Director of Internal Control
About Mistral
At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time, and enhance learning and creativity. Our technology is designed to integrate seamlessly into daily working life.
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Role Summary
This role offers a unique opportunity to build Mistral AI’s Internal Control function from the ground up, ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and strategic agility as we scale. As our Director of Internal Control, you will design and deploy a COSO-aligned framework, embed controls into critical processes (e.g., procurement, payroll, subsidiary oversight), and automate monitoring using AI/ML tools.
Reporting directly to the SVP Finance, you will collaborate with Legal, CISO, and business units to foster a culture of accountability and risk mitigation across our global entities. Your work will directly safeguard Mistral’s high-stakes growth, preparing us for future milestones.
What you will do
• Design and Deploy Internal Controls:
Build a risk-based internal control system from the ground up, covering financial, operational, and compliance areas. Ensure alignment with Mistral’s rapid growth and global operations.
• Integrate Co...