Head of Data Analytics & Innovation, OKX
Internal Audit
$219-262k
Office located in San Jose, CA
Cryptocurrency trading app
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Cryptocurrency trading app
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$219-262k
Office located in San Jose, CA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To eliminate financial barriers, evolve the global economy, and change the world for better.
Role
Who you are
- Experience: 10+ years of experience in audit, data analytics, or related fields, with at least 5 years in a leadership role at a leading global financial institution, fintech, or Big 4 firm. Proven experience implementing data analytics programs in an audit or risk management environment. Experience in crypto, digital assets, or blockchain is a plus
- Expertise: Strong proficiency in analytics tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL, Tableau, Power BI). Familiarity with advanced technologies, such as machine learning, AI, RPA, and blockchain. Knowledge of data governance, data quality, and data security principles
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Communication: Exceptional ability to articulate complex ideas to diverse audiences, including regulators, senior leadership, and boards
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Certifications: One or more of the following or related certifications: Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), Tableau Desktop Specialist or Tableau Certified Data Analyst; Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certification; SAS Certifed Data Scientist. CPA, CIA, CISA, CFA or similar credentials are a plus
What the job involves
- The Head of Data Analytics & Innovation (Audit) is a strategic leadership role responsible for leveraging data analytics, advanced technologies, and innovative practices to enhance the audit function
- This individual will design and implement data-driven solutions to improve risk identification, audit efficiency, and decision-making
- The role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration with audit and business leaders
- This role plays a critical role in transforming the audit function to meet the demands of a data-driven and technology-enabled business environment
- This leader will ensure the organization is equipped to proactively identify risks, improve decision-making, and enhance audit efficiency through the use of data and innovation
- Develop and execute the vision and strategy for integrating data analytics and innovation into the audit functions
- Partner with senior audit and business leaders to identify opportunities for data-driven enhancements in audit planning, execution, and reporting
- Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the audit department
- Design, implement, and manage data analytics tools and methodologies to identify risks, trends, and anomalies across key business areas
- Drive the use of advance analytics (e.g., predictive analytics, machine learning, AI) to enhance audit capabilities
- Oversee the development of data visualization dashboards and reports to present audit findings in a clear and actionable manner
- Introduce cutting-edge technologies and tools to improve audit effectiveness, such as robotic process automation (RPA), natural language processing (NLP), and blockchain analytics
- Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to automate routine audit tasks and increase audit scope
- Lead pilot projects and proofs of concept to assess the viability of innovative approaches
- Enhance risk assessment processes using data-driven insights and innovative techniques
- Collaborate with audit teams to prioritize high-risk areas and provide targeted recommendations for improvement
- Ensure the integration of data analytics into enterprise-wide risk management strategies
- Build and lead a team of data analytics and innovative professionals within the audit function
- Provide training and mentorship to audit staff to enhance their data literacy and analytics capabilities
- Collaborate with IT, Risk Management, and other departments to ensure alignment and integration of data analytics initiatives
- Ensure that data analytics and innovation initiatives comply with regulatory requirements and align with industry standards
- Support external regulatory inquiries by providing data-driven evidence and insights
- Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of data analytics and innovation on audit outcomes
- Continuously monitor and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of analytics-driven audit processes
Our take
While cryptocurrency holds the promise of freedom in personal finances and the possibility of large financial rewards through trading, it can be intimidating to get started. OKX, a long-standing crypto currency exchange, exists to solve that problem, removing the knowledge barriers to cryptocurrency trading with an easy-to-use, all in one platform.
OKX is one of the larger cryptocurrency exchanges, though it is a bit smaller than the market leaders Binance and Coinbase Exchange. Where it shines is in the sheer range of its services which are designed to be versatile enough for any user, ranging from a crypto exchange to NFT and decentralized finance investment products. With a reputation for security and reliability, it has a userbase of over 50+ million active accounts in over 180 countries.
OKX is using its structural position in cryptomarkets to help support the entire sector, announcing a market recovery fund to protect crypto firms facing collapse following the FTX crisis. Additionally, it is expanding into Web3 gaming with a 2023 partnership with Thirdverse, further increasing the scope of its offering to its client base. As long as it can continue to weather the tough market conditions for cryptocurrency it should maintain its excellent position to continue its growth.
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Company benefits
- Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, vision, disability & life insurance.
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus Program paid in BTC
- More surprises when you join!
Company values
- WE before Me
- Get things done
- Do the right thing
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Leadership
Star Xu
(Founder & CEO)Previously an Engineer at Yahoo before becoming the Chief Technology Officer at DocIn. They later founded OKX and has recently reclaimed the title of CEO
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