Internal Controls Specialist/ Manager (12 months Contract)

Overview

This role supports governance, risk, and compliance activities by conducting internal control reviews, monitoring control issues, and assisting with regulatory examinations and external audit responses.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive internal control reviews to identify risks and recommend improvements.
• Support regulatory examinations and respond to external audit inquiries.
• Monitor internal control issues and associated action plans, partnering with action owners to ensure timely closure of findings.
• Maintain and utilize Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) systems; experience with AuditBoard is a plus.
• Collaborate across functions and teams to promote a strong risk and control culture.
• Assist in continuous improvement of internal control processes and documentation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in internal audit and/or industry internal controls.
• Working experience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, with a strong understanding of Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting, including both process/business controls and IT controls.
• Experience using agentic engineering to test controls, prepare documentation, and perform analysis.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams without the need for travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in crypto, fintech, or related financial services sectors.
• Experience in both large publicly listed organizations (e.g., on the USA or UK stock exchanges) and high-growth scale-ups or startups preparing for listing.
• External audit experience.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA.
• Hands-on experience with GRC systems; familiarity with AuditBoard is an advantage.
• Multilingual candidates will be given additional consideration.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and company benefits.

Location

• Remote-first, work-from-home arrangement (may vary depending on the nature of the role and team).