Senior Internal Auditor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +17 more locations.

📋 Description

• Plan and execute regulatory and operational audits regarding financial, operational, and compliance controls for Circle and its subsidiaries, encompassing Circle National Trust.

• Oversee audit projects from the initial strategic planning and scoping phase through fieldwork, reporting, and tracking remediation.

• Work in collaboration with first- and second-line risk functions to sustain an accurate risk profile.

• Create and enhance internal audit frameworks, methodologies, and assurance processes.

• Perform risk-based operational audits to evaluate compliance and internal controls.

• Conduct client interviews and review documentation to guide scoping and testing efforts.

• Analyze process and system documentation to assess the design and operational effectiveness of controls.

• Develop and implement fieldwork testing strategies, which include substantive tests and comprehensive working papers.

• Assess control deficiencies, identify their root causes, and suggest remediation and control rationalization, incorporating automation and generative AI where applicable.

• Partner with management and first- and second-line risk functions to present findings, monitor corrective actions, and assist in control implementation.

• Create and advocate for generative AI tools like Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini to enhance audit workflows and boost testing efficiency.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of auditing experience, which includes public accounting or internal audit within financial services, payments, or technology sectors.

• Knowledge of regulatory banking standards concerning reserve, capital, and liquidity management, along with reporting and control compliance.

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks relevant to financial services operations, including AML/CFT, sanctions, and consumer protection.

• Strong grasp of audit principles, risk assessment, and audit documentation practices.

• Experience in auditing cloud-native environments and understanding of cloud control frameworks.

• Awareness of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency-related risks in relation to control environments.

• Capability to analyze intricate information, formulate practical testing strategies, and work autonomously to achieve deadlines.

• Familiarity with generative AI models, including Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini, along with prompt development skills.

• CIA or equivalent certification is preferred.

• Experience with AuditBoard or other audit management tools is preferred.

• Familiarity with Slack, Apple MacOS, and GSuite is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work environment.

• Inclusive workplace.

• Interview accommodations and assistance for candidates with disabilities.

• Equal opportunity employment.