Spotify is looking for an experienced and dynamic Director of Internal Audit & Risk to lead key areas of its audit and risk management efforts. This critical leadership role will oversee the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, manage audits for the Finance and Financial Engineering teams, and address emerging risks in Spotify’s fast-evolving tech and business environment.

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit & Risk, the Director will lead a team across the US and EMEA and work closely with cross-functional partners in business, engineering, and finance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in auditing both financial and technical systems, including cloud-native, engineering-led controls. A passion for music and technology, a proactive approach to risk, and the ability to deliver actionable insights are essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance technology-driven processes and strengthen internal controls across Spotify’s infrastructure and SaaS tools. The Director will play a vital role in shaping Spotify’s audit and risk strategies as the company continues to grow and innovate.

What You’ll Do:

– Lead and guide Spotify’s SOX 404 compliance program, ensuring effective design, operation, and coordination with external auditors.
– Serve as a key liaison between audit, engineering, and finance teams.
– Use technical expertise to improve audit efficiency through tools like generative AI, robotic process automation, and other technologies.
– Manage the planning, execution, and reporting of financial and operational audits, with a focus on Finance and Financial Engineering, including audits of engineering-owned controls in a cloud-based environment.
– Collaborate with management to develop and track remediation plans for control issues.
– Conduct special projects and advisory work, applying risk and control knowledge along with analytical and investigative skills.
– Mentor and support a team of internal audit professionals to ensure high-quality audit outcomes and professional growth.
– Prepare reports for the Head of Internal Audit & Risk, stakeholders, and the Audit Committee on audit findings, risks, and initiatives.

Who You Are:

– Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field. Certifications like CPA, CIA, or CISA are strongly preferred.
– Have 15+ years of progressive experience in internal/external audit, compliance, or controls, including leading SOX programs and auditing financial and technical controls in a global public company.
– Possess deep knowledge of SOX frameworks and experience testing business process and IT general controls.
– Understand software development lifecycles, cloud infrastructure, and DevOps practices.
– Experience in music, digital subscriptions, technology, or ad media is a plus.
– Demonstrate strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment in risk analysis.
– Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly present complex issues and solutions.
– Bring high energy, curiosity, and a strong work ethic, with a focus on continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Where You’ll Be:

– This position is based in New York or Stockholm.
– Spotify supports flexible work arrangements, with an average of two in-office days per week for collaboration with stakeholders and teammates.

Compensation and Benefits:

– U.S. base salary range: $193,090 to $275,843, plus equity.
– Benefits include health insurance, six months of paid parental leave, 401(k), monthly meal allowance, 23 paid vacation days, 13 flexible holidays, and paid sick leave.
– Salary ranges may be adjusted in the future.

Spotify is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and identities. Diversity and inclusion are core to our mission, and we believe that embracing different perspectives drives innovation and success. We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage candidates to request accommodations as needed.

Since 2008, Spotify has revolutionized music listening. Our mission is to unlock human creativity by enabling a million artists to live off their work and giving billions of fans the opportunity to enjoy and connect with their favorite creators. Everything we do is fueled by our love for music and podcasts, making us the world’s leading audio streaming subscription service.