Who we are

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.

Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, and Equipment Monitoring. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.

About the role:

Samsara is looking for an experienced manager to lead SOX business process compliance and help keep the trust in our financial reporting as strong as the business we’re building. As part of our SOX Compliance team, you’ll help oversee and strengthen Samsara’s global control environment, protecting the accuracy of our financial reporting and keeping us compliant as we scale. You’ll partner closely with IT and business process owners to design and implement controls, spot gaps early, and drive remediation to the finish line. We’re looking for someone who takes real ownership. You bring deep, hands-on SOX expertise, a track record of delivering projects reliably, and the confidence to run with complex work independently. If you take pride in being the person others count on to get it done right, we’d love to meet you.

This is a remote position open to candidates based in the US except the San Francisco Bay Metro Area, NYC Metro Area, and Washington, D.C. Metro Area.

You should apply if:

You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact – helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.
You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. Youwill be surrounded by a high-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best.

In this role, you will:

Develop, lead, and execute periodic financial risk assessments, materiality calculations, and scoping of the SOX program
Develop and deliver training to SOX control owners, including process documentation, testing methodology, management review controls, and controls over Information Produced by the Entity (IPE).
Conduct walkthroughs across all business process areas and work with business process owners to ensure timely review and updates to the control documentation
Collaborate cross functionally to design leading edge practices with a financial compliance mindset across several complex business process areas.
Monitor and assess emerging financial reporting risks with the growth and evolution of the business and develop plans to implement appropriate controls to timely address these emerging risks
Ownership of control deficiency evaluation, aggregation analysis as well as development and execution of related remediation plans.
Help drive the SOX AI transformation strategy by identifying high-value opportunities, implementing AI-enabled solutions, and driving adoption and new ways of working across the global SOX organization.
Provide reporting to business leaders on program status, health, and effectiveness of the business process control environment
Collaborate and align with the company’s external audit and internal audit around financial reporting risks, design of ICFR monitoring systems,and SOX program approach
Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices

Minimum requirements for the role:

7+ years of SOX 404 / ICFR experience at a Big Four (internal or external audit) or combination of Big Four and public company experience
Hands-on experience with risk assessment, scoping, walkthroughs, control design, and deficiency evaluation
Strong knowledge of order to cash, procure to pay, financial close and reporting controls
Ability to identify, assess and explain risks and control gaps clearly to executives and other non-technical audiences
Working knowledge of COSO 2013, PCAOB AS 2201, and SEC ICFR guidance, including management review controls and IPE
Bachelor's in accounting or finance (CPA and/or CIA preferred)

An ideal candidate also has:

Experience with financial systems such as Netsuite, Salesforce, Workday and Xactly
Experience using automation or AI tools to make compliance work faster, more reliable, and SOX compliant
Experience working closely with Internal Audit and External Auditors
Strong communication skills, including presenting to and influencing senior business leaders
Demonstrated success managing worksteams/project independently

The compensation range shown spans approved pay zones for this role. Your primary work location determines the range applicable to you, which may be narrower than the full range displayed.

The range of annual base salary for full-time employees for this position is below. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role is also eligible for an initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff, and ongoing refresh opportunities tied to performance, subject to plan terms and conditions. Learn more about our total rewards and benefits below.

Annual Base Salary

$83,597—$126,450 USD

Total Rewards

At Samsara, we build for the people who keep the global economy moving. We want owners, not passengers, which is why our rewards are designed to fuel high-impact builders. Our compensation program delivers above-market total compensation through a combination of base salary, performance-based bonus/variable pay, and equity (for eligible roles) in a high-growth public company. We meaningfully differentiate pay for our top performers, who have the opportunity to earn above-market compensation that can outpace the broader market over time.

Beyond compensation, we provide the foundations that enable long-term success: a flexible, employee-led remote model, a professional development stipend, comprehensive health and parental leave plans, and more. If you’re ready to build for the long term and own the outcome, your journey starts here.

Flexible Working

At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.

Belonging at Samsara

At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems and want to ensure that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.

Accommodations

Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email [email protected] or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.

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Annual Base Salary 83597 - 126450 USD

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Business SOX Compliance Manager

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