Manager, Internal Audit

The Role

Key Responsibilities

• As the primary Internal Audit point of contact for Checkout MENA, your key responsibilities will include:
• 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. Supports Quality Assurance processes in preparation of Internal & External Quality Reviews.
• 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.