Cover Genius
Associate Director of Audit and Compliance
Cover Genius, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Associate Director of Audit and Compliance
About the Company
Cover Genius is a Series E insurtech that protects the global customers of the world’s largest digital companies. Our partners integrate with XCover, our award‑winning insurance distribution platform, to embed protection for millions of customers worldwide each year. Our team and products have been recognized with awards, and we operate across 20+ countries with diverse language groups. Our CG Gives program funds development initiatives in global communities. Our People
Bold, Authentic, Purposeful and Inspired. Our People are not Perfect, Traditional, Complacent or Cautious. Role overview
As an Associate Director of Audit and Compliance at Cover Genius, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of all external audits across our global subsidiaries and at the consolidated group level. This is a high‑impact role in a rapidly growing, pre‑IPO insurtech, requiring strong technical expertise, excellent stakeholder management, and the ability to design scalable processes across multiple jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
Audit Leadership:
Lead the end‑to‑end external audit process for all subsidiaries and consolidated financials. Serve as the primary point of contact for EY, ensuring audit requests are managed effectively and deadlines are met. Coordinate with local finance, corporate accounting, and FP&A teams to prepare accurate, complete audit deliverables. Prepare, or oversee the preparation of, statutory financial statements for international subsidiaries.
Stakeholder Management:
Partner with the CFO, Controller, and Board Audit Committee to provide updates on audit status, risks, and findings. Build strong working relationships with EY audit teams globally to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process. Collaborate cross‑functionally with Legal, Tax, and Operations to address complex accounting or compliance issues.
Technical & Regulatory Oversight:
Maintain deep knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and local GAAP across key jurisdictions. Monitor emerging accounting and audit standards, advising management on their implications. Ensure compliance with global regulatory reporting requirements and support SEC/IPO readiness.
Internal Controls & Governance:
Support SOX readiness by designing and strengthening internal control processes. Drive consistency in audit practices, documentation, and governance across subsidiaries.
What You Will Bring
10+ years of progressive audit/accounting experience, with a strong preference for a background directly from a Big Four public accounting firm.
CPA, ACA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification is required.
Strong technical expertise in US GAAP and IFRS; knowledge of local GAAP in multiple jurisdictions is preferred.
Proven success in managing external audits for complex, high‑growth companies; pre‑IPO experience is a plus.
Experience leading group consolidations and multi‑entity, multi‑currency audits.
Familiarity with SOX/internal controls in a public company environment.
NetSuite experience is preferred, and proficiency in Excel and other financial systems is required.
What You Will Have
Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple audits simultaneously.
Strong communication and presentation skills for engaging with executive leadership and the Audit Committee.
A collaborative leader who can influence across functions and geographies.
Detail‑oriented and analytical, with a problem‑solving mindset.
Comfort working in a fast‑paced, high‑growth, global environment.
Why Cover Genius? We care about our team and offer flexibility and ownership. Highlights include:
Flexible PTO to support life outside work.
Employee Stock Options to share in our success.
Opportunity to work with like‑minded people who are passionate about our work and giving back.
Our CG Gives programs enable philanthropy through peer recognition and rewards. We support social initiatives and community engagement.
Refer to this opportunity and apply if you think you have the right mix of skills and experience. Cover Genius is committed to diversity and inclusivity and does not tolerate discrimination, demeaning treatment, or harassment based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that we may collect, store and process your personal data for recruitment purposes. We may use AI to assist in sorting applications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. We will keep your information on file for three years. For details about data handling and our use of AI, please review our Privacy Policy.
Compensation
The cash compensation range for this role is $150,000 – $200,000. Compensation will vary based on experience.
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About the Company
Cover Genius is a Series E insurtech that protects the global customers of the world’s largest digital companies. Our partners integrate with XCover, our award‑winning insurance distribution platform, to embed protection for millions of customers worldwide each year. Our team and products have been recognized with awards, and we operate across 20+ countries with diverse language groups. Our CG Gives program funds development initiatives in global communities. Our People
Bold, Authentic, Purposeful and Inspired. Our People are not Perfect, Traditional, Complacent or Cautious. Role overview
As an Associate Director of Audit and Compliance at Cover Genius, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of all external audits across our global subsidiaries and at the consolidated group level. This is a high‑impact role in a rapidly growing, pre‑IPO insurtech, requiring strong technical expertise, excellent stakeholder management, and the ability to design scalable processes across multiple jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
Audit Leadership:
Lead the end‑to‑end external audit process for all subsidiaries and consolidated financials. Serve as the primary point of contact for EY, ensuring audit requests are managed effectively and deadlines are met. Coordinate with local finance, corporate accounting, and FP&A teams to prepare accurate, complete audit deliverables. Prepare, or oversee the preparation of, statutory financial statements for international subsidiaries.
Stakeholder Management:
Partner with the CFO, Controller, and Board Audit Committee to provide updates on audit status, risks, and findings. Build strong working relationships with EY audit teams globally to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process. Collaborate cross‑functionally with Legal, Tax, and Operations to address complex accounting or compliance issues.
Technical & Regulatory Oversight:
Maintain deep knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and local GAAP across key jurisdictions. Monitor emerging accounting and audit standards, advising management on their implications. Ensure compliance with global regulatory reporting requirements and support SEC/IPO readiness.
Internal Controls & Governance:
Support SOX readiness by designing and strengthening internal control processes. Drive consistency in audit practices, documentation, and governance across subsidiaries.
What You Will Bring
10+ years of progressive audit/accounting experience, with a strong preference for a background directly from a Big Four public accounting firm.
CPA, ACA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification is required.
Strong technical expertise in US GAAP and IFRS; knowledge of local GAAP in multiple jurisdictions is preferred.
Proven success in managing external audits for complex, high‑growth companies; pre‑IPO experience is a plus.
Experience leading group consolidations and multi‑entity, multi‑currency audits.
Familiarity with SOX/internal controls in a public company environment.
NetSuite experience is preferred, and proficiency in Excel and other financial systems is required.
What You Will Have
Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple audits simultaneously.
Strong communication and presentation skills for engaging with executive leadership and the Audit Committee.
A collaborative leader who can influence across functions and geographies.
Detail‑oriented and analytical, with a problem‑solving mindset.
Comfort working in a fast‑paced, high‑growth, global environment.
Why Cover Genius? We care about our team and offer flexibility and ownership. Highlights include:
Flexible PTO to support life outside work.
Employee Stock Options to share in our success.
Opportunity to work with like‑minded people who are passionate about our work and giving back.
Our CG Gives programs enable philanthropy through peer recognition and rewards. We support social initiatives and community engagement.
Refer to this opportunity and apply if you think you have the right mix of skills and experience. Cover Genius is committed to diversity and inclusivity and does not tolerate discrimination, demeaning treatment, or harassment based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that we may collect, store and process your personal data for recruitment purposes. We may use AI to assist in sorting applications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. We will keep your information on file for three years. For details about data handling and our use of AI, please review our Privacy Policy.
Compensation
The cash compensation range for this role is $150,000 – $200,000. Compensation will vary based on experience.
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