Internal Audit Manager, Compliance

September 15, 2024
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Job Description

Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

We are working to build innovative products and technologies that support our mission of offering honest financial products to improve lives! We are looking for an experienced Internal Audit Manager, Compliance to contribute to the ongoing development of the Internal Audit (IA) function and to Affirm’s efforts to achieve its business objectives. The Internal Audit Manager, Compliance will report to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit and will work alongside all members of the Internal Audit team in conducting audits and reviews to impact and influence positive business outcomes!

What You’ll Do

  • Work with business partners, including product, operations, compliance, analytics and technology leaders across the company to perform various assessments.
  • Help enhance and mature to Affirm’s Internal Audit strategy and roadmap.
  • Assist in the implementation of processes and tools supporting Professional Practices.
  • Assist in multiple administrative functions including (but not limited to) scheduling of resources, management of co-sourced audit relationships, and oversight of budget.
  • Manage and execute audits focused on US and International regulations/programs including but not limited to; BSA/AML, UDAAP, FCRA, Fair Lending, GDPR, FDCPA, ESG,  etc. 
  • Ensure overall quality and consistency of audit work, and adherence to department and professional standards for audits. 
  • Manage audits by leading a team in identifying and analyzing risks, planning and prioritizing the audit work, conducting interviews, observing operations, documenting and analyzing procedures and controls, developing audit recommendations, reviewing identified issues with appropriate management, and preparing audit reports.
  • Actively assist in developing, and mentoring auditors. Cultivate and maintain a healthy environment and strong group morale.
  • Assess new products, systems, databases or changes to existing processes to identify compliance risks before launch, providing recommendations for improvement
  • Continue to develop and expand knowledge of the audit profession, our industry, and Affirm products and information through self-study, research, and continuing education efforts
  • Align with applicable federal & state, and international  laws and regulatory guidelines and Affirm’s policies and procedures
  • Maintain a regulatory compliance risk mindset  to understand underlying risks and weaknesses to properly mitigate such risks 

What We Look For

  • 7+ years of industry (internal audit) and consulting experience with a focus on audits associated with compliance, operations and strategy.
  • Experience with similar internal control or internal audit roles in financial services organizations or with Big 4 audit firms highly preferred
  • Bachelors in Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Engineering or other related fields. Appropriate certifications  are preferred (i.e. CIA, CPA, CAMS, CRCM, etc.).
  • Proven experience managing a portfolio of audits, concurrent oversight and execution of multiple projects.
  • Experience with and knowledge of Compliance risk, controls and regulatory expectations for banking regulations and financial markets.
  • Experience leading integrated audits that address a combination of financial/operational and technology objectives.
  • Proven experience, skills and knowledge with IIA and ISACA Professional Practices and Standards.
  • Written/verbal skills and experience appropriate to executive and board level reporting and presentation.
  • Experience in Financial Services, Lending and SaaS or technology related companies is highly preferred.

Base Pay Grade – L

Equity Grade – 6

Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.
Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)

USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $160,000 – $210,000

USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $142,000 – $192,000

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

#LI-Remote

 

Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.

We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include: 

  • Health care coverage – Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents 
  • Flexible Spending Wallets – generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
  • Time off – competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge
  • ESPP – An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount

We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.

[For U.S. positions that could be performed in Los Angeles or San Francisco] Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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