Establish and lead the internal audit function, including defining the audit charter, methodology, and annual audit plan
Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit program covering financial, operational, technology, compliance, and strategic risks
Leverage data analytics and AI-enabled tools to enhance audit planning, testing, and continuous monitoring
Assess risks and controls related to the company’s use of AI and automation, including governance, data quality, model risk, security, and ethical considerations
Partner closely with leadership, Finance, Legal, Security, IT, Engineering, and Product teams to understand the business and provide actionable insights
Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including SOX-readiness and future public-company considerations
Present audit findings, recommendations, and emerging risk insights to senior management
Track remediation plans and follow up on audit issues to ensure timely and effective resolution
Monitor emerging risks (e.g., cybersecurity, privacy, AI/ML use cases, global operations, SaaS revenue models) and adapt the audit plan accordingly
Coordinate with external auditors and other assurance providers to avoid duplication and maximize coverage
Build, mentor, and scale the internal audit team over time, including developing capabilities in data analytics and AI-assisted auditing

10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, or public accounting, including leadership experience
Experience building or transforming an internal audit function, ideally in a high-growth technology or SaaS environment
Demonstrated experience using data analytics and/or AI tools to improve audit efficiency, coverage, or insight
Strong understanding of risks associated with AI, automation, and advanced technologies, and how to assess related controls and governance
Solid knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment, and governance frameworks
Comfort operating in a fast-moving, less-structured environment with evolving processes
Excellent communication skills
able to influence, not just report
Proven ability to partner with senior leaders while maintaining independence and objectivity
CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar certification strongly preferred.

100% Remote, Global Culture
Scaling Organization – Tackle meaningful work in a high-growth, ever-evolving environment.
Transparent Communication – Expect open decision-making and regular company-wide updates.
Innovation-Driven – Autonomy and support to ship great work and try new things.
Open Source Roots – Built on community-driven values that shape how we work.
Empowered Teams – High trust, low ego culture that values outcomes over optics.
Career Growth Pathways – Defined opportunities to grow and develop your career.
Approachable Leadership – Transparent execs who are involved, visible, and human.
Passionate People – Join a team of smart, supportive folks who care deeply about what they do.
In-Person onboarding
We want you to thrive from day 1 with your fellow new ‘Grafanistas’ to learn all about what we do and how we do it.
Balance is Key
We operate a global annual leave policy of 30 days per annum. 3 days of your annual leave entitlement are reserved for Grafana Shutdown Days to allow the team to really disconnect.

Director of Internal Audit

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