Description
About the Role
As the Senior Manager, Internal Audit (Compliance), you will play a critical role in supporting Airwallex's objectives by providing independent assurance and actionable insights to senior management and the Board. This involves designing and executing risk-based audit plans, leveraging data analytics and your expertise in financial crime and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities:
- Develop comprehensive, risk-based audit plans and testing procedures for risk and compliance audits, prioritizing areas with the highest potential for non-compliance or financial loss.
- Execute audit fieldwork, assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls, and deliver insightful, actionable reports to senior management and the Audit Committee.
- Develop and implement data analysis tools (e.g., using Python, Databricks, Looker) to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness, and leverage analytics to identify emerging risks and anomalies.
- Manage internal business stakeholders, communicate complex risk and compliance issues clearly, and ensure that audit recommendations are understood and implemented.
- Monitor and track completion of management action plans, and follow up to ensure timely remediation of audit findings.
- Stay abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices, and promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least 5-8 years of solid working experience as a professional auditor and/or financial industry practitioner.
- Core audit and business skills, particularly in Financial Crime Compliance, Fraud, Card Scheme Compliance, and Enterprise Risk Management.
- Experience with one or more banking regulators and strong knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Detail-oriented, positive attitude, and self-motivated with a willingness to be hands-on.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to present complex and sensitive issues to senior management and influence change.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional qualifications such as CIA, CPA, CAMS, FRM, or similar.
- Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Python, Databricks, Looker).
- Experience in fintech or financial services, especially in a fast-paced, global environment.