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Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Svizra
Remote only
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Internal Auditor based in Switzerland.
This is a strategic opportunity to help establish and develop an internal audit function within a fast-growing, global technology organization.
Reporting directly to the CFO, you will shape audit processes, controls, risk frameworks, and reporting practices across multiple international entities.
You will own the end-to-end internal audit cycle, from risk assessment and planning through testing, reporting, and remediation.
The role combines hands-on audit execution with strategic thinking and close collaboration with senior leadership and operational stakeholders.
You will help build scalable processes that support international growth while strengthening risk management, governance, and operational effectiveness.
The environment is highly distributed, technology-focused, and designed for professionals who value autonomy, curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
The position can be performed remotely within the Americas or EMEA time zones, with the option for office-based work in London and periodic international travel.
Establish, develop, and maintain the infrastructure supporting the internal audit function, including templates, risk registers, reporting processes, and audit documentation.
Own the full internal audit lifecycle, including risk-based planning, walkthroughs, control testing, evidence gathering, documentation, reporting, and follow-up.
Assess global policies, procedures, and operational processes to identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and areas of elevated risk.
Partner with process owners and operational stakeholders to develop scalable improvements and drive corrective actions through to completion.
Deliver clear, actionable insights to senior leadership regarding risk exposure, control effectiveness, and opportunities for improvement.
Develop risk-based audit programs aligned with organizational priorities and monitor remediation activities to ensure identified issues are appropriately addressed.
Collaborate with stakeholders on new initiatives to ensure appropriate risk mitigation and control considerations are incorporated from the outset.
Report on internal audit activities, findings, and remediation progress to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.
Contribute to the continued modernization and automation of audit processes within a complex, globally distributed technology environment.
Strong academic background, with an undergraduate degree in business, finance, economics, technology, or another quantitative discipline.
Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CA, CPA, or an equivalent recognized credential.
Previous professional experience working within an internal audit function, including hands-on experience with audit planning, control testing, documentation, and reporting.
Experience operating in a complex, international or multilayered business environment.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to understand complex processes and identify meaningful risks and control improvements.
Excellent written and verbal English, including strong presentation and stakeholder-communication skills.
Confidence to challenge constructively, exchange feedback, hold stakeholders accountable, and communicate ideas clearly and respectfully.
Strong interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, self-motivation, and a high degree of personal accountability.
A results-oriented approach and demonstrated ability to take ownership, meet commitments, and deliver high-quality work.
Ability to work effectively in a distributed environment with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple countries and time zones.
Willingness to travel internationally approximately 2–4 times per year for company events lasting up to two weeks.
Experience in the software or technology sector, public-company finance and reporting, or leadership is considered an additional asset.
Remote-first working environment with the opportunity to work from the Americas or EMEA time zones.
Option for office-based work in London, UK.
Compensation tailored to geographic location, experience, and performance.
Performance-driven annual bonus or commission in addition to base compensation.
Bi-annual compensation reviews.
Annual personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000.
Company recognition and rewards programs.
Up to 40 days of annual leave, including public holidays and company-wide holiday periods.
Maternity and paternity leave.
Team Member Assistance Program and wellness platform.
Opportunities to travel internationally and meet colleagues at in-person company events.
Priority Pass lounge access for eligible business travel.
Inclusive workplace with support for reasonable travel accommodations where required.