We are looking for an Internal Audit Manager to join our fast growing APAC IA team. 

Your main task will be to coordinate and execute the internal audits at Wise, managing teams and collaborating internally and externally with partnering firms. You will make recommendations to improve governance, risk management and internal controls. You will be responsible for planning, executing and reporting internal audits across a range of business areas.

The role presents a great opportunity to focus on the development and delivery of audit engagements in a fast paced environment, focussed on data driven audit techniques and continuous monitoring. Relevant experience working in assurance, risk or control roles and deploying technology enabled assurance is key to driving the internal audit agenda.

We are a newly formed team, therefore you have the unique opportunity to collaborate and shape the operations, methodology and approaches of the Internal Audit function.

Your mission

• Support the implementation and operation of the internal audit assurance framework, including development of continuous monitoring and automated audit routines.

• Support development of the annual audit plan for the including the audit universe, risk assessment processes and budgeting processes.

• Deliver audits per the audit plan to ensure timely and relevant audit outcomes.

• Support in building and supporting a strong and self-sufficient internal audit team.

• Monitor the implementation of Internal Audit recommendations by the teams and measure the effectiveness of the improvements.

• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, internally and externally.

• The role is Singapore based, but many of our teams are located across different office locations.  You will travel as needed to meet your objectives. 

Skills: 

• You have a clear working knowledge of risks, regulatory, finance, and operation processes and expected controls, having worked in or performed audits in these areas, and possess proven experience in risk, control, or assurance with a drive for continuous improvement relevant to the fintech or broader financial services industry.

• You are able to work independently, you assume responsibility and you make your own judgement. 

• Takes ownership over complex new areas and solves problems, leveraging guidance as needed.

• You have very strong coordination skills and you are able to hold teams accountable for meeting deadlines and delivering high quality outputs.

• You are agile and adaptable to change. 

• You seek to use data analytics and technology in your work and decision making processes. 

• You demonstrate attention to details but can summarise key messages succinctly, verbally and in writing, adjusting your style and level of information based on the target audience. 

• You’re curious - you’re great at asking insightful questions to understand the real issues and deliver the right outcomes.

• You are passionate about driving change, making improvements and helping stakeholders.

• You are not afraid of making decisions, can work autonomously and take initiative. 

• You’re a strong relationship builder across all levels of the business and externally. You manage and influence stakeholders with ease. 

• You are collaborative - you enjoy sharing your knowledge and upskilling others. 

 

Experience:

• At least 10 - 12 years of relevant experience in assurance, risk or control roles ideally with fintech, payments and financial institutions.  

• You have managed collaboration projects involving internal and external teams.

• You have worked in a multinational environment across different cultures and countries.

• Professional qualification: CPA/ACA/ACCA/CIA/CISA.

• You have worked in regulated environments, Fintech or Financial Services.

For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders  — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

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