Full-Time

Internal Audit Lead

Technology

Posted on 8/20/2024

Affirm

Affirm

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides buy now, pay later financing solutions

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$102k - $142kAnnually

+ Equity Rewards + Health Stipends + Wellness Stipends + Tech Stipends

Mid, Senior

Remote in Canada

Category
Auditing
Forensic Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
SQL
Requirements
  • At least 3-5 years of professional experience in internal or external technology audit.
  • A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in a relevant field of study (i.e., Accounting Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, etc.).
  • Preferred certification in one of the following: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Risk and Information Systems Controls (CRISC), etc.
  • Strong understanding of IT SOX processes and controls. ITGCs, ITAC and Key Report testing experience required.
  • Ability to understand sophisticated processes and summarize and document in a narrative and workflow format.
  • Strong project/task management and prioritization skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
  • Technical experience in one of more of the following disciplines: information security, data warehouses, python, SQL, DevOps or AWS is a plus.
  • Experience in FinTech, Financial Services, Retail, SaaS or technology-related companies is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the Vertical Leads, Business Stakeholders and IA Partners to assist in performing the various stages of an Internal Audit project, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
  • Support Affirms Annual SOX program by assisting with the annual risk assessment, coordinating with External and Internal Audit partners to assist with walkthroughs, documentation gathering, control testing and issue remediation.
  • Complete specific areas of an audit project using standard audit methodology to evaluate risk, determine control objectives, and verify the extent to which Affirm’s process, controls, and systems are operating as intended.
  • Assist and be an individual contributor for IA project deliverables, including scoping documentation, narratives, flowcharts, testing workpapers, etc. for internal audit projects.
  • Prepare and complete detailed audit programs for technology audits, security reviews, and business integrated audits, where IT audit support may be required.
  • Support audit issue remediation validation and closure procedures.
  • Collaborate with management and staff to acquire an understanding of relevant risks, controls, and processes.
  • Inform and communicate Internal Audit management of project status, potential roadblocks and results.
  • Operate in an ambiguous and fast-paced environment.

Affirm offers point-of-sale financing solutions as an alternative to traditional credit cards, primarily targeting consumers seeking flexible payment options and merchants wanting to provide these plans. Its main service is "buy now, pay later" (BNPL), allowing consumers to make purchases and pay over time through installment plans without hidden fees or deferred interest. Affirm partners with various merchants to integrate its payment solutions into their sales platforms, whether online or in-store, using user-friendly plugins and APIs. The company generates revenue from interest and fees on installment loans and from merchants who pay to offer Affirm's financing options. Additionally, Affirm provides a merchant dashboard for transaction processing and promotional tools to help businesses market these financing options effectively. The goal of Affirm is to enhance purchasing power for consumers while supporting merchants in increasing their sales.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.1B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-4%

1 year growth

-4%

2 year growth

-10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Affirm's partnership with Adyen opens a $185 billion market opportunity in North America.
  • Affirm's BNPL services are gaining traction among high-income consumers for larger purchases.
  • Apple's promotion of Affirm's BNPL options could increase its adoption and visibility.

What critics are saying

  • Stricter CFPB regulations on BNPL firms could impact Affirm's business model.
  • The CE 100 Index's decline reflects potential investor concerns about the BNPL sector.
  • Expansion into Canada with Adyen may expose Affirm to new regulatory challenges.

What makes Affirm unique

  • Affirm offers transparent installment loans with no hidden fees, unlike traditional credit cards.
  • Affirm partners with over 2,000 merchants, including major brands across various retail sectors.
  • Affirm's seamless integration with e-commerce platforms enhances user experience and merchant adoption.

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Benefits

Spending wallets: Access tech, food, lifestyle, and family planning wallets for your expenses

Supportive communities: Get involved with our employee resource groups and community groups

Remote-first workforce: If your role is remote, you can set up shop anywhere in your home country

Generous time off: Take the time you need when life happens

Health benefits: Get a plan that fits your needs

Mental healthcare: Take care of your mind with great mental health programs

Parental leave: Birth and non-birth parents get 18 weeks paid leave. Plus, a 4-week return-to-work transition program, at full base pay.

Compensation: We have a simple, flexible, and transparent remote-first compensation structure so you can make the best decisions for yourself and your family.

Away days: We offer 24 company-wide paid days off—which help our teams collectively pause to recharge.

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