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Job Snapshot
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Employee Type:
Full-Time -
Location:
Chicago, IL -
Job Type:
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Experience:
Not Specified -
Date Posted:
12/11/2024
Job Description
The CompanyPayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.
We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.
We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.
Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.
Job Description Summary:
The SOX Program is tasked with the Company's global compliance with the provisions of Section 404 of The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 ("SOX"), and ultimately, providing certification that our internal control environment is operating effectively. The SOX team is part of the Company’s Internal Audit program and works closely with key stakeholders across business units, corporate functions and technology organizations globally.The Manager IT, SOX Program reports to the Global Head of SOX. This role will be responsible for supporting the execution and delivery of the SOX IT Program and the progression of the long-term vision and strategy of the program. This includes developing a deep understanding of PayPal’s technology and security environment and risks as assigned, creating strong partnerships, and leveraging modern methodologies and technologies, such as data analytics and robotics process automation (RPA).
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
Support the Company's SOX IT Program to ensure appropriate internal controls (manual and system) over financial reporting are designed and operating effectively.
Assist with SOX scoping and risk assessment by staying current on changes that may impact the design and/or operating effectiveness of internal controls.
Identify opportunities to incorporate data analytics and testing automations throughout the SOX control environment.
Lead and coordinate SOX co-sourcing partners, external auditors, and system/control owners to ensure cohesive and collaborative execution.
Lead the controls design and operating effectiveness testing.
Enforce documentation and testing quality standards.
Identify, evaluate, and monitor the remediation of control deficiencies.
Execute and report on SOX IT assessment status to management.
Further the on-going elevation and optimization of the Company's SOX Program through supporting innovation initiatives such as RPA, data analytics, continuous monitoring and benchmarking.
Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end IT landscape as assigned and provide expertise to SOX readiness activities, including assessing and providing feedback on project requirements, future state controls design, and pre go-live validation.
Educate and train system/control owners to enhance their understanding of the importance of controls, an effective control environment, their responsibilities and the role of the SOX Program.
Proactively anticipate stakeholder needs and serve as a trusted value-add advisor to stakeholders.
Coordinate with first, second and third lines of defense to maximize testing efficiencies and internal controls assessment coverage across the Company.
Requisite Skills and Experience
8+ years experience in public accounting or large company IT audit, IT risk consulting and/or leading SOX program support/execution, Big 4 preferred.
Professional certification including CISSP, CISA, CIA and/or CPA.
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Accounting, and/or Finance or equivalent experience.
Experience in modernizing SOX compliance programs.
Excellent knowledge of technology environments, including information security, infrastructure, data and software development.
Experience on large-scale system implementations, M&A integration, and/or ERP implementations.
Deep understanding of risk management methodologies, frameworks, and principles (e.g. SOX, COBIT, NIST, CSA, ITIL, PCI, etc.) to evaluate and recommend optimal approaches to mitigating risk with best in class controls.
Project management skills and a desire to drive sustainable change.
Strong interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on teamwork, collaboration, initiative and integrity.
High energy with a superb attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and deliver in a deadline-oriented environment.
Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint, and prior experience with AuditBoard software a plus.
Additional Job Description:
Subsidiary:
PayPalTravel Percent:
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PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.
The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.
The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is
$82500 to $187990For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.
Our Benefits:
At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.
We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.
Who We Are:
Click Here to learn more about our culture and community.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentaccommodations@paypal.com.
Belonging at PayPal:
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.
Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.
We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.
Notice to Applicants and Employees who reside within New York City. Click here to view the notice.
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