Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor – AntBank / Ant Technology Limited

Company: Ant Technology Limited (AntBank)
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Position: Internal Auditor

About AntBank

Ant Technology Limited is a New Zealand fintech and technology company operating under the AntBank brand.

We are developing digital financial products and services for New Zealand and the wider Pacific market. Our key business areas include:

• Digital Wallet
• NZDR Stablecoin
• AntBank Card
• Gift Card Merchant Network
• Digital payment and merchant services
• Payment and financial technology solutions

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an Internal Auditor to strengthen our internal controls, risk management, compliance processes and operational governance.

About the Role

The Internal Auditor will independently review AntBank's business processes, financial controls, operational procedures and compliance systems.

The position will work closely with management, finance, compliance, operations and technology teams to identify risks, test internal controls and recommend practical improvements.

As AntBank operates in the fintech sector, the role will have a particular focus on financial transactions, payments, customer funds, AML/CFT processes, merchant operations, technology controls and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the company's internal audit programme and annual audit plan.
• Review financial, operational and compliance controls across the business.
• Conduct regular internal audits and prepare clear audit reports for management.
• Review payment, settlement and reconciliation processes.
• Review controls relating to the Digital Wallet, NZDR, AntBank Card and merchant services.
• Review customer and merchant onboarding procedures, including KYC and customer due diligence processes.
• Test compliance with internal AML/CFT policies and procedures.
• Review transaction monitoring and suspicious activity escalation processes.
• Review merchant onboarding, transaction processing and settlement controls.
• Check that company policies and procedures are being followed consistently.
• Review access controls, data security and other relevant technology controls with the technology team.
• Identify operational, financial, compliance and technology risks.
• Maintain an audit findings and remediation register.
• Follow up with responsible staff to ensure identified issues are corrected within agreed timeframes.
• Review the effectiveness of risk management and internal control systems.
• Assist management with preparation for external audits, regulatory reviews and compliance assessments.
• Maintain accurate audit working papers and supporting evidence.
• Provide practical recommendations to improve internal controls and reduce operational risks.
• Report significant findings and control weaknesses to senior management.

Skills and Experience

We are looking for a candidate with:

• A relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business, Risk Management or a related field.
• Previous experience in internal audit, external audit, risk, compliance or financial control.
• Good understanding of internal controls and risk management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to review financial transactions and reconciliation processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to prepare clear and professional audit reports.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate audit findings clearly and constructively with different departments.

Experience in fintech, banking, payments, remittance, digital wallets, card services, AML/CFT or other regulated financial services would be highly regarded.

Professional qualifications or progress toward qualifications such as CA, CPA, CIA or CISA would also be an advantage.

What We Offer

This position provides an opportunity to join a growing New Zealand fintech company and help build its internal audit and governance framework.

The successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of financial technology activities, including payments, digital wallets, merchant services, card-related projects and cross-border financial services.

The role will have direct involvement with senior management and will play an important part in ensuring AntBank grows with strong internal controls and appropriate risk management.

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Your CV
• A short cover letter explaining your relevant audit, risk or compliance experience
• Details of any relevant professional qualifications

Please include “Internal Auditor – AntBank” in your application.