Internal Audit Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Portugal.

📋 Description

• Develop and implement risk-based audits across financial, operational, and technological domains, adhering to the internal audit plan.

• Create audit scopes based on enterprise risk assessments and emerging threats.

• Lead walkthroughs and manage fieldwork with structured testing, sampling, and adherence to evidence standards.

• Supervise audit working papers and workflow documentation to ensure professional standards are met.

• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management practices across various processes and systems.

• Examine governance, adherence to policies, and compliance with regulations.

• Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of key controls and identify gaps within the organization’s lines of defense.

• Analyze critical systems and platforms for control design, security, and operational integrity.

• Review application controls, access management, change management, and data integrity.

• Provide independent assurance for new initiatives, system implementations, and the adoption of emerging technologies.

• Draft audit reports and present findings to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.

• Offer practical, risk-based recommendations and oversee remediation tracking until closure.

• Collaborate with Finance, Technology, Risk, and Compliance teams to validate observations and escalate significant risks.

• Foster a robust risk and control culture across the organization through audit engagement and awareness initiatives.

• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging risks, and regulatory frameworks.

• Apply IIA standards and contribute to the advancement of audit methodologies and quality processes.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5 to 8 years of experience in internal audit or assurance, covering financial, operational, and technological risk areas.

• Background with Big 4 firms or top-tier consulting companies is highly preferred.

• CPA or CIA certification is mandatory; CISA, CISM, or similar credentials are strongly favored.

• In-depth knowledge of blockchain architecture, DeFi platforms, crypto custody models, and the associated IT control environment.

• Strong foundation in financial reporting frameworks and internal control design.

• Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks for digital assets.

• Excellent critical thinking and analytical abilities, with a talent for converting technical issues into actionable recommendations.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write audit reports for senior stakeholders.

• Demonstrated capability to work independently and achieve results in a fast-paced, remote-first setting.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Work remotely from anywhere in the world

• Collaborative global team

• Opportunities for professional development