Senior Internal Auditor

About Us

Planet is a leading technology company transforming payments by putting customer experience first. We offer integrated solutions that include payment processing, VAT refunds, dynamic currency conversion, and management services for merchants in the Retail and Hospitality sectors worldwide.

In recent years, we have experienced significant growth, expanding our services and global presence. With strong private equity investors, Advent International and Eurazeo, we have the financial capital and expertise to grow our capabilities and reach through acquisitions. Our mission is to create a world of connected commerce where payments are simple, secure, and seamless, enabling our partners to deliver exceptional experiences to their customers.

Role Overview
Planet is looking for a hands on, self motivated Senior Internal Audit looking for the next step in their career. We are moving to a co-sourced internal audit model and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the internally managed audits and build a team that can meet the future needs of the business. 

Job Description Summary: 

• Design and execute an Internal Control Framework 

• Input into the design of the Audit schedule and Plan, Execute and deliver audit assignments, including, drafting audit issues, facilitate issue tracking and validate closure of issues. 

• Manage co-source partnership to deliver and execute on audit plan. 

• Utilize internal audit best practice tools and processes to evaluate Compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and enterprise standards in the European and North American regions. 

• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes affecting internal audit.  

• Monitor and maintain quality control procedures throughout audit engagements  

• Completing all work assigned on a timely basis, including ad hoc projects and special investigations. 

• Evaluate test results: accurately identify symptoms, root cause, problems, and identify alternative controls. 

• Pro-actively develop and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, the business, and respective support areas and working in an integrated manner with fellow team members both locally and globally. 

• Effectively communicate the results of audit work to senior management and stakeholders. 

• Capable of operating in a fast paced environment while managing multiple assignments. 

• Detail oriented and capable of clearly and concisely documenting work papers, issue statements, and audit reports. Developing and maintaining broad risk & controls experience,  

• Experience of auditing ITGC controls and compliance with UK and European payments requirements such as PSD2.  

• Keeping current on business/industry changes and their effect on the business, audit plan/approach and risk assessments. 

• Managing projects from Planning through to delivery. 

• Identifying opportunities to assist the Head of Internal Audit  and assuming personal responsibility for complex key process areas (documenting test results clearly, addressing exceptions/findings appropriately, and communicating / escalating conclusions timely). 

 
Who you are

The ideal candidate should have ideally 4 to 6 years of External, Internal Audit or related experience working in a global financial institution with knowledge of relevant EU and UK regulations (e.g., Governance, Outsourcing, PSD2, Consumer Protection, Privacy, AML regulations). Industry experience must be from a recognized financial payment institution and would ideally be within a large and high growth company that provides a variety of financial products and services. This candidate should have proven experience in evaluating internal controls or compliance programs. Working experience with Big4 firms or regulatory bodies is also recommended. 

The successful candidate should possess: 

• Capable of operating in a fast pace, diverse environment while managing multiple assignments. 

• Detail oriented and capable of clearly and concisely documenting work papers, issue statements, and audit reports. 

• Deadline driven, self-directed and organized individual. 

• Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communications skills. 

• Able to understand risk and control concepts. 

• Analytical & problem-solving skills. 

• Experience working in a regulated environment required. 

• Ability to travel – up to 10-15%. 

• CIA, CA or equivalent, CFE, CAMS, CISA  preferred. 

• Innovative mindset and ability to develop ideas seeking ways to add value to the Global Audit team and the business. 
  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop and mature the Internal audit framework and function 

• Effective management of co-source partner 

• Execute a range of internal audit projects from the planning and fieldwork through reporting. 

• Develop and maintain constructive working relationships with auditees at all levels. 

• Report to Executive and Board level 

Why Planet

Planet is an equal opportunity employer where diversity is valued, and all employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Come and grow your career in the most exciting, fast-paced technology market, with a business that delivers feel-good connected commerce.

We would love to hear from you. Apply now.

At Planet, we embrace a hybrid work model, with three days a week in the office.
 

Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to allow for an individual to perform the essential functions of this role successfully.

At Planet, we embrace a hybrid work model, with three days a week in the office.
 

Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to allow for an individual to perform the essential functions of this role successfully.