Lead Internal Auditor

Better is reimagining home finance and making it faster, cheaper, and easier for everyone to become a homeowner. We leverage creative technology and innovation to make the home buying journey more approachable and understandable and home finance more affordable and accessible. Here are some interesting facts to help you get to know Better: - We’ve funded over $100 billion in loans for our customers, more than any other fintech - Yahoo! Finance - Best Mortgage Lender for First Time Homebuyers of January 2025: Best lender for quick approval - Yahoo! Finance - Best Mortgage Lenders of 2025: Best online mortgage lender - Fintech Breakthrough Award: Best Lending Innovation Award - Money Magazine - 8 Best Mortgage Lenders of 2025: Best for fast closing - We are Forbes’ Best Online Mortgage Lender for 2023 - We have raised over $1.2 billion in equity capital to transform the mortgage industry, the largest financial asset class in the world We are a place where smart, hungry, ambitious people who want to recognize their full potential thrive. A Better opportunity We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Lead internal auditor to join our company. As Lead Internal Auditor you will be tasked with providing independent and objective evaluations of company financial, regulatory compliance, and operational business activities. In this role, your duties will include assessment of business process and technology risks, development and execution of testing plans, and documentation of conclusions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of mortgage operations, regulatory frameworks (e.g., CFPB, FHA, Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac guidelines), and risk management practices. This position reports directly to the Director, Internal Audit. Responsibilities ● Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of internal audits of mortgage origination operations (loan processing, underwriting, closing, funding, and quality control) and other functional areas (Finance, Capital Markets, Risk, Legal, Human Resources, etc.) end to end. ● Conduct walkthrough meetings with business process owners and document process flowcharts. ● Use business acumen to identify key risks and perform an assessment of the design of controls to mitigate identified risks. ● Prepare testing approach and test plans of specified areas to determine the operating effectiveness of controls. ● Execute testing in accordance with audit methodology. ● Credibly challenge business control environment for alignment with the size, complexity, and risk profile of the company. ● Responsible for communicating and socializing findings and suggestions to all levels of management including C-Suite level. ● Provide quality audit reports with succinct and practical suggestions which reflect the context in which the business operates. ● Responsible for maintaining work papers (using data analytics) and evidence to support findings and recommendations. Qualifications ● Excellent communication skills ● A bachelor's degree in accounting, information technology, finance, or a related field. ● 5+years' experience working in public accounting or internal auditing. ● Strong knowledge of the International Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditing ● Basic understanding of Financial Services regulatory and supervisory requirements (e.g., CFPB, FHA, Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac guidelines) and risk management practices ● Experience working in a Fintech or Mortgage Company a plus. ● Strong work ethic and drive for constant development of self and team ● Superior analytical skills and an elevated level of attention to detail ● Ability to work with large amounts of complex operational data. ● Experience with the following systems is a plus: NetSuite, Workday, Looker, and other analytical tools. ● Experience collaborating with stakeholders across various cultures and time zones is a plus. ● Ability to work effectively in a remote environment including an on-screen presence with teammates, management, and other stakeholders. ● CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification preferred. Company Benefits In Office Perks Experience our comprehensive office perks, including daily meals and transport facility for commuting to and from the office, available for all employees coming to the office. Health & Well-being Our comprehensive medical plan is available for you, your spouse and dependents. Employees are covered under Mediclaim, Group Term life insurance and Accidental insurance. Other Perks at Better Experience flexibility with our night shift allowance, work from home allowance and transportation allowance, where applicable. We prioritize your convenience.