Internal Auditor Job at Wave Senegal

Company: Wave
Location: Dakar, Senegal
Job Type: Full-Time
Employment Type: Permanent Position
Industry: Financial Services / FinTech / Banking
Department: Internal Audit & Risk Management

Job Overview

Wave is seeking a proactive and highly analytical Internal Auditor to support operational excellence, compliance, risk management, and financial integrity within its growing operations in Senegal. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with strong backgrounds in internal audit, banking operations, compliance, financial risk assessment, fraud investigation, governance, and regulatory compliance.

The selected candidate will lead audit missions, strengthen internal controls, investigate operational risks, and provide strategic recommendations to improve efficiency and accountability as the company continues to scale rapidly. This role reports directly to the Audit Committee and requires occasional travel to field locations.

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About the Company

Wave is one of Africa’s leading financial technology (FinTech) companies focused on improving access to affordable and reliable financial services. Through innovation in mobile money, digital payments, financial inclusion, and banking technology, the company continues to expand rapidly across African markets.

The company is committed to maintaining strong internal governance systems, operational transparency, regulatory compliance, and effective risk management practices.

Job Description

The Internal Auditor will play a critical role in assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, conducting investigations, mitigating operational risks, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The role requires a professional capable of evaluating financial systems, compliance frameworks, operational efficiency, governance structures, and fraud prevention mechanisms.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Audit & Risk Assessment

• Develop and implement a comprehensive internal audit plan aligned with business objectives and organizational risks.
• Conduct internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance, compliance procedures, and operational processes.
• Review financial operations, accounting systems, internal procedures, and business controls to identify weaknesses and improvement opportunities.
• Evaluate compliance with company policies, financial regulations, and audit standards.

Fraud Investigation & Compliance Monitoring

• Conduct detailed investigations into suspected fraud, misconduct, financial irregularities, operational breaches, and compliance concerns.
• Prepare investigation reports and recommend corrective and preventive measures.
• Collaborate with legal teams, regulatory authorities, and law enforcement agencies when required.
• Monitor compliance with WAEMU regional financial regulations, banking policies, and internal corporate standards.

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Reporting & Process Improvement

• Prepare detailed audit reports, compliance findings, recommendations, and risk assessments.
• Develop corrective action plans and monitor implementation progress.
• Recommend process improvements, operational efficiencies, and stronger control systems to improve business performance.
• Stay updated with industry trends, regulatory requirements, compliance standards, and emerging risks in the financial sector.

Education Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• A Secondary Degree / Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Finance
  • Accounting
  • Risk Management
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Or a related field

Additional certifications in Internal Audit, Financial Risk Management, Compliance, Fraud Investigation, Accounting, or Corporate Governance will be considered an advantage.

Experience Requirements

Candidates must have:

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in:
  • Internal Audit
  • Risk Management
  • Banking Operations
  • Financial Compliance
  • Corporate Governance
  • Financial Institutions or Banking Environments
• Previous experience working in an international company or multinational environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience conducting technical investigations, compliance reviews, fraud assessments, and internal control evaluations.

Required Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and investigative skills
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Deep understanding of risk management frameworks and internal control systems
• Knowledge of financial compliance regulations and audit standards
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Ability to work independently and manage confidential investigations
• Capacity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Language Requirements

Candidates must be:

• Fluent in French
• Fluent in English

Multilingual communication skills in an international business setting will be advantageous.

Additional Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Valid work authorization in Senegal
• Willingness to travel to field locations as required
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly growing environment

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Competitive remuneration package (salary details not publicly disclosed and will be discussed during the hiring process).

Potential benefits may include:

• Professional audit and compliance training
• Career growth in the FinTech and banking industry
• Exposure to international financial operations
• Leadership development and governance experience
• Performance-based career advancement opportunities

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Work Location

Location: Dakar, Senegal
The role is primarily office-based with travel to field locations depending on audit and operational requirements.

Why Join Wave?

Joining Wave offers professionals an opportunity to contribute to a high-growth FinTech organization transforming financial accessibility in Africa. Employees gain exposure to banking technology, financial risk management, internal audit systems, digital finance innovation, compliance frameworks, and multinational operations while helping shape a culture of transparency and accountability.