Operational Senior Audit Manager, LACC

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operational Senior Manager, LACC, to oversee the execution of the operational audit portfolio within the Latin American and Caribbean market at OKX.

The role is responsible for overseeing and executing internal audit projects, including risk-based audits, process evaluations, and control assessments to identify operational efficiencies and areas for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Work with Internal Audit leadership and business stakeholders to build risk-based and regulatory-focused audit plans aligning to company priorities.
• Manage end-to-end audits, reviews, and consulting projects.
• Ensure audits follow professional standards and internal policies.
• Create and maintain documentation including reviewing and/or preparing process flowcharts and testing procedures for key controls.
• Recommend corrective actions and partner with control owners to ensure timely resolution of control deficiencies.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports and present findings to senior leadership and business owners.
• Apply data-driven techniques to enhance audit effectiveness and identify control improvement opportunities.
• 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 internal audit team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field; a master's degree and professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA) will be preferred.
• Internal audit experience in a supervisory or managerial role, preferably within the cryptocurrency, technology, fintech, or financial services sectors.
• 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.
• Industry experience with best practices within a regulated financial service firm, consumer protection acts, and trading risks preferred.
• 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.
• 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).
• Proficiency in using audit and data analysis tools (Workiva experience is a plus).
• Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
• Ability to work in a global context and coordinate with international teams.

Qualifications

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical behaviour.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with audit and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package
L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
Variety of team building programs and company events
Wellness and meal allowances
Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants