Internal Audit, Stripe

• We’re looking for a leader with audit and professional practices experience in regulated environments
• Experience: 10-15 years in internal audit, with substantial time in a management or leadership capacity, including direct experience with conducting process and control-based audits in complex environments
• Expertise: Deep knowledge and experience in developing risk-based audit methodologies and audit standards, including risk assessments, annual planning, risk and control frameworks, Board and management reporting, and quality assurance practices
• Leadership: Demonstrated success in project management and coordinating/integrating efforts across multiple audit groups
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the audit and banking/financial industry, along with associated risks
• Strategic Thinking: Experience in developing and implementing audit strategies and frameworks aligned with organizational goals
• Technical Proficiency: Solid grasp of internal audit standards, risk management, internal controls, and relevant technologies
• Certifications: CPA, Chartered Accountant, and/or CIA or IIA certification or other relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CISM, or CMA)

Desirable

• Our IA team is responsible for providing an independent and objective assessment of Stripe’s operations, risk management, and governance processes
• We help increase Stripe's effectiveness and efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and ensuring that controls are in place to mitigate the most important risks
• We also assist as an advisory partner by conducting targeted analyses, model evaluations, systems design assessments, and policy reviews
• As a member of and in collaboration with the IA leadership team, this individual will help us build and scale a global audit program that will drive demonstrable impact benefitting the business and elevating the ambitions of Stripe
• In essence, this role will act as a central point of expertise and leadership for all matters related to internal audit methodology, quality, and professional standards within the organization
• Manage the function’s strategic planning, goal-setting, and key performance indicator reporting processes
• Develop and maintain audit methodology and support audit planning and execution
• Prepare relevant reporting to key stakeholders, including the Audit Committee, regarding audit results
• Manage the function’s budget, resource planning processes, and key vendor relationships
• Implement an internal quality assurance process and ensure department compliance with relevant regulations and professional standards (including those from the IIA)
• Lead process improvement initiatives that improve the function’s efficiency and effectiveness through process optimization and technology adoption
• Manage the team’s use of audit software and technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Mentor and train audit staff on professional practices, methodology, and relevant regulations
• Stay current with changes in regulations, professional standards, and best practices in the field of internal auditing