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Internal Auditor

Wave

Posted 3 months agoDakar, Senegal

Location

Dakar, Senegal

Job Type

Full-time

Experience

Senior

Category

Banking & Finance

Job Description

Wave is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Internal Auditor to ensure operations meet the highest standards of compliance, efficiency, and risk management. You will lead audit missions, provide valuable insights to strengthen internal controls, and help foster a culture of accountability as Wave scales rapidly. You will report directly to the Audit Committee and play a key role in driving operational excellence. This is a permanent position based in Dakar with travel to field locations. Prepare investigative reports, recommend corrective actions, and collaborate with law enforcement and legal authorities as necessary.
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Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in risk management, internal audit, or related fields in a bank or financial institution.
  • Secondary degree in Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Business and Economics, or a comparable field.
  • Excellent analytical skills and a taste for in-depth technical investigation.
  • Fluent in French and English.
  • Proven experience with an international company or have worked internationally.
  • Work authorization in Senegal required.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive internal audit plan based on the company's objectives and risks.
  • Conduct internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Review financial, operational, and compliance processes to identify control weaknesses or areas for improvement.
  • Conduct thorough investigations into suspected fraud, misconduct, or irregularities.
  • Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting findings, recommendations, and action plans.
  • Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards in the WAEMU region and ensure company compliance.
  • Recommend process improvements and control enhancements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • Generous health insurance for yourself and your dependents.
  • 26 weeks parental leave for mothers, 4 weeks for fathers, plus subsidized childcare.
  • Gym membership and fitness class subsidies.
  • Airtime reimbursement.
  • Free food and a beautiful office space.

How to Apply

Fill out the application form on Wave's careers page and upload a resume in English and a cover letter.