Vice President of Internal Audit

About the Company
We are a next-generation digital financial services platform supporting institutional and professional market participants globally. Built on established financial infrastructure and modern technology, our platform integrates capabilities across derivatives, quantitative risk management, asset services, and clearing and settlement.
Our focus is on developing scalable financial infrastructure that enables professional clients to access efficient execution, liquidity, risk management, and asset-related services. Through modern technology, disciplined controls, and integrated operations, we aim to provide secure, reliable, and flexible solutions for sophisticated financial and enterprise customers.
Vice President of Internal Audit
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Internal Audit to lead the company’s internal audit strategy, enterprise-wide assurance activities, and internal control evaluation. This executive will help strengthen corporate governance, risk oversight, and operational effectiveness across the organization.
The VP of Internal Audit will work closely with executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and relevant governance committees to assess the effectiveness of risk management, financial controls, operational processes, and compliance-related frameworks. The role will provide independent, objective insights and recommendations to support organizational accountability and long-term resilience.
The ideal candidate will bring 20+ years of professional experience, including at least 15 years of management experience, with a substantial background in internal audit, risk assurance, financial controls, governance, or related functions. Experience leading audit organizations within financial services, fintech, or other complex operating environments is highly valued.
What You’ll Do
Internal Audit Strategy & Governance
Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit strategy aligned with corporate objectives and governance requirements.
Establish annual audit plans based on enterprise risk assessments and business priorities.
Provide independent assurance regarding the effectiveness of internal controls, governance, and risk management.
Present significant audit findings, emerging risks, and remediation progress to executive leadership and relevant Board committees.
Audit Operations & Assurance
Oversee internal audits covering financial, operational, technology, and business processes.
Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls across key organizational functions.
Establish consistent audit methodologies, documentation standards, and quality-assurance practices.
Ensure audit engagements are conducted objectively, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable professional standards.
Risk Management & Internal Controls
Assess control frameworks covering financial reporting, treasury, operations, technology, and other material risk areas.
Partner with Risk, Compliance, Finance, Technology, and Operations to identify control gaps and improvement opportunities.
Monitor remediation plans and evaluate the timely resolution of significant audit findings.
Identify emerging risks and recommend improvements to strengthen the company’s control environment.
Financial & Operational Audit
Oversee audits of accounting, financial reporting, expense management, and financial operations.
Evaluate operational efficiency, process integrity, and adherence to established policies.
Review controls associated with liquidity, capital management, asset services, and relevant financial activities.
Provide management with practical recommendations to improve operational performance and control effectiveness.
Technology & Data Assurance
Lead or oversee audit coverage of technology infrastructure, information security, data governance, and technology-related controls.
Assess the effectiveness of IT general controls and relevant technology risk-management processes.
Collaborate with technology and security teams to evaluate control maturity and remediation initiatives.
Promote appropriate use of data analytics to strengthen audit coverage and identify potential control issues.
Audit Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Build and lead a high-performing internal audit organization.
Establish team objectives, performance standards, professional development, and succession planning.
Coordinate with external auditors and other assurance providers to support appropriate audit coverage.
Maintain professional relationships with executive leadership, Board committees, and senior business stakeholders.
Qualifications
20+ years of professional experience in internal audit, risk assurance, financial controls, governance, or related fields.
15+ years of management experience, including substantial leadership responsibility within internal audit or related assurance functions.
Proven experience developing and executing risk-based internal audit strategies in complex organizations.
Strong expertise in internal controls, audit methodologies, enterprise risk management, and corporate governance.
Demonstrated experience leading financial, operational, and technology-related audit activities.
Experience presenting audit findings, control assessments, and remediation updates to executive leadership or Board-level committees.
Strong understanding of financial services, fintech, institutional markets, or other highly regulated or complex business environments preferred.
Experience managing audit teams, developing talent, and establishing quality-assurance processes.
Excellent analytical, communication, reporting, and stakeholder-management capabilities.
Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CISA, or a relevant equivalent is preferred, where applicable.
Ability to maintain independence, professional objectivity, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Risk Management, or a related discipline is a plus.
Why Join Us
Executive-level opportunity to shape internal audit strategy and enterprise-wide assurance capabilities.
Opportunity to strengthen governance, internal controls, and risk oversight within a growing financial technology organization.
Direct engagement with executive leadership and relevant Board-level governance committees.
Cross-functional collaboration across Finance, Technology, Operations, Risk, Compliance, and Legal.
Opportunity to establish scalable audit practices and strengthen organizational accountability.
Internationally oriented environment focused on technology-enabled financial infrastructure and professional client services.
Compensation Range
Base Salary: To be determined based on experience, qualifications, location, and overall compensation structure.
Additional compensation may include performance-based annual incentives, executive bonus opportunities, and/or equity-based compensation, depending on the overall compensation structure.
Benefits
Healthcare Plans: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan: 401(k)
Life Insurance: Basic Life, Voluntary Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Professional Training & Development
Leadership Development Opportunities
Wellness Resources

Work arrangement
Yes