Internal Audit Team Lead - Brazil

The primary responsibilities include ensuring compliance with GAAP standards, designing operational processes for efficiency, conducting risk assessments, developing audit plans, performing financial audits, documenting findings, and communicating results to management. Additionally, the role requires monitoring the implementation of recommendations and managing various ad hoc projects.

Candidates should have at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, complemented by over 5 years of professional experience in internal audit, particularly within financial institutions. Professional certifications like CIA or CPA are also preferred, alongside strong verbal and written English communication skills.

The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with Microsoft Teams is preferred, as the role is fully remote and effective communication tools are essential.

Yes, the Internal Audit Team Lead position at World Business Lenders is a 100% remote role, allowing you the flexibility to work from anywhere in Turkey or Latin America.

WBL promotes a collaborative and positive work culture that values team input and individual growth. The organization encourages a proactive approach to problem-solving and maintains a strong focus on ethics and compliance in financial operations.

To effectively conduct a risk assessment, I start by identifying the processes and controls in place, analyzing potential risks, and assessing their impact and likelihood. Collaborating with key stakeholders is crucial to understand real-time risks and develop actionable strategies for mitigating them.

I prefer using clear and concise reports backed by data visualizations, complemented with an executive summary. Follow-up meetings also help in discussing findings and recommendations, ensuring management understands the implications and necessary actions.

To ensure GAAP compliance, I stay up-to-date with the latest standards and regulations, utilize checklists during audits, and conduct thorough reviews of financial transactions and documentation. Regular training for my team also emphasizes the importance of these standards.

In my previous role, I uncovered a significant misclassification of expenses that violated GAAP. I documented the issue and communicated with management, leading to immediate corrective measures that involved reclassifying transactions and training staff on accurate classifications.

I have extensive experience with auditing financial statements where I analyze profit and loss accounts, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. My systematic approach ensures that every element is verified against supporting documentation and adheres to relevant standards.

I maintain a high level of attention to detail by creating structured checklists and using technology to streamline analysis. Regular breaks also help me stay focused, ensuring I don't overlook critical aspects of the data.

I utilize a combination of Excel for data analysis and reporting, alongside specialized audit software that helps in tracking compliance and documenting findings. I find that these tools enhance efficiency and accuracy in my audit processes.

In such scenarios, I prioritize open communication. I would present my findings clearly, backed by data, and listen to management's perspective. It's vital to reach a mutual understanding, and if necessary, I encourage revisiting the findings with additional information.

In my career, I have designed and evaluated internal controls critically. I assess their effectiveness regularly through audits and recommend enhancements where discrepancies or weaknesses are found, reinforcing the integrity of financial operations.

The most important quality is integrity. An Internal Audit Team Lead must be trustworthy and ethical, as they often deal with sensitive financial information. Additionally, strong communication skills and analytical thinking are crucial to effectively carry out this role.