Director of Internal Audit

About the Role

Infleqtion is a worldwide leader in quantum sensing and computing technologies. We are a global operation with a deep technical leadership team executing in highly collaborative fashion while maintaining relentless focus on delivering results. 

The Director of Internal Audit is responsible for establishing and leading an independent, risk-based internal audit function for a public company. This role provides objective assurance and advisory services to the Audit Committee and management regarding the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, governance processes, and compliance with regulatory requirements, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).

The Director of Internal Audit will design and execute the annual audit plan, oversee SOX compliance activities, coordinate with external auditors, and communicate audit results and risk insights to senior management and the Audit Committee.

Key Responsibilities

Governance & Audit Committee Support

• Report functionally to the Audit Committee and maintain regular communication, including executive sessions
• Prepare and present:
• Internal Audit Charter
• Annual risk assessment and audit plan
• Audit results, key findings, and remediation status
• Support the Audit Committee in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities related to risk management, internal controls, and compliance

Internal Audit Leadership

• Establish and maintain a risk-based internal audit program aligned with COSO Internal Control and ERM frameworks
• Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan covering:
• Financial reporting and SOX 404
• Operational and strategic risks
• Compliance and regulatory risks
• IT and cybersecurity risks
• Ensure internal audit maintains independence, objectivity, and professional standards (IIA Standards)

SOX & Financial Controls

• Lead the internal audit role in SOX 404 ICFR, including:
• Risk assessment
• Control design and operating effective testing
• Evaluation of deficiencies and remediation
• Coordinate SOX activities with:
• Management
• External auditors
• Co-sourced audit providers
• Monitor changes in accounting standards, SEC requirements, and internal control expectations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• CPA, CIA, or CISA required (CPA or CIA strongly preferred)
• Minimum 8–12 years of progressive experience in: Internal audit, external audit, or risk management & Public company environment subject to SOX 404
• Prior experience leading or managing audit engagements and teams
• Proven experience interacting with Audit Committees and senior executives

Benefits 

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability  

• Employer-funded Health Savings Account  

• Unlimited PTO  

• 401(k) match  

• Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance  

• Flexible Savings Account  

• Paid FMLA, Maternity/Paternity Leave  

• Employee Assistance Program  

• Student Loan Repayment 
• Equity Package