Internal Audit Lead

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About Hypervolt

Hypervolt is at the forefront of the electric vehicle charging revolution and is dedicated to providing innovative and reliable EV charging solutions. We launched in 2021 with the bold ambition to transform the EV charging space through a relentless focus on the customer experience, great software, and beautifully designed British hardware. Hypervolt is a profitable , high-growth hardware and software company in the energy transition at the beginning of its global growth journey. As we continue to scale globally, robust internal controls and thorough audit readiness are paramount for ensuring our financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and investor confidence.

Role Overview

The Internal Audit / SOX Compliance Lead will establish and drive the internal audit function, focusing on Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 compliance, risk assessments, and process improvements. This individual will partner with finance, operations, and executive leadership to design, implement, and test controls that align with PCAOB, preparing the company for the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Internal Audit Function Setup
• • Develop and lead the internal audit charter and long-term strategy, defining scope, objectives, and risk-based plans.
  • Build an annual audit plan that targets high-risk areas (e.g., revenue recognition, manufacturing costs, IT security).
• SOX 404 Compliance
• • Serve as the subject matter expert on SOX, guiding management through control design , documentation, and remediation.
  • Coordinate annual SOX testing , identifying control gaps, recommending remediation actions, and tracking progress.
• Risk Assessment & Process Improvement
• • Conduct enterprise risk assessments , aligning findings with the annual audit plan and Hypervolt's strategic goals.
  • Advise process owners on best practices (COSO framework), reduce control inefficiencies, and recommend automation to enhance reliability.
• PCAOB Standards
• • Collaborate with the CFO, CAO/Controller, and Audit Committee to meet PCAOB requirements.
  • Prepare internal controls and audit documentation and manage external auditor relationships to ensure timely readiness.
• Audit Tools & Technology: Workiva
• • Oversee the implementation and use of GRC tools or platforms for tracking controls and audit evidence . Workiva experience is strongly preferred .
  • Drive integration with the accounting system (ERP/financial software) to facilitate real-time monitoring and reporting.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
• • Work closely with department heads (IT, Finance, Operations) to ensure controls reflect actual processes and data flows.
  • Regularly update the Audit Committee , ensuring transparency around findings, recommendations, and remediation status.
• Team Building & Coaching
• • Hire, mentor, and manage internal audit staff (or coordinate with external resources) as the function scales.
  • Promote compliance and continuous improvement , ensuring employees understand their control responsibilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education & Certification
• • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
  • CPA, CIA, or CISA strongly preferred.
  • Additional credentials (e.g., CRMA, CFE) are a plus.
• Audit & SOX Expertise
• • 5+ years of experience in internal, external, or related compliance roles .
  • Proven track record with SOX 404 implementation and testing. Experience in the public-company environment or Big Four firm is highly valued.
• Knowledge of GAAP & PCAOB Standards
• • Familiarity with US GAAP and evolving PCAOB requirements for company audits.
  • Ability to interpret and apply regulations/guidance to hardware-software revenue models (ASC 606).
• Technical & Systems Proficiency
• • Experience using GRC or audit management tools - Hypervolt uses Workiva as a single platform.
  • Solid understanding of ERP systems and how to integrate them with compliance tools. Hypervolt uses Sage Intacct for its ERP needs.
• Strong Communication & Project Management
• • Ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable steps for non-financial stakeholders.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments and build consensus on controls/risk management.
• High-Growth Environment
• • Comfort working in a fast-paced setting, anticipating scale and complexity as Hypervolt grows.
  • Experience with supporting or guiding a major transaction is a significant advantage.

Key Attributes

• Analytical Problem-Solver : Can dissect complex workflows and identify root causes behind control weaknesses.
• Detail-Oriented with a Holistic View : Balances precision in control testing with big-picture strategic goals.
• Influential Leader : Builds trust with executives, the Audit Committee, and cross-functional teams, effectively advocating for best practices.
• Proactive & Adaptable : Thrives in a dynamic environment; anticipates compliance needs before issues arise.

Reporting Structure & Collaboration

• Reports to : Chief Accounting Officer (CAO).
• Works closely with : Audit Committee, Finance & Accounting teams, IT, Operations, and external auditors.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Generous Stock Options : Be rewarded for helping us grow and succeed.
• Hybrid Working Policy : 3 days a week in our prime offices in Canary Wharf, London, and flexibility to work from home otherwise.
• Diverse International Environment : English is the company's primary language, and our team is spread across different countries and cultures.
• Professional Growth : Career advancement and professional development opportunities within a fast-growing company.
• Inclusive Environment : Join a diverse, inclusive team that values collaboration and innovation.

Our Values

Be persistent

What we aim to do is not always going to be easy, and problem-solving, no matter how big or small, is essential if we are going to achieve our mission. Whether it be a technical challenge you are struggling to unblock, a new client you are trying to win or a logistical puzzle you need to solve, the only way we will grow as a company and as individuals is by persistently working things through to a solution. Success seldom comes from the first attempt, but it almost always comes from the 1000th, and the difference between success and failure often isn't intelligence or the aha moment or the brilliant idea: it's having the perseverance to continue pushing and never giving in to failure.

Be accountable

We operate in a fast-paced, highly collaborative and increasingly autonomous environment at Hypervolt. We are on the journey from a scrappy startup to a market leader, but no matter how big the company gets, treat it as your own. Be accountable for its progress, and look after it as you would your creation. If you know things can be improved, articulate it, say it, and don't go along in the silence of knowing we could have done better. If we make a mistake, find a way to say it. There's no value in keeping it to yourself; we will succeed or fail together.

The ‘Ello Sir Ethos

We should always strive to treat people how they wish to be treated and remember the voting power of customers. They are the true bosses and the actual employers—the market.

Dare to dream

Every technological advancement we use today was once a crazy dream that a few persistent pioneers truly believed. “Most things have to be seen to be believed, but some things have to be believed to be seen!” - Steve Jobs, on building the Apple Mac, the best-selling computer of all time.

Stay hungry; stay foolish.

The hunger and ambition for continuous success are the orbital solar beam-powered reactor at the core of our success, and our ability to stay foolish and humble and continue to let ourselves be educated by our market will help us reach the full potential of our ambition. Only through the most selfless dedication to our dreams will we achieve the most selfish successes.

True Greatness is Blind

Great ideas and execution can come from anyone and anywhere at any time.

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