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Axis Pay is a fintech company operating in Egypt's non-banking financial services (NBFI) sector. The company provides a fully interoperable mobile wallet enabling users to send and receive money across any mobile wallet in Egypt, pay bills, purchase online with a virtual Visa card, and scan QR codes for in-person payments. Axis is expanding into investment and wealth management products to help users save, grow, and manage their financial futures through digital products.
The Internal Audit Manager will lead the internal audit function and provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, financial practices, and adherence to internal policies. This role reports to senior management and the Board of Directors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute the company's internal audit plan, considering identified risk areas and risk manager assessments
- Review and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems
- Assess efficiency and effectiveness of internal procedures, particularly in higher-risk areas
- Identify and report violations, control deficiencies, and non-compliance issues to the Board and senior management
- Follow up on corrective actions addressing audit findings
- Prepare periodic internal audit reports for senior management and the Board
- Review company documentation and transaction cycles; assess effectiveness of related procedures and controls
- Establish and assess controls to prevent and detect fraud and errors
- Verify accuracy and reliability of financial report information
- Coordinate with external auditors on relevant audit areas
- Provide recommendations to senior management and the Board on internal control and financial practice improvements
- Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and report outstanding issues
- Maintain independence and objectivity of the internal audit function
- Ensure compliance with company rules, policies, and procedures
Requirements:
- Relevant university degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 4 years of experience in financial markets or related fields (per FRA requirement for Internal Audit Manager)
- Strong experience in internal audit, internal controls, financial controls, and risk-based auditing
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements applicable to NBFIs
- Experience preparing audit reports for senior management and/or Boards of Directors
- Ability to successfully complete examinations and personal interview required by the FRA, where applicable
Preferred Qualifications:
- One or more professional certifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Internal Audit Practitioner, Chartered Internal Auditor, Certificate in Internal Audit and Business Risk (IIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), International Compliance Association (ICA) Certificate
- Relevant Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited university
- Other relevant certifications or training recognized by the FRA
