Internal Audit Manager

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

📋 Description

• Strategize and implement risk-focused audits across financial, operational, and technological sectors in accordance with the internal audit plan.

• Formulate audit scopes based on enterprise risk evaluations and emerging challenges.

• Conduct walkthroughs and manage fieldwork using structured testing, sampling, and evidence standards.

• Supervise audit working papers and workflow documentation to meet professional criteria.

• Assess the efficiency of internal controls and risk management practices throughout processes and systems.

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

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

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

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

• Offer independent assurance regarding new initiatives, system implementations, and the adoption of emerging technologies.

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

• Deliver practical, risk-based recommendations and manage remediation tracking until completion.

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

• Foster a robust risk and control culture organization-wide through audit engagements and awareness initiatives.

• Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging risks, and regulatory frameworks.

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

⛳️ Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience in internal audit or assurance across financial, operational, and technology risk areas.

• Experience with Big 4 or top-tier consulting firms is highly desirable.

• CPA or CIA certification is mandatory; CISA, CISM, or similar certifications are strongly preferred.

• 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.

• Exceptional critical thinking and analytical abilities, with a talent for translating 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 excel in a fast-paced, remote-first setting.

🏝️ Benefits

• Healthcare

• Professional development opportunities