Sr. Director, Finance Ops & Controls

Who We Are

Bold. Unapologetic. Hardworking. We are building something special.  We transform energy into high-value compute with superior efficiency at scale.  Today, that means powering and securing the Bitcoin Network.  Tomorrow, that could also include powering workloads in AI, HPC and other forms of high-value compute.

Core Scientific is one of the largest bitcoin miners and bitcoin mining hosts in North America.  Our mission is to accelerate digital innovation by scaling high-value compute rapidly, efficiently and responsibly.  Our proprietary software stack optimizes bitcoin mining, pushes firmware, and monitors all aspects of our operations, ensuring we and our customers generate the highest possible ROI on our hardware investment.

But what makes us different from others in our industry?  We own and manage our own infrastructure.  That puts us in control of our operations and gives us an advantage that translates into higher productivity and efficiency.  It also gives us the ability to deploy rapidly the innovations developed by our deep tech team.

Come join us as we continue our journey and accelerate yours.  We seek smart, creative, collaborative minds, who work hard and fast.

Intrigued? Then apply and be a part of something truly special at Core Scientific.

Title
Sr. Director, Finance Ops & Controls

Reports To
VP of Finance Operations and Internal Controls

The Job

The Senior Director, Finance Ops & Controls will be responsible for overseeing the strategy, preparation, execution, and communication of SOX compliance activities. This includes providing guidance on internal controls, performing SOX compliance testing, and conducting risk-based assessments. This role will work closely with business and finance leaders across the organization, delivering risk insights and expertise to enhance risk and control awareness in strategic business decisions. The ideal candidate is a solutions-focused, business-savvy leader who will make a significant impact in a dynamic environment by adopting a balanced, pragmatic, and hands-on approach to developing and refining controls throughout the company.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement long-term strategies for internal controls and SOX compliance, ensuring alignment with the organization’s vision and objectives.
• Risk Management: Apply risk management frameworks to evaluate significant business risks and provide mitigation strategies and recommendations.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with senior executives, business leaders and process owners to identify risks, control gaps, and solutions.
• Expertise in ERM Frameworks: Strong knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Frameworks and demonstrated expertise in applying them to the identification, assessment, and mitigation of organizational risks and enhancing the company’s risk resilience.
• Process Documentation: Review and maintain process flows, control matrices, risk assessments, and scoping materials that support annual SOX testing.
• Collaboration and Project Management: Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, solve complex problems, and manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Foster open, respectful, and professional communication directly within the team as well as with co-workers/ teammates and leaders across the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. A master’s degree and CPA/CIA certification are preferred.
• 15+ Years of Experience in Internal and External Audit functions performing SOX and internal control assessments with at least 10 years’ experience in leadership roles.
• Solid understanding of GAAP, COSO, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and PCAOB rules.
• Experience creating and leveraging process flows, control matrices, narratives, and standard operating procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively to various stakeholders, including the Audit Committee and external auditors.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, solve complex problems, and manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Experience in managing large-scale projects, including readiness, planning, execution, and monitoring of organizational wide SOX compliance initiatives.

Location

Remote

Travel

Travel may be required

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, and smartphones.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, and lift up to 20 pounds.  

Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, onsite position. General hours and days of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. some nights and weekends may be required.

Supervisory Experience (Yes or No)

Yes