Senior Internal Auditor

## About the Role The Senior Internal Auditor will play a critical role in supporting the Internal Audit function at Mercury, contributing to the development and execution of the annual audit plan. This involves identifying, analyzing, and assessing risk throughout the organization, as well as collaborating with external partners and third parties. The successful candidate will become a subject matter expert on Mercury's operations and compliance obligations, working closely with various teams to drive audits and ensure the effectiveness of internal controls. As a key member of the Internal Audit team, the Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for scoping and planning complex audits, leading audit teams, and coaching team members. This role requires a deep understanding of financial services regulations, risk management standards, and the ability to conduct thorough process walkthroughs and audit testing. The ideal candidate will have experience working with financial services companies, a working knowledge of laws and regulations, and the ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams. The Internal Audit function at Mercury is essential to upholding the trust and safety of the company's banking platform. By joining this team, the Senior Internal Auditor will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's operations and compliance, contributing to the development of a robust and effective internal control environment. ## What You Will Do - Assist in identifying, analyzing, and assessing risk throughout Mercury - Contribute to the development of the annual audit plan - Scope and plan multiple audits across Mercury products and operations - Conduct process walkthroughs and execute audit testing to confirm the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls - Assess compliance with Mercury's compliance obligations - Socialize, document, and report audit issues identified - Collaborate with teams to develop appropriate action plans, track audit issue remediation, and conduct issue follow-up testing - Lead audit teams and coach team members - Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and third parties - Stay up-to-date with changing regulations and industry standards - Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned ## What We Are Looking For - Experience scoping and planning new, complex audits - Experience leading audit teams and coaching team members - Comfort conducting walkthroughs, creating audit test plans, and executing internal controls testing - Experience working with financial services companies - Working knowledge of laws, regulations, and risk management standards for financial services - Experience in auditing BSA/AML/Sanctions compliance, payments (wires/ACH), and/or Card products - Ability to quickly grasp and understand complex business processes - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to manage own schedule to ensure deadlines are met - Self-starter with a willingness to innovate and think differently ## Nice to Have - Experience with data analytics and auditing tools - Certification in internal auditing (CIA) or a related field - Experience working in a fintech environment - Knowledge of Canadian financial services regulations - Experience with agile audit methodologies ## Benefits and Perks - Competitive base salary - Equity (stock options) - Comprehensive benefits package - Opportunities for professional growth and development - Flexible working hours and remote work arrangements - Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools - Collaborative and dynamic work environment - Recognition and reward programs

- To stand out in your application, emphasize your experience in financial services and risk management, and highlight your ability to lead audit teams and coach team members.

• Make sure to review Mercury's products and operations to understand the company's unique challenges and opportunities.
• In your interview, be prepared to discuss your approach to scoping and planning complex audits, and provide examples of your experience in executing internal controls testing.
• Consider obtaining certifications in internal auditing (CIA) or a related field to demonstrate your expertise and commitment to the profession.
• When negotiating your salary, research the market rate for Senior Internal Auditors in the fintech industry and be prepared to discuss your expectations and requirements.
• Be aware of the company's expectations for remote work arrangements and flexible working hours, and be prepared to discuss your ability to work independently and manage your time effectively.