Our passion at SumUp is championing small businesses. We believe in creating technology that is flexible, fair, affordable and easy to use. Every day millions of people around the world dream of starting their own businesses. We strive to help them to do this. Our long-term ambition is to “close the loop” by enabling businesses to turn transactions with customers into long-term relationships.
We're looking to welcome to our team an Internal Audit Manager for the SumUp Group, based on our São Paulo office.
The ideal candidate will possess a keen understanding of operational, financial, and compliance audits, and will play an integral role in risk management and internal controls within the company. The position reports into the Global Head of Internal Audit and is crucial to strengthening SumUp's operations in Brazil.
The Internal Audit Manager will work closely with leaders across SumUp boards and audit committees to identify and mitigate risks, and provide valuable insights to improve our processes and procedures, supporting the overall business performance. You will play a critical role in delivering SumUps strategic objectives by objectively assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of governance and management of risks, giving an evidence-based opinion on all aspects of governance, risk management and internal control.
What you’ll do:
Lead and manage the internal audit function in Brazil, reporting to the Global Head of Internal Audit.
Develop a comprehensive internal audit plan for the year and conduct a thorough risk assessment.
Initiate and conduct operational, financial, and compliance audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and organizational processes.
Prepare detailed audit reports and present your findings to top management, recommending improvements where necessary.
Work closely with various departments and external auditors, fostering a culture of compliance and internal control within the organization.
Build strong relationships with key stakeholders such as the Board of Directors, Audit Committee, and Global Head of Internal Audit.
You’ll be great for this role if:
You have proven experience in an internal audit leadership role and are familiar with the Brazilian regulatory environment and internal controls.
You possess strong financial and operational audit skills, along with excellent knowledge of audit standards and risk management.
You hold a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), or CPA (Certified Public Accountant) are a plus.
You have a strong command of data analytics tools and techniques.
You showcase strong communication and interpersonal skills.
You are a person of high ethical standards and integrity with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to influence and drive change.
You are multilingual, with fluency in both Portuguese and English, and have experience working in a multinational environment.
You have strong negotiation skills and a proactive, innovative approach to problem-solving.
Why you should join SumUp
We’re a truly global team of 3000+ people from 60+ countries;
You'll have the opportunity to make an impact as we work in flat hierarchies;
You’ll receive a budget for your individual development, attending conferences, and external training;
You can truly create your own path here and help us shape the future for small merchants;
SulAmérica health insurance plan, Caju benefit (multiple possibilities: meals, culture, health), partnership for mental health activities with Zenklub, optional dental assistance, private pension plan, Gympass, life insurance
About SumUp
We believe in the everyday hero. Small business owners are at the heart of all we do, so we're creating tools that help them run their businesses. With a founder’s mentality and a 'team-first' attitude, our diverse teams across Europe, South America, and the United States work together to ensure that the small business owners we partner with can be successful doing what they love.
SumUp is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that proudly pursues and hires a diverse workforce. SumUp does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. SumUp also strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind.
SumUp will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate.
Job Application Tip
We recognise that candidates feel they need to meet 100% of the job criteria in order to apply for a job. Please note that this is only a guide. If you don’t tick every box, it’s ok too because it means you have room to learn and develop your career at SumUp.
Job Application Tip
We recognise that candidates feel they need to meet 100% of the job criteria in order to apply for a job. Please note that this is only a guide. If you don’t tick every box, it’s ok too because it means you have room to learn and develop your career at SumUp.