Principal, SOX Compliance
@ Airbnb

Hybrid
$175,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 10 hours ago

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Overview

Airbnb, a global leader in hospitality and unique experiences, is seeking a Principal, SOX Compliance. This role is pivotal in developing and maintaining the compliance program for Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

The Difference You Will Make

You will lead the design, testing, and evaluation of SOX controls, provide guidance to key process owners, and work closely with internal teams and external auditors in the Global Risk Financial Risk & Controls group.

A Typical Day

  • Lead annual scoping and risk assessments.
  • Partner with SOX leadership on testing plans.
  • Conduct design and operating effectiveness testing.
  • Guide internal and external testing teams.
  • Support control deficiencies remediation and quarterly certifications.

Your Expertise

Bring a background in Accounting, Finance, or MIS with at least 9 years experience, deep knowledge of SOX, COSO, and PCAOB requirements, and a strong understanding of platform technologies. You will be a role model for Airbnb's core values and work collaboratively across the organization.

Location & Work Arrangement

This position is US - Remote Eligible. While predominantly remote, occasional work at an Airbnb office or offsite attendance may be required. Applicants must reside in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity.

Compensation & Benefits

Base pay adjusts based on experience and market factors, with eligibility for bonus, equity, and additional benefits.

Key skills/competency

  • SOX
  • Compliance
  • Risk
  • Controls
  • Audit
  • COSO
  • Assessment
  • Testing
  • Accounting
  • Remote

How to Get Hired at Airbnb

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight SOX and audit experience.
  • Research Airbnb: Understand their global risk and compliance culture.
  • Showcase leadership: Emphasize team and project management skills.
  • Prepare examples: Share detailed SOX control testing instances.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review SOX and COSO documentation.
Practice control testing scenarios.
Brush up on platform risk assessments.
Study external audit coordination cases.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging compliance scenario.
Explain team collaboration during audits.
How do you manage cross-functional conflicts?
Share your approach to process improvement.

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