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A bit about the role:

Wise is looking for an Internal Audit Manager to join our new and growing IA team in North America. 

Your main task will be to support the internal audit process for the Wise entities in North America and also global audits with NorthAm specific scope. The wider scope includes both global and regional processes and working with colleagues within the company and externally with partnering firms. 

The role presents a great opportunity to focus on the development and delivery of audit engagements in a fast paced environment, focused 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 fast growing 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 IA NorthAm leadership in creating and timely delivery of the audit universe, risk assessment and audit plan for all applicable entities.

• Lead complex IA audit projects including but not limited to fincrime, regulatory compliance, payments, technology and treasury domains. This includes identifying and assessing risks, evaluating controls, and ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.

• Prepare draft audit reports and executive summaries for the Head of Internal Audit's review. Assist in the preparation of presentations for the Audit Committee and senior leadership, ensuring all findings and recommendations are communicated clearly and persuasively.

• Support key projects to deliver an aligned assurance model across Wise. 

• Monitor the implementation of Internal Audit recommendations by the teams, measure the effectiveness of the improvements and report to oversight committees. 

• Develop strong relationships internally and externally, including the local regulators. Be seen as a trusted advisor to the business. 

• Provide advisory support on internal controls for new product launches, entity creations, and business process changes in the region.

• Promote and help embed a strong control culture, driving meaningful and relevant assurance programmes at Wise. 

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

A bit about you 

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of the North American regulatory landscape (OCC, CFPB, FinCEN, FINRA, State regulators, RPAA, Bank of Canada, relevant regulatory frameworks and requirements for the licensed entity) and working knowledge of global regulatory frameworks and requirements relevant to payments, fintech and/or broader financial services firms.

• Proven experience working in risk, control or assurance. 

• Experience working for a technology, fintech or broader financial services industries. 

• Working independently, you assume responsibility and you make your own judgement and keep your leader informed. 

• Ownership over complex areas and solve problems with no or very limited guidance. 

• An understanding of compliance with regulatory requirements, evaluating internal policies, and contributing to the control environment.

• Strong coordination skills and you are able to hold teams accountable for meeting deadlines and delivering high quality outputs. 

• Passionate about driving change, making improvements and helping stakeholders. 

• Strong relationship builder across all levels of the business and externally. You manage and influence stakeholders with ease. 

• Agile and adaptable to change, and ready to navigate a landscape where processes are actively evolving.

• Use data analytics and technology in your work and decision making processes. 

Experience:

• 6+ years of experience in an audit/assurance/internal controls role within the financial services industry, fintech or technology company.

• 2+ years of experience managing a team.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• At least one professional certification: CFE/CIA/CISA/CPA/CAMS. More than one certification is highly preferred.

• Managed collaboration projects involving internal and external teams.

Nice to have's:

• Worked and delivered in highly regulated environments within Fintech or Financial Services industry (highly preferred).
• Worked in a multinational environment across different cultures and countries.
• Experience in Consumer Protection & Conduct, Outsourcing & Third Party Management, Risk Management, Governance, and Regulatory Reporting. 

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