Manager Corporate Audit SOX and Controls

About the position

Manager, Corporate Audit SOX and Controls Position Summary JetBlue is transforming its Corporate Audit function into a modern, risk-focused organization that leverages data, technology, and strong partnerships to strengthen governance and create value. The Manager Corporate Audit SOX and Controls provides leadership for JetBlue's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program by overseeing program execution, strengthening the Company's internal control environment, and partnering across Finance, Technology, Operations, and external stakeholders to support high-quality financial reporting. Reporting to the Managing Director & Chief Audit Executive, this position plays a key role in maintaining an effective SOX program while helping evolve the Company's internal control framework to meet changing business needs and regulatory expectations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of JetBlue's SOX compliance program, including annual planning, risk assessment, scoping, execution oversight, and reporting.
  • Oversee SOX program governance, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, business objectives, and leading practices.
  • Monitor emerging business, accounting, technology, and regulatory changes that may impact the Company's internal control environment.
  • Support the ongoing evolution and continuous improvement of JetBlue's SOX program, methodologies, and operating model.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and the COSO Internal Control Framework.
  • Review testing strategies, documentation, and conclusions to ensure quality, consistency, and appropriate professional judgment.
  • Evaluate control deficiencies, assess potential impacts, and partner with management to develop practical and sustainable remediation plans.
  • Promote strong control design and effective governance across business processes.
  • Build collaborative relationships with Finance, Technology, Operations, Legal, business process owners, external auditors, and other key stakeholders.
  • Oversee work performed by external service providers, ensuring quality, accountability, and timely delivery.
  • Communicate SOX program status, emerging risks, and significant issues to executive leadership and governance committees as appropriate.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on internal control matters and compliance requirements.
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness through automation, data analytics, technology, and process optimization.
  • Promote standardization and scalable practices that enhance the Company's internal control environment while reducing unnecessary compliance burden.
  • Benchmark emerging practices and recommend improvements that strengthen the SOX program.
  • Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture that reflects JetBlue's values.
  • Take a significant role in the development of crewmembers to support their engagement, growth, and goal achievement.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders across multiple levels of the organization.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or related field; OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a High School Diploma/GED and at least four (4) years of previous relevant work experience.
  • Five (5) years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, SOX compliance, risk management, or related fields.
  • Four (4) years of leadership or supervisory experience.
  • Strong knowledge of SOX Section 404 compliance, ICFR, COSO, and control evaluation methodologies.
  • Experience working within publicly traded companies or public accounting environments.
  • Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and partnering with senior business leaders.
  • Experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound professional judgment and solve complex business and control issues.
  • Strong written, verbal, presentation, and relationship management skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience with audit or Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms.
  • Knowledge of information technology controls and financial systems.
  • Available for occasional overnight travel (15%).
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
  • Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
  • Authorization to work in the US is required, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Nice-to-haves

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or other relevant professional certification.
  • Six (6) years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, SOX compliance, risk management, or related fields.
  • Experience within the airline or other BBB highly regulated industries.
  • Experience leveraging automation, analytics, AI-enabled technologies, or GRC platforms to improve audit and compliance effectiveness.
  • Experience supporting large-scale transformation or process improvement initiatives.
  • Experience managing a co-source relationship.

Benefits

  • performance bonuses
  • restricted stock units
  • healthcare benefits
  • a 401(k) plan and company match
  • crewmember stock purchase plan
  • short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • basic life insurance
  • free space available travel on JetBlue
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