Airwallex: Senior Manager, Internal Audit - Shaping the Future of Fintech in New York

Airwallex is revolutionizing the global financial landscape. As a Senior Manager in Internal Audit, you'll be at the forefront, ensuring our continued success and compliance. This role, based in the vibrant hub of New York City, offers a unique opportunity to impact a rapidly growing fintech company and contribute to our mission of building the future of global finance.

Role Overview

As the Senior Manager, Internal Audit, you will play a pivotal role in the Americas region, ensuring the integrity and efficiency of our operations through comprehensive risk and compliance audits. Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, you will leverage your expertise to identify potential vulnerabilities, develop robust audit plans, and deliver actionable insights to senior management and the Audit Committee. Your work will directly impact our ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and maintain the highest standards of operational excellence.

A Day in the Life

• Strategic Audit Planning: Collaborating with the Head of Internal Audit to develop a risk-based audit plan that aligns with Airwallex’s strategic objectives. This involves identifying key risk areas and designing audit procedures to assess the effectiveness of controls.
• Execution of Audit Fieldwork: Conducting thorough audit fieldwork, including reviewing documentation, interviewing stakeholders, and performing control testing to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Data Analysis and Insights: Utilizing data analysis tools like Python, Databricks, and Looker to identify trends, anomalies, and emerging risks. This helps to improve audit efficiency and provide deeper insights into potential areas of concern.
• Stakeholder Management: Building strong relationships with internal business stakeholders to understand their processes, challenges, and risks. Communicating complex risk and compliance issues clearly and effectively to ensure that audit recommendations are understood and implemented.
• Report Writing and Communication: Preparing clear, concise, and actionable audit reports that highlight key findings, recommendations, and management action plans. Presenting audit results to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Monitoring and Follow-up: Tracking the completion of management action plans and following up to ensure timely remediation of audit findings. Verifying that corrective actions are effective in addressing identified weaknesses.
• Staying Current with Regulations: Keeping abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices to ensure that Airwallex’s internal audit practices remain current and effective. This includes monitoring updates from regulatory bodies and participating in industry conferences and training programs.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal audit function. This may involve streamlining audit processes, implementing new technologies, or enhancing training programs for audit staff.
• Advisory Role: Acting as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders on risk and compliance matters. Providing guidance and support to help them strengthen their internal controls and mitigate potential risks.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Working closely with other members of the internal audit team to share knowledge, coordinate audit activities, and ensure consistency in audit methodologies and standards.

Why New York?

New York City is a global financial hub, offering unparalleled access to industry expertise, regulatory insights, and a diverse talent pool. Basing this role in New York allows you to be at the heart of the fintech revolution, engaging with leading financial institutions, regulatory bodies, and innovative technology companies. This location provides significant opportunities for professional growth and networking.

Career Path

This Senior Manager role provides a strong foundation for career advancement within Airwallex. Potential career paths include:

• Head of Internal Audit: Leading the entire internal audit function, setting strategic direction, and overseeing all audit activities.
• Director of Compliance: Overseeing compliance programs, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, and managing relationships with regulatory agencies.
• Chief Risk Officer: Developing and implementing enterprise risk management strategies, identifying and mitigating key risks, and advising senior management on risk-related matters.
• Executive Leadership: Progressing into broader leadership roles within Airwallex, leveraging your deep understanding of risk, compliance, and operations to drive strategic decision-making.

Salary and Benefits

Airwallex offers a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The estimated salary range for this position in New York is $160,000 to $220,000 annually. In addition to base salary, Airwallex provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee Stock Options: Opportunity to participate in Airwallex’s equity program.
• Professional Development: Support for professional development, including training, certifications, and conferences.
• Wellness Programs: Programs to support employee well-being, including wellness challenges, health screenings, and mental health resources.
• Parental Leave: Generous parental leave policies.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Opportunities for flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
• Commuter Benefits: Commuter benefits to help offset transportation costs.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Life and disability insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counseling and support services.
• Bonus Potential: Performance-based bonus potential.

Airwallex Culture

At Airwallex, we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. We foster a culture of continuous learning and growth, where employees are empowered to take ownership of their work and make a real impact. We are a global team of talented professionals who are passionate about building the future of global finance.

Attributes We Value

• Builder Mentality: We seek individuals with a founder-like energy who are driven to create and innovate.
• Impact-Oriented: We want people who are focused on making a real impact and driving meaningful results.
• Accelerated Learning: We provide opportunities for accelerated learning and growth.
• Ownership: We empower employees to take ownership of their work and make decisions.
• Role-Related Expertise: We value strong role-related expertise and sharp thinking.
• Mission-Driven: We are motivated by our mission to build the future of global finance.
• Operating Principles: We adhere to a set of operating principles that guide our decisions and actions.
• Fast-Paced: We move fast with good judgment, balancing speed and rigor.
• Curiosity: We dig deep with curiosity and ask challenging questions.
• First Principles Thinking: We make decisions from first principles, rather than relying on assumptions.
• Humility and Collaboration: We are humble and collaborative, working together to achieve common goals.
• Zero-to-One Mentality: We turn zero-to-one ideas into real products.
• Get Stuff Done: We are focused on getting things done and delivering results.
• AI-Savvy: We use AI to work smarter and solve problems faster.

How to Apply

If you are a highly motivated and experienced internal audit professional who is passionate about fintech and eager to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter through the Airwallex careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!

FAQ

1. What is Airwallex?Airwallex is a global payments and financial platform for modern businesses, offering solutions for cross-border payments, multi-currency accounts, and more.
2. What does the Internal Audit team do?The Internal Audit team provides independent assurance and actionable insights to senior management and the Board, ensuring robust risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
3. What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Manager, Internal Audit?The key responsibilities include developing audit plans, executing audit fieldwork, conducting data analysis, managing stakeholders, and ensuring timely remediation of audit findings.
4. What qualifications are required for this role?The qualifications include a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, 10+ years of experience in internal audit, and experience in the financial services or fintech industry.
5. What skills are important for this role?Important skills include internal auditing, risk management, compliance, data analysis, stakeholder management, and communication.
6. What is the career path for this role?Potential career paths include Head of Internal Audit, Director of Compliance, Chief Risk Officer, and executive leadership roles within Airwallex.
7. What is the salary range for this role?The estimated salary range for this position in New York is $160,000 to $220,000 annually.
8. What benefits does Airwallex offer?Airwallex offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, employee stock options, and professional development opportunities.
9. What is the culture like at Airwallex?Airwallex fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, where employees are empowered to take ownership of their work and make a real impact.
10. How do I apply for this role?You can apply for this role by submitting your resume and cover letter through the Airwallex careers page.