We are seeking a Senior Audit Manager to help lead the delivery of OKX’s internal audit portfolio across the APAC region.
Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, APAC, you will lead risk-based audits and advisory reviews covering operational, financial, regulatory, and technology-related risks. You will be responsible for the full audit lifecycle, from risk assessment and planning through fieldwork, reporting, and remediation monitoring.
You will work closely with senior business stakeholders, risk and compliance teams, external auditors, and regulators to provide independent assurance over the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls. The successful candidate will have broad audit experience within financial services, fintech, cryptocurrency, or another highly regulated industry, together with a strong understanding of the risks associated with digital assets and blockchain technology. This role is based in Singapore.
- Partner with Internal Audit leadership and business stakeholders to develop risk-based and regulatory-focused audit plans aligned with OKX’s strategic priorities, regulatory obligations, and emerging risks.
- Lead end-to-end audits, thematic reviews, and advisory engagements across APAC, including defining scope and audit procedures, supervising fieldwork, reviewing workpapers, and coaching audit team members.
- Ensure engagements are completed in accordance with professional standards and internal audit methodology, with conclusions supported by sufficient and appropriate evidence.
- Evaluate business processes and the design and operating effectiveness of key controls, identifying root causes, control gaps, and opportunities for operational improvement.
- Prepare clear, concise, and commercially relevant audit reports, and communicate findings and recommendations to senior management and business stakeholders.
- Work with control owners to develop practical corrective actions and monitor remediation to ensure that identified issues are addressed effectively and on time.
- Apply data analytics and other technology-enabled techniques to improve audit coverage, efficiency, and insight.
- Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends affecting cryptocurrency, blockchain, and financial services businesses across APAC.
- Support regulatory examinations, external audits, and related information requests to ensure they are handled accurately and efficiently.
- Contribute to the continued development of the Internal Audit function, including its methodology, risk assessment processes, reporting, and use of technology.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline. A relevant postgraduate degree or professional certification, such as CIA, CPA, or CA, is preferred.
- At least six years of relevant internal audit experience, including leading audit engagements within financial services, fintech, cryptocurrency, or another highly regulated industry.
- Broad audit experience across areas such as financial crime compliance, risk management, outsourcing and third-party risk, corporate governance, product, operations, and finance.
- Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, the IIA’s Global Internal Audit Standards, risk assessment practices, and internal control frameworks, with the ability to identify control weaknesses and develop practical, risk-based recommendations.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements applicable to financial institutions and cryptocurrency businesses across APAC. Experience auditing regulated entities in Singapore and/or Australia is advantageous.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to present complex matters clearly, influence stakeholders, and work effectively across cultures and jurisdictions.
- Sound judgement, integrity, and a strong risk-and-control mindset, with the ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities.
- Proficiency with audit management and data-analysis tools.
- Competitive total compensation package
- L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
- Various team building programs and company events
- Wellness and meal allowances
- Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline
- At least six years of relevant internal audit experience
- Experience leading audit engagements in financial services, fintech, cryptocurrency, or another highly regulated industry
- Broad audit experience across financial crime compliance, risk management, outsourcing and third-party risk, corporate governance, product, operations, and finance
- Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, the IIA's Global Internal Audit Standards, risk assessment practices, and internal control frameworks
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements for financial institutions and cryptocurrency businesses across APAC
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to present complex matters clearly and influence stakeholders across cultures and jurisdictions
- Sound judgment, integrity, and a strong risk-and-control mindset
- Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
- Proficiency with audit management and data-analysis tools
- Relevant postgraduate degree or professional certification such as CIA, CPA, or CA
- Experience auditing regulated entities in Singapore or Australia
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Healthcare Strength — Role descriptions indicate comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, with employer-paid premiums in some cases. Health coverage is highlighted alongside core benefits like PTO and parental leave.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Allowances for education and fitness, meal perks and snacks, team-building budgets, and structured learning programs are described across locations. These extras enhance the total rewards package beyond base pay.
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What We Do
Founded in 2017, OKX is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency spot and derivatives exchanges. OKX innovatively adopted blockchain technology to reshape the financial ecosystem by offering some of the most diverse and sophisticated products, solutions, and trading tools on the market. Trusted by more than 20 million users in over 180 regions globally, OKX strives to provide an engaging platform that empowers every individual to explore the world of crypto. In addition to its world-class DeFi exchange, OKX serves its users with OKX Insights, a research arm that is at the cutting edge of the latest trends in the cryptocurrency industry. With its extensive range of crypto products and services, and unwavering commitment to innovation, OKX’s vision is a world of financial access backed by blockchain and the power of decentralized finance.
