ImmunityBio, Inc. is a late-stage immunotherapy company developing a broad pipeline of next-generation therapies that drive immunogenic mechanisms for defeating cancer and infectious disease. The company's immunotherapy platform is designed to activate both the innate (natural killer cell and macrophage) and adaptive (T cell) immune systems to create long-term "immunological memory." The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for review ImmunityBio's resubmission of its Biologics License Application (BLA) for N-803, a first-in-class IL-15 superagonist, plus Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) for the treatment of BCG-unresponsive non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer carcinoma in situ (CIS) with or without Ta or T1 disease, and has set a user fee goal date (PDUFA date) of April 23, 2024.

Why ImmunityBio?

* ImmunityBio is developing cutting edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.

* Opportunity to join an early-stage public biopharmaceutical company with a headquarters in Southern California.

* Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas at the company.

* Ability to join a growing company with development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for all aspects of the audit cycle, including planning and assessing risk, developing, and executing on audit procedures, and effectively reporting on audit activities. The role assists with the assessment of its internal controls over financial reporting as well as performing internal/operational audits, and also works closely with our independent accounting firm under their direct assistance model. The Internal Audit Manager will partner with co-source partner to develop and manage a risk-based audit program and will independently evaluate internal controls and compliance with established policies, procedures, and regulations across the entire company and will regularly make recommendations for improvement.

The Internal Audit Manager will manage the process of assessing the adequacy, effectiveness, and compliance of internal controls utilized to mitigate risks. The role will serve as a catalyst for change and a supportive audit consultant to all levels of management, and proactively recommend value-added and practical improvements to risk management, as well as to the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. The Internal Audit Manager will partner effectively with business leadership across functions, divisions, and regions in order to provide a solutions-driven audit program.

Essential Functions

• Evaluate and monitor the ongoing design and operating effectiveness of controls over financial reporting throughout the organization
• Help drive SOX 404 implementation effort, which includes management of internal and external audit teams
• Identify and effectively communicate process improvements to drive the business or enhance audit approach, and share best practices
• Communicate with all levels of management and have the ability to adjust the level of detail commensurate with the audience
• Communicate to executives opportunities for process improvements
• Assess control deficiencies as they are identified and advise control owners to establish and execute on a remediation plan
• Identify opportunities to redesign and improve the operating effectiveness of controls through simplification and automation
• Clearly communicate issues, including preparing comprehensive written reports, and pursue effective and timely resolution to issues
• Conduct regular training for process owners regarding SOX compliance, how to update documentation, conduct walkthroughs, etc.
• Drive delivery of internal audit's work on time, within budget, and in accordance with audit methodology and agreed quality standards
• Work collaboratively with the Company's external auditors to execute a 'reliance based' testing strategy for ICFR
• Provide an independent opinion on the governance, risk, and control environment of ImmunityBio
• Develop and maintain the Company's entity-level risk assessment
• Design and streamline internal processes, leveraging technology where possible, to allow the Business Process Owners to execute in the most efficient and effective manner possible
• Performs other special projects and duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive, relevant experience, with a mix of public accounting and public company industry experience
• ERP experience, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365, as well as AuditBoard

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the COSO Framework and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 requirements
• Demonstrated understanding of Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) rules
• Exceptional decision-making and problem-solving skills, especially in situations where there is ambiguity or uncertainty
• Results oriented - be adaptable to meet deadlines and budgets, multi-task, and deliver quality results
• Ability to identify and assess financial and operational risks resulting in the development of an effective audit program
• Strong presentation and negotiation communication skills
• Knowledge and experience evaluating the design and effectiveness of processes and controls over system development/change management, logical and physical access, data integrity/accuracy/completeness
• Strong analytical, financial analysis, and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This is a hybrid role (combination of onsite and remote)
• This position primarily works at a computer

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$130,000 (entry-level qualifications) to $165,000 (highly experienced) annually

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options * Health and Financial Wellness Programs * Employer Assistance Program (EAP) * Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts * 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match * 529 Education Savings Program * Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks * Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays * Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO * Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day * We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

ImmunityBio is a mandatory vaccination employer for COVID-19 and its variants. The Company requires that its employees be fully vaccinated as of their start date. If you require a medical or religious accommodation we will engage in the interactive process with you. Proof of vaccination will be required prior to start. If we make you an offer and you are not yet vaccinated, we will accommodate a delay in start date. ImmunityBio may also mandate that its employees receive vaccine boosters, and all accommodation laws will be followed.