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As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money.
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Job DescriptionA bit about the role
We are looking for an Internal Audit Senior Manager to join our growing APAC Internal Audit (IA) team based in Japan.
Your main task will be to support the internal audit process for Wise entities in Japan. The scope includes both global and regional processes and working with colleagues within the company and externally with partnering firms. You will make recommendations to improve governance, risk management and internal controls. You will be responsible for planning, assigning, and supervising the operational activities of the team as well as completing your own tasks during the audit.
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 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, including the audit universe, risk assessment processes and budgeting processes.
Deliver audits per the audit plan to ensure timely and relevant audit outcomes.
Build and support 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 Tokyo-based, but many of our teams are located across different office locations. You will travel as needed to meet your objectives.
Qualifications
A bit about you
Skills:
You have proven experience working in risk, control or assurance and you want to continuously improve how to get the job done.
You have worked in technology, fintech or broader financial services industries.
Excellent business language skills in Japanese and English both verbal and written.
You have overseen planning, staffing, delivery and reporting of multiple audit engagements.
You have strong communication skills with the regulators and industry associations.
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 and know when to escalate and ask for support.
You have very strong coordination skills and you are able to hold teams accountable for meeting deadlines and delivering high quality outputs.
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 seek to use data analytics and technology in your work and decision making processes. Practical experience in data analytics preferred.
You’re curious and collaborative - 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.
Able to adapt with fast moving and agile business environment
Experience:
10+ years in Internal Audit, Risk, or Control functions within Fintech, Digital Banking, Retail Brokerage or high-growth Technology sectors, with a track record of leading complex, end-to-end risk-based internal audits.
Expert-level knowledge of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (FIEA) (Required).
Working knowledge of related Japanese regulations, such as the Payment Services Act, Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds, JSDA/industry association rules, data privacy laws, and customer asset safeguarding (Preferred).
Proven ability to lead teams, oversee engagement execution, and manage direct liaison with the Japanese regulators and statutory external auditors.
Experience preparing materials and reporting for subsidiary Boards or subsidiary Audit Committees is highly desirable.
Awareness of UK/US directives and regulations which are commonly applicable or have extraterritorial application to Japan is nice to have.
Bachelor's degree in accountancy, finance or equivalent. Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CIA, CAMS) are highly desirable.
Some of your benefits:
Stock options
Generous parental leave
Travel to other global Wise offices
Loads of growth and development opportunities
A fun work environment with social activities and events
The opportunity to work with super smart, curious people
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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Skills Required
- 10+ years in Internal Audit, Risk, or Control functions within Fintech, Digital Banking, Retail Brokerage or high-growth Technology sectors, with a track record of leading complex, end-to-end risk-based internal audits.
- Expert-level knowledge of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (FIEA).
- Excellent business Japanese and English language skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to lead teams, oversee audit engagement execution, and manage direct liaison with Japanese regulators and statutory external auditors.
- Bachelor's degree in accountancy, finance or equivalent.
- Strong communication, coordination, ownership and decision-making skills; ability to work independently and hold teams accountable.
- Practical experience using data analytics and technology-enabled assurance.
- Working knowledge of Payment Services Act, Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds, JSDA/industry rules, data privacy laws, and customer asset safeguarding.
- Experience preparing materials and reporting for subsidiary Boards or subsidiary Audit Committees.
- Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CIA, CAMS).
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Wise Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Global paid time off is presented as 33–36 days including local public holidays, plus three “Me Days,” with a paid six‑week sabbatical and stipend after four years. Work-from-anywhere for up to 90 days per year after six months further complements time away and flexibility.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — RSUs are granted to all employees, enabling broad ownership in the company. Equity is positioned as a standard, company‑wide component of total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is described as generous across markets, with U.S. pages listing up to 18 weeks fully paid for birthing parents and 8 weeks for non‑birthing parents. Additional family‑oriented supports such as onsite Mother’s Rooms and abortion travel benefits are noted in certain locations.
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What We Do
Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money. With Wise Account and Wise Business, people and businesses can hold 40 currencies, move money between countries and spend money abroad. Large companies and banks use Wise technology too; an entirely new network for the world's money. Launched in 2011, Wise is one of the world’s fastest growing, profitable tech companies. In fiscal year 2025, Wise supported around 15.6 million people and businesses, processing over $185 billion in cross-border transactions and saving customers around $2.6 billion.
Why Work With Us
We’re truly global in who we are, how we work, and how we build. Everything we do is centred around creating a world of money that’s fast, easy, fair. And open to all. Everyone who works here owns a piece of Wise, from the work they do, to the stock they hold.
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