Senior Manager, Internal Controls and SOX

Job Description

Job Description

About Zum :

Zum is a rapidly expanding Series E startup backed by industry leaders Sequoia Capital, SoftBank, Spark Capital, and GIC, with a bold mission to transform the stagnant school transportation industry. Operating in over 15 states across the United States—with flagship hubs in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle—we are actively extending our reach to the East Coast and Midwest regions. As a technology-driven company, we deploy cutting-edge solutions to manage and operate school district transportation systems while also launching our own charter platform and developing proprietary SaaS offerings. Additionally, we are spearheading a nationwide initiative to electrify school transportation fleets, simultaneously supporting local utilities by feeding much-needed energy back into the grid. We have been recognized as CNBC 50 disruptor, Financial Times 500 fastest growing companies, Fast Company World Changing Ideas.

Who You Are :

As Zūm's Senior Manager of Internal Controls and SOX , you will play a key role in implementing internal controls and periodic testing of internal controls over financial reporting(ICFOR). This role will  work closely with our outsourced service provider to coordinate and manage overall SOX compliance including design and operating effectiveness testing. Reporting directly to the VP Corporate Controller you will oversee all aspects of the SOX compliance program.

What You'll Do :

Own Business Process Financial Risk Management

• Lead Risk Assessments : Drive comprehensive risk assessments across key financial and operational processes, including revenue, procure-to-pay (PTP), payroll, accounting, and infrastructure to identify control gaps and emerging risks
• Design and Implement Control Activities : Develop and operationalize a robust internal controls framework for financial reporting, grounded in the COSO model. Design preventive and detective controls that ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy, with a focus on scalability and audit readiness
• Execute the Controls Program Through Co-Sourced Providers : Oversee the day-to-day execution of the controls program by managing co-sourced partners and vendors. Ensure alignment with internal standards, timelines, and quality expectations, while maintaining strong coordination with internal stakeholders and auditors

Monitor and Improve Processes

Lead and Influence

What You Bring To Zūm :

The targeted base salary range for this role is listed in the compensation section below. Actual salary may be above or below this range based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. In addition, this position may include additional compensation in the form of equity or commissions. If you are a full-time salaried or hourly worker, we offer the following benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Holidays, Wellness, Vacation, and more. The targeted pay range for this role in US CA is : $212,000 to $236,000

Zum Services, Inc. and all its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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