Audit Director, Head of LACC

1 Month ago • All levels • Auditing

Job Summary

Job Description

The Internal Audit Director, Head of LACC, will oversee the Latin America and Caribbean audit portfolio at OKX. This role involves providing expert guidance and leadership in regional internal audit activities, including risk assessment, audit planning, audit execution, and reporting of audit results. The candidate will report to the Head of Local Markets, Finance and Operations and ensure a sound foundation from a third-line of defense perspective. The role requires designing and executing the comprehensive audit strategy, assessing risk, developing audit plans, coordinating with global internal audit SMEs, delivering the LACC portfolio of audits, evaluating and improving internal governance processes, drafting audit reports, monitoring the remediation of audit issues, staying updated with industry trends, assisting with regulatory and external auditor requests, providing coaching and guidance to the LACC audit team, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in related field.
  • Internal audit experience in a supervisory or managerial role.
  • Extensive experience evaluating LACC compliance programs.
  • Proven experience leading audit engagements and managing audit teams.
  • In-depth knowledge of internal audit methodology and standards.
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Good to have:
  • Master's degree and professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA or CAMS).
  • Working knowledge of cryptocurrency exchange operations and blockchain technology.
  • Proficiency in using audit and data analysis tools (Workiva experience is a plus).
  • Familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements in LACC.
Perks:
  • Competitive total compensation package
  • L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
  • Various team building programs and company events
  • Wellness and meal allowances
  • Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependents
  • More that we love to tell you along the process!

Job Details

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe the future will be reshaped by technology. Founded in 2017, we are revolutionising world systems through our cutting-edge digital asset exchange, Web3 portal and blockchain ecosystems. We reshape the financial ecosystem by offering some of the most diverse and sophisticated products, solutions, and trading tools on the market. Trusted by more than 50 million users in over 180 countries globally, OKX empowers every individual to explore the world of Web3. With our extensive range of products and services, and unwavering commitment to innovation, OKX envisions a world of financial access backed by blockchain and the power of decentralised finance.

 We are innovative in the way we think, work, and in the products we create. We are also socially responsible by actively participating and encouraging employees to take part in various public welfare activities. With more than 4,000 employees around the world, we believe embracing diversity and inclusion will spark the creation of long-term value for the industry. Come Build the Future with Us now!

 

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Internal Audit Director, Head of LACC, to oversee the Latin America and Caribbean audit portfolio at OKX. In this critical role, you will provide expert guidance and leadership overseeing regional internal audit activities including risk assessment, audit planning, audit execution and reporting of audit results. Reporting to the Head of Local Markets, Finance and Operations, you will be pivotal in ensuring a sound foundation from a third-line of defence perspective. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in internal auditing within the digital assets or fintech industries and possess a comprehensive understanding of the LACC regulatory landscape, specifically with regard to internal audit mandates. This role will be based in Brazil
 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Designing and executing on the comprehensive audit strategy of the LACC audit portfolio aligned with the organisation’s objectives and internal audit professional standards.
  • Assessing risk and developing risk-based audit plans for the LACC regional audit portfolio aligned with the organisation's business goals and regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinating with global internal audit SMEs to ensure adequate coverage of LACC region’s internal audit mandates against local licensing requirements. 
  • Responsible for the delivery of a key LACC portfolio of audits.
  • Evaluating and improving upon internal governance processes.
  • Draft detailed audit reports that clearly communicate findings, recommendations, and action plans intended for senior management and the Board of Directors.
  • Monitor and follow-up with management on the remediation of audit issues and the implementation of audit recommendations.
  • Take a lead role in shaping the ongoing development and maintenance of internal controls through sharing of best practices and continuous monitoring of emerging risks, key changes to business processes, and regulatory requirements.
  • Stay 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 auditor requests and inquiries, ensuring a smooth and efficient examination and external audit process.
  • Provide coaching and guidance on the professional development of the LACC audit team. 
  • Foster strong working relationships with key stakeholders and provide advice to the LACC executive teams and boards on financial, non-financial and emerging risks relevant to the LACC region in relation to regulatory development and compliance, crypto and blockchain space.
 

What We Look For In You

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Computer Science or a related field; a master's degree and professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA or CAMS) will be preferred.
  • Internal audit experience in a supervisory or managerial role, preferably within the cryptocurrency, technology, fintech, or financial services sectors.
  • Extensive experience evaluating LACC compliance programs and executing appropriate audit plans.
  • Working knowledge of cryptocurrency exchange operations and blockchain technology is a plus.
  • Proven experience in leading audit engagements, managing audit teams, and delivering high-quality audit reports and recommendations.
  • 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.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and facilitate issue remediation.
  • Detail-oriented, risk and control mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in using audit and data analysis tools (Workiva experience is a plus).
  • Familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements per regulators for financial institutions and cryptocurrency exchanges, specifically within LACC (such as Argentina’s Comisión Nacional de Valores, the Securities Commission of the Bahamas, the Brazilian Central Bank, and El Salvadore’s Comisión Nacional de Activos Digitales).
  • Ability to work in a global context and coordinate with international teams.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical behaviour.

 

Perks & Benefits 

  • Competitive total compensation package
  • L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
  • Various team building programs and company events
  • Wellness and meal allowances 
  • Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependents 
  • More that we love to tell you along the process!

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About The Company

OKX is a world-leading digital asset exchange, providing advanced financial services to traders worldwide leveraging blockchain technology. Our platform offers spot & derivatives trading helping traders optimize their strategy. It provides a safe, reliable and stable environment for digital assets trading via web interface and mobile app by adopting GSLB, and distributed server clusters. We believe blockchain technology will eliminate barriers to transactions, increase the efficiency of transactions across society, and eventually have a significant impact on the global economy. We strive to achieve something that changes the world and never stop to innovate and improve on our customer experience.

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