Internal Audit Senior Manager

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Hyderabad, Telangana, IND
Hybrid
Senior level
Fintech • Mobile • Payments • Software • Financial Services
Wise is one of the fastest growing fintechs in the world and we’re on a mission to make money without borders a new norm
The Role
Lead and deliver risk-based internal audits for Wise India, develop continuous monitoring and automated audit routines, build and manage the IA team, develop the annual audit plan, liaise with regulators and external auditors, and drive remediation and control improvements using data analytics and technology-enabled assurance.
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Company Description

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money.
Min fees. Max ease. Full speed.

Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money.
For everyone, everywhere.

More about our mission and what we offer.

Job Description

We are looking for an Internal Audit Senior Manager to join our growing APAC IA team based in India. 

Your main task will be to support the internal audit process for the Wise entities in India.  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, 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.

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 India-based, but many of our teams are located across different office locations.  You will travel as needed to meet your objectives. 

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.
  • You have overseen planning, staffing, delivery and reporting of multiple audit engagements.
  • 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

     

    Qualifications

    • 10–15 years in Internal Audit, Risk, or Control functions within Fintech, Digital Banking, or high-growth Technology sectors, with a track record of leading complex, end-to-end risk-based internal audits.
    • Deep command of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulations, specifically the regulatory requirements and expectations on Payment Aggregator Cross Border (PA-CB), and Authorised Dealers Category II (AD II). 
    • Proven ability to lead teams, oversee engagement execution, and manage direct liaison with the RBI, FIU-IND, and statutory external auditors. 
    • Experience preparing materials and reporting for subsidiary Boards or subsidiary Audit Committees is highly desirable.
    • Bachelor's degree in accountancy, finance or equivalent. Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CIA) 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

    Additional Information

    We’re people without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too. We want to work with the best people, no matter their background. So if you’re passionate about learning new things and keen to join our mission, you’ll fit right in.

    Also, where and what you studied isn't important to us. If you’ve got great experience, the right skills for the role and you’re great at articulating your thinking, we’d like to hear from you.

    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.

    If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.

    Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

    Skills Required

    • 10-15 years in Internal Audit, Risk, or Control functions within Fintech, Digital Banking, or high-growth Technology sectors
    • Deep command of Reserve Bank of India regulations, specifically Payment Aggregator Cross Border (PA-CB) and Authorised Dealers Category II (AD II)
    • Proven ability to lead teams, oversee engagement execution, and manage direct liaison with RBI, FIU-IND, and statutory external auditors
    • Experience overseeing planning, staffing, delivery and reporting of multiple audit engagements
    • Bachelor's degree in accountancy, finance or equivalent
    • Experience deploying technology-enabled assurance, continuous monitoring, and practical data analytics in audits
    • Willingness to travel as needed to meet objectives
    • Experience preparing materials and reporting for subsidiary Boards or subsidiary Audit Committees
    • Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CIA)
    • Practical experience in data analytics

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    Wise Compensation & Benefits Highlights

    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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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    The Company
    9,000 Employees
    Year Founded: 2011

    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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