Job Description
Are you an experienced auditor passionate about fintech and risk management? Wise Payments is expanding its Internal Audit team in the APAC region, and we are looking for a highly skilled Internal Audit Senior Specialist to join our Singapore office. This is a unique opportunity to play a foundational role in shaping the internal control environment of a fast-growing, global financial technology company.
As an Internal Audit Senior Specialist, you will work closely with regional leadership to identify risks, evaluate control effectiveness, and drive process improvements. You will dive deep into our operations, ensuring that Wise continues to scale responsibly while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
We operate in a dynamic, mission-driven environment where your insights will directly impact our strategic growth and risk management framework. If you are analytical, tech-savvy, and thrive in an agile setting, we invite you to help us build a world-class audit function.
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute risk-based internal audits across various business units in the APAC region.
- Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and risk management frameworks.
- Draft high-quality audit reports with clear, actionable recommendations for senior management.
- Monitor the timely implementation of management action plans to address identified audit findings.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify operational bottlenecks and enhance process efficiency.
- Provide expert guidance on compliance with local regulatory requirements and Wise’s internal policies.
- Participate in ad-hoc investigations and special projects as requested by the Global Audit Director.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CA, or CISA is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in internal or external audit, preferably within the fintech, banking, or payments industry.
- Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, COSO frameworks, and internal audit standards.
- Proven ability to analyze complex data sets and translate findings into clear, concise insights.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Deep knowledge of Singapore regulatory landscapes (MAS) is a significant advantage.