Senior Manager, Internal Audit (US)

Checkout.com • Atlanta, GA

18h • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re Checkout.com – you might not know our name, but companies like eBay, ASOS, Klarna, Uber Eats, and Sony do. That moment when you check out online? We make it happen. Checkout.com is where the world checks out. Our global network powers billions of transactions every year, making money move without making a fuss. We spent years perfecting a service most people will never notice. Because when digital payments just work, businesses grow, customers stay, and no one stops to think about why. With 19 offices spanning six continents, we feel at home everywhere – but London is our HQ. Wherever our people work their magic, they’re fast-moving, performance-obsessed, and driven by being better every day. Ideal. Because a role here isn’t just another job; it’s a career-defining opportunity to build the future of fintech. Reporting to the Global Head of Internal Audit, the US Head of Internal Audit is a critical leadership position based in Atlanta. You will provide independent, objective assurance over the adequacy of Checkout.com’s governance, risk management, and control environment. This role is crucial for supporting our ongoing expansion throughout the Americas and requires an an experienced, highly motivated professional capable of independent decision-making to align the internal audit function with strategic objectives and regulatory mandates in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience dealing with regulators and senior management in a payments-focused, banking or other regulated financial institution and act as the senior person Responsible for Internal Audit legal entity and regulatory matters within the US. They will be well-organised, adaptable to the changing demands of the role, and capable of independent and autonomous decision-making to drive Checkout.com’s ambitious expansion goals in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• A university degree and a minimum of 12 years of audit experience, preferably at a regulated financial institution, payments institution, or other Fintech.
• Strong understanding of banking and payment regulations, particularly related to fintech sponsorships and payment systems.
• Subject matter expertise in Finance/Treasury, Operational, and Financial Crime and Regulatory Compliance processes, ideally within the payments or financial services industry.
• Professional qualifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), is essential for the role.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management both externally with financial regulators and internally with the ability to build cross-functional relationships and work collaboratively.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with tight delivery schedules and prioritise accordingly, communicating roadmaps and deliverables clearly and articulately.

Nice To Haves

• In-depth knowledge of North American regulatory landscape (OCC, FinCEN, FINRA, State regulators, RPAA, Georgia DBF, relevant regulatory frameworks and requirements for the licensed entity) and will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, evaluating internal policies, and contributing to the control environment (highly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based annual internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory mandates across treasury, finance, compliance, and operational risks (including cybersecurity and outsourcing).
• Lead the development of the audit universe, risk assessment, continuous monitoring, and automated audit routines. Periodically evaluate and enhance the audit methodology to align with industry best practices (IIA standards) and applicable federal or state regulations. Supports Quality Assurance processes in preparation of External Quality Review.
• Take direct ownership of and execute high-quality audits across the IA portfolio, from planning and scoping to control assessment, issue finalization, and report issuance.
• Support planning and staffing for the annual audit plan, including engaging co-source partners and collaborating effectively with group internal audit teams.
• Effectively communicate key audit findings and identified risk exposures to senior leadership, the Audit Committee, and the Risk Committee. Manage relationships with senior management, providing expert advice and participating in cross-governance activities.
• Monitor the implementation of Internal Audit recommendations and measure the effectiveness of the improvements.

Benefits

• We create the conditions for high performers to thrive, through real ownership, fewer blockers, and work that makes a difference from day one.
• You’ll move fast, take on meaningful challenges, and be recognized for the impact you deliver.
• It’s a place where ambition gets met with opportunity, and where your growth is in your hands.
• We work as one team, and we back each other to succeed.
• Accessibility support to make your experience or working environment more comfortable.
• Our hybrid working model offers flexibility, with three days per week in the office to support collaboration and connection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior