Internal Audit Manager

Wise•Austin, TX

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Wise is looking for an Internal Audit Manager to join their new and growing IA team in North America. This role will support the internal audit process for Wise entities in North America and also global audits with a North American specific scope. The responsibilities include both global and regional processes, working with internal colleagues and external partnering firms. This role offers an opportunity to focus on the development and delivery of audit engagements in a fast-paced environment, utilizing data-driven audit techniques and continuous monitoring. Experience in assurance, risk, or control roles, and deploying technology-enabled assurance, is key to driving the internal audit agenda. As part of a fast-growing team, there is an opportunity to collaborate and shape the operations, methodology, and approaches of the Internal Audit function.

Requirements

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).
Working knowledge of global regulatory frameworks and requirements relevant to payments, fintech and/or broader financial services firms, such as Consumer Protection & Conduct, Outsourcing & Third Party Management, Risk Management, Governance, and Regulatory Reporting.
Proven experience working in risk, control or assurance.
Experience working in technology, fintech or broader financial services industries.
Ability to work independently, assume responsibility, make own judgment and keep leader informed.
Ability to take ownership over complex areas and solve problems with no or very limited guidance.
Very strong coordination skills and ability to hold teams accountable for meeting deadlines and delivering high quality outputs.
Passion for driving change, making improvements and helping stakeholders.
Strong relationship building skills across all levels of the business and externally.
Ability to manage and influence stakeholders with ease.
Agile and adaptable to change, and ready to navigate a landscape where processes are actively evolving.
Seek to use data analytics and technology in work and decision making processes.

Nice To Haves

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, evaluating internal policies, and contributing to the control environment (highly preferred).

Responsibilities

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.