Internal Auditor

The Role

You will lead and execute the Internal Audit function for a regulated Stored Value Facility (SVF) business ensuring strong governance risk management and compliance with regulatory requirements. This role is critical in safeguarding the organisations financial integrity operational resilience and customer trust. You will work closely with senior management to provide independent assurance and insights that drive continuous improvement. Its an exciting opportunity to shape audit practices in a fast-evolving environment

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with SVF regulatory requirements and business priorities

• Conduct end-to-end audits across finance operations IT systems and compliance processes including AML/CFT controls

• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls risk management frameworks and governance structures

• Prepare clear audit reports with actionable recommendations and track remediation progress with stakeholders

• Liaise with external auditors and regulators during reviews inspections and audits

• Promote a culture of strong controls accountability and continuous improvement across the organization
  

Your Profile

• Bachelors degree in business economics or a related field

• Professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CA (Chartered Accountant) is preferred

• 610 years of experience in Internal Audit Risk or Compliance within financial services fintech or payments

• Strong understanding of SVF e-money or payments regulations and regulatory environments

• Experience auditing IT systems data security and operational processes is highly desirable

• Experience in developing and executing audit plans and evaluating internal control systems

• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing financial documents and audit reports

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders
  

Reporting Structure

The selected candidate will report directly to the Head of Finance & Operations and Audit Committee.

Collaboration

The candidate will collaborate closely with Compliance teams responsible for regulatory and AML/CFT processes as well as IT and business teams responsible for payments operations customer onboarding and transaction monitoring systems.