

Headquartered in Irvine, California, WM Technology supports remote work for all eligible employees. Visit us at www.weedmaps.com.

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