Internal Audit Manager

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We are looking for an Internal Audit Manager to join our fast-growing Internal Audit team, specifically supporting our assurance work across the Brazil and Latam regions. 

Your main task will be to coordinate and execute internal audits at Wise, managing and/or supporting teams to deliver the audit plan. You will provide assurance on high-risk regional regulatory obligations, making recommendations to improve governance and internal controls.

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 main task will be to support the internal audit process for the Wise entities in Brazil and also a number of smaller but fast growing entities in the LATAM region. The scope includes both global and regional processes and working with colleagues within the company and externally with partnering firms. As a manager in the audit function there is also opportunity to lead initiatives in an audit domain for the Group as a whole, depending on your subject matter expertise. 

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. 

Your mission 

• Execute the Audit Plan: 

  • Support the delivery of our risk-based Audit plan, specifically in the Brazil (and eventually LATAM) region,  to ensure timely and relevant audit outcomes.

  • Responsible for planning, executing and preparing the reporting of internal audits in accordance with the Wise Audit methodology

• Support the implementation of the internal audit assurance framework, developing continuous monitoring routines for high-volume financial data and automated audit routines.

• Execute comprehensive assessment of the operations of the company based on the requirements of both the Payment Institution and FX brokerage licenses. 

• Lead complex IA audit projects related to PIX and Open Banking for Brazil, including technical requirements, as well as support some of the initiatives and audits in Mexico and the rest of LATAM. 

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

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

• Work to support timely delivery of the annual audit plan for your region/areas of specialty, including the audit universe, risk assessment processes and budgeting processes. 

• 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 with the Leads and key stakeholders. Be seen as a trusted advisor to the business. 

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

• Strategically lead your teams through audit programmes, business partnering, change management and other domains. 

Skills:

• You are agile and adaptable to change, and ready to navigate a landscape where processes are actively evolving

• You are comfortable working with data analytics and technology to drive audit decisions, which is critical for testing high-volume areas like Finance and Treasury transactions.

• You have a comprehensive understanding of the risks and required controls for FX brokerage entities authorized by the Brazilian Central Bank. Experience with technology, fintech or broader financial services industries is a plus.

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

• You are prepared to take ownership over complex new areas and solve problems with no or very limited guidance. 

• 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. 

• Professional qualification: CIA/CISA/CPA/CAMS

Experience:

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk, or internal control roles, ideally within FX Brokerage, Banking, or Financial Services.

• Project Management: You have proven experience managing collaboration projects involving internal and external teams, with a hands-on approach. Experience across a multinational environment is a plus.

Preferred Experience:

• Preferably you have subject matter expertise FX transactions and the regulatory landscape for Corretoras in Brazil. 

• Knowledge of Financial Crime, Regulatory Compliance, Safeguarding, Outsourcing and/or Operations / Information Security (nice to have). 

• You have worked in highly regulated environments. 

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