Manager, Internal Audit
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About the Role
Checkout.com seeks an Internal Audit Manager to lead the internal audit function for MENA, developing audit plans, delivering audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations.
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Responsibilities
- Develop the annual audit plan for MENA legal entities including developing and updating the audit universe and completing risk assessment processes.
- Support the implementation and operation of the internal audit assurance framework, including development of continuous improvement monitoring and automated audit routines (using AI / Data Analytics).
- Hands on delivery and oversight of the audit plan to ensure timely and relevant audit outcomes.
- Effectively document and communicate key audit findings and identified risk exposures to senior management, regional Board and Risk Committee(s).
- Monitor the implementation of Internal Audit findings by the teams, measure the effectiveness of the improvements and report to oversight committees.
- Develop strong relationships internally and externally, including with the Board and local regulator. Be seen as a trusted advisor to the business.
- Promote and help embed a strong control culture, driving meaningful and relevant assurance programs.
- Periodically evaluate and enhance the audit methodology and tools, ensuring strict adherence to industry standards (including IIA standards), applicable regulations, and Checkout.com IA methodologies.
- Ensure the company's risk management strategy and audit activities are fully aligned with UAE regulatory expectations.
- Lead the continuous monitoring and updating of assigned risk assessments within the Continuous Risk Assessment framework.
Requirements
- University degree and minimum 12 years of audit experience in technology, fintech, payments, or regulated financial institutions within MENA.
- Proven track record in managing, leading, and delivering the audit plan.
- Subject matter expertise in auditing operational, finance, treasury, and/or compliance (AML/CFT) processes.
- Working knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks (CBUAE, DIFC, or ADGM) with direct experience interacting with entity Boards, Risk Committees, and regional regulators.
- Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CA, or CAMS.
- Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or Python).
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and reporting skills.
- Experience in people management and team leadership is highly desirable.
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Company Description
- Checkout.com is a global payments platform enabling over 10 billion transactions yearly for more than one billion shoppers.
- We are shaping the future of fintech with 20 offices across six continents and London as our HQ.
The Role
- We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Internal Audit Manager to join the Internal Audit function for Checkout MENA and report directly to the Global Head of Internal Audit.
- Based in Dubai, the role will deliver audits on various business areas, including Treasury, Finance, Operations and Compliance.
- You will act as the senior lead for Internal Audit for Checkout MENA, driving our ambitious expansion goals in a fast paced, regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop the annual audit plan for the MENA legal entities including developing and updating the audit universe and completing risk assessment processes.
- Support the implementation and operation of the internal audit assurance framework, including development of continuous improvement monitoring and automated audit routines (using AI / Data Analytics).
- Hands on delivery and oversight of the audit plan to ensure timely and relevant audit outcomes.
- Effectively document and communicate key audit findings and identified risk exposures to senior management, regional Board and Risk Committee(s).
- Monitor the implementation of Internal Audit findings by the teams, measure the effectiveness of the improvements and report to oversight committees.
- Develop strong relationships internally and externally, including with the Board and local regulator. Be seen as a trusted advisor to the business.
- Promote and help embed a strong control culture, driving meaningful and relevant assurance programs.
- Periodically evaluate and enhance the audit methodology and tools, ensuring strict adherence to industry standards (including IIA standards), applicable regulations, and Checkout.com IA methodologies.
- Ensuring the company's risk management strategy and audit activities are fully aligned with UAE regulatory expectations.
- Lead the continuous monitoring and updating of assigned risk assessments within the Continuous Risk Assessment framework to ensure timely identification of changes in MENA’s risk profiles and their seamless integration into the audit plan.
Qualifications
- A university degree and a minimum of 12 years of audit experience, with a proven track record working within technology, fintech, payments, or broader regulated financial institutions within the MENA region.
- Proven track record in managing, leading, and delivering the audit plan, including the planning, staffing, and reporting of multiple engagements.
- Subject matter expertise auditing operational, finance, treasury, and/or compliance (AML/CFT) processes.
- Working knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks (including CBUAE, DIFC, or ADGM) with direct experience interacting with entity Boards, Risk Committees, and regional regulators.
- Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) are essential.
- Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or Python) to support automated audit routines, control testing, and insights driven reporting.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and reporting skills, with the ability to summarize complex audit findings succinctly for cross functional audiences.
- Highly reliable and autonomous professional with the sound judgment needed to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines in a fast paced environment.
- Experience in people management and team leadership is highly desirable.
Additional Information
- We create the conditions for high performers to thrive, through real ownership, fewer blockers, and work that makes a difference from day one.
- Our hybrid working model offers flexibility, with three days per week in the office to support collaboration and connection.
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