Internal Audit Lead

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Internal Audit Expert to join our global internal audit function. This role will be responsible for developing and executing risk-based audit plans, leading end-to-end internal audit engagements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of financial services, cryptocurrency, and blockchain, with proven ability to provide assurance to senior management and the Board on governance, risk, and controls.

Audit Strategy & Planning

• Design and execute comprehensive risk-based internal audit plans aligned with organizational strategy, regulatory requirements, and emerging risks.
• Evaluate governance frameworks, risk management processes, and internal controls across operational, financial, and compliance areas.

Audit Execution & Reporting

• Lead and oversee internal audit engagements, ensuring delivery in accordance with IIA standards and internal audit methodology.
• Draft high-quality audit reports that clearly communicate findings, root causes, and practical recommendations to management and the Board.
• Monitor and follow-up on remediation of audit issues, driving timely implementation of corrective actions.

Innovation & Analytics

• Leverage data analytics, including SQL-based data extraction and analysis, as well as AI-driven tools and techniques, to enhance audit testing, continuous monitoring, and risk assessment processes.
• Apply advanced analytics (e.g., anomaly detection, predictive modeling) to identify patterns, outliers, and emerging risks more effectively.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging risks in cryptocurrency, DeFi, and blockchain, continuously adapting audit approaches and incorporating innovative technologies (including AI/ML) into audit methodologies.

Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g. Compliance, Risk and Finance) across global functions to foster transparency and effective risk management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; CPA, CIA, CISA or other relevant certifications preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal auditing or compliance experience in financial services, fintech, or cryptocurrency sectors.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management practices, and IIA auditing standards.
• Experience leading regulatory or external audit reviews, with proven ability to manage complex, cross-border audits.
• Strong knowledge of cryptocurrency exchange operations, blockchain, and related regulatory frameworks (global & regional).
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Proficient in Chinese and English for business usage.

Why Join Us
At the company, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment.
Our benefits include:

• Study Growth Fund: We support your professional development and continuous learning.
• Internal Events: Participate in regular team-building activities, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and innovation.
• Global Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, international team, working alongside colleagues from around the world.
• Career Advancement: Access opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly expanding global company.
• Internal Mobility: Grow with us- Your long-term development is important to us. We offer internal job opportunities to help build your career path.