About this role

The Internal Auditor provides independent, risk-based assurance over the Company’s

financial, operational, compliance and governance processes. The role independently

plans and executes end-to-end audits, evaluates the effectiveness of controls,

identifies risks and control gaps, and drives timely remediation.

This is a hands-on operational role requiring strong financial and controls audit

expertise, combined with the professional judgement to identify systemic and

emerging risks. The role covers Finance, Settlements & Reconciliations, Operations,

AML/CFT, Risk, Compliance and other business functions as required.

Internal Audit & Assurance
Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan covering key financial,
operational, compliance and control risks.
Conduct end-to-end audits, including planning, scoping, testing, analysis,
reporting and follow-up.
Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls, policies, processes and
risk mitigation measures.
Conduct special, investigative and ad hoc audits as directed by Management or
the Board Audit & Risk Committee.

Financial, Operational & Compliance Audits:

Audit financial processes including revenue, expenditure, treasury, settlements,
reconciliations, payroll, procurement and financial reporting.
Review operational processes to identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies,
fraud risks and opportunities for improvement.
Assess compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies,
delegated authorities and regulatory requirements.
Evaluate AML/CFT, sanctions, fraud prevention and other financial crime
controls.

Audit Reporting & Remediation:

Prepare clear, concise and evidence-based audit reports outlining findings, root
causes, risk implications and practical recommendations.
Engage process owners and Management on findings and agree appropriate
corrective actions.
Maintain the audit issues register and independently monitor remediation to
ensure actions are completed effectively and on time.
Escalate significant, overdue or unresolved high-risk issues to Management and
the Board Audit & Risk Committee.

External Audit & Assurance Coordination:

Serve as the key liaison with external auditors, coordinating audit requests,
documentation, meetings and access to information.
Coordinate responses to external audit findings and monitor implementation
of agreed management actions.
Support effective coordination between internal and external assurance
activities, including sharing relevant audit reports and reducing duplication of
work.

Key qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management or a related field.
Professional certification in CIA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent; CIA qualification is
highly desirable.
5+ years’ relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, risk or assurance.
Demonstrated experience conducting financial, operational and compliance
audits.
Practical experience in AML/CFT, fraud risk, financial crime controls, risk
management and regulatory compliance.
Experience in fintech, payments, banking, financial services or another
regulated environment is highly desirable.
Strong analytical, report-writing, communication and stakeholder
management skills.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound professional judgement and
translate audit findings into practical, actionable improvements.

Internal Auditor – Finance & Compliance