Senior Internal Audit Manager, OKX

• The ideal candidate will assess risks, identify control gaps, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls
• Strong experience in auditing within fast-paced, tech-driven environments—especially crypto or fintech—is highly preferred
• 12+ years of relevant experience, in Finance, Finance Audit/Consulting covering Finance
• Bachelor’s degree in business management, Economics or a related field; a master's degree and professional certification will be considered a plus
• Internal audit experience (or Finance) leading and executing small to medium size audit engagements within the cryptocurrency, technology, fintech, and/or financial services sectors
• Proven experience in project management, leading complex projects and coordinating several work streams involving cross-functional and cross-discipline engagements
• Self-starter, with proven record to create execution plans, structure an implementation timeline, oversee execution and deliver results timely
• Ability to work under pressure, with agility, manage deadlines, resolve and escalate unexpected changes and requirements in a timely manner
• Strong ability to communicate (oral & written) clearly to various levels of stakeholders across different levels of organizational hierarchy and expertise. Ability to clearly articulate findings and present audit issues
• Passion for problem solving and demonstrated interest in building teams with core competencies and expertise
• In-depth knowledge of internal audit methodology, IIA internal audit standards, risk assessment and internal control frameworks
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, root causes, and propose practical solutions
• Proficiency in using audit and data analysis tools
• Ability to work in a global context and coordinate with international teams
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical behavior
• Aptitude for Technology and understanding of data governing principles and infrastructures is considered a plus
• Creative and innovative, with demonstrated ability to offer various solutions to reduce inherently high-risk areas and control breaks

Desirable

• This is an opportunity to join the Audit team as a Senior Internal Audit Manager who will lead and manage end-to-end audit reviews across our crypto operations
• This role will ensure audits are executed in accordance with professional auditing standards, internal policies, and the company's audit methodology
• Manage end-to-end audit reviews and ensure they follow professional standards, internal policies and audit methodology
• Recommend corrective actions and partner with control owners to ensure timely remediation of control deficiencies
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports and present findings to senior leadership and business owners
• Create and maintain documentation including reviewing and/or preparing process flowcharts and testing procedures for key controls
• Own and deliver the communication of status, issue, and risk disposition to all stakeholders, including senior management, on a timely basis
• Apply data-driven techniques to enhance audit effectiveness and identify control improvement opportunities
• Stay alert and up to date with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space to ensure audit processes remain relevant and effective
• Assist in responding to both regulatory and external audit requests and inquiries, ensuring smooth and efficient examination and external audit process
• Work with Internal Audit leadership and business stakeholders to build risk-based and regulatory-focused financial and operational audit plans aligning to company priorities and needs