Senior Internal Audit Analyst

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GoFundMe is the world’s most powerful community for good, dedicated to helping people help each other. By uniting individuals and nonprofits in one place, GoFundMe makes it easy and safe for people to ask for help and support causes—for themselves and each other. Together, our community has raised more than $40 billion since 2010.

Join us! The GoFundMe team is looking for our next Senior Internal Audit Analyst ideally in Chicago or San Diego,  to strengthen operational excellence and ensure our processes are running with integrity and efficiency.  At GoFundMe, trust is an integral part of our business. It drives growth, builds and nurtures our brand, and ensures that we always do the right thing by our customers. The Internal Audit team plays a critical role in maintaining this trust by evaluating and improving operational processes, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a founding member of our Internal Audit team. Shaping its direction, building foundational processes, and making a lasting impact on how we operate.

As a Senior Internal Audit Analyst focused on our Risk, Compliance, and Platform Integrity operations, you will assess critical workflows and internal controls, analyze operational trends, and provide actionable insights to improve efficiency and mitigate potential issues. You’ll conduct audit reviews across various teams, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver findings that help shape smarter, more resilient operational practices.

This is an incredibly rewarding job where you’ll be challenged to think critically, work methodically, and continuously develop new skills all while helping to ensure GoFundMe remains a safe place to give online.

The Job

• Assist with execution of end-to-end audit and advisory engagements across operations teams (e.g., Risk, Compliance, Platform Integrity, Regulatory Governance).
• Collaborate with the Director of Internal Audit to develop and refine a dynamic, risk-based audit plan aligned with business priorities.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify process improvement, control enhancement, and technology enablement opportunities.
• Apply process improvement techniques (e.g., process mapping, root cause analysis, gap assessments) to enhance control design and operational efficiency.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations clearly through written reports and presentations, and partner with stakeholders to secure and track remediation plans.
• Champion modern audit practices to improve audit quality and efficiency.
• Develop understanding of the function of the Global Operations team within GoFundMe and how they relate to each other. 
• Help build the foundation of the Internal Audit function, contributing to the development of methodologies, tools, and a strong culture of accountability and risk awareness.

You 

• 3-5 years of experience in internal auditing or a related field.
• CIA or active progression towards a relevant certification, preferred.
• Proven experience in evaluating, documenting, and improving internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of business operations and a passion for staying current on regulatory changes and industry best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate information clearly and effectively.
• Comfortable working independently and collaborating with a distributed, global workforce in a remote or hybrid environment.
• Strong project management, time management, and independent planning skills.
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively.
• Open to feedback with a self-reflective and improvement-oriented mindset.
• Strong performer, able to meet deadlines while balancing different priorities.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Strong adaptability to changes.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) 

Why you’ll love it here

• Make an Impact: Be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive difference in millions of lives every year.
• Innovative Environment: Work with a diverse, passionate, and talented team in a fast-paced, forward-thinking atmosphere.
• Collaborative Team: Join a fun and collaborative team that works hard and celebrates success together.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Holistic Support: Enjoy financial assistance for things like hybrid work, family planning, along with generous parental leave, flexible time-off policies, and mental health and wellness resources to support your overall well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Participate in learning, development, and recognition programs to help you thrive and grow.
• Commitment to DEI: Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion through ongoing initiatives and employee resource groups.
• Community Engagement: Make a difference through our volunteering and Gives Back programs.

We live by our core values: impatient to be great, find a way, earn trust every day, fueled by purpose. Be a part of something bigger with us!

GoFundMe is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that actively pursues candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, age, medical condition, mental or physical disability, or military or veteran status.

The total annual salary for this full-time position is $80,000 - $120,000 + equity + benefits.  As this is a remote position, the salary range was determined by role, level, and possible location across the US. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range based on your location during the hiring process. 

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact us at accommodationrequests@gofundme.com. 

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Learn more about GoFundMe:

We’re proud to partner with GoFundMe.org, an independent public charity, to extend the reach and impact of our generous community, while helping drive critical social change. You can learn more about GoFundMe.org’s activities and impact in their FY ‘24 annual report.

Our annual “Year in Help” report reflects our community’s impact in advancing our mission of helping people help each other.

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