Internal Audit Lead

Bybit is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Lead with forensic investigation expertise to join its global internal audit function. You will lead end-to-end business audit engagements across operational, financial, and business functions, and conduct fraud investigations and whistleblower cases. The role combines strong audit fundamentals with investigative rigour, requiring you to evaluate control environments and trace irregularities to their root cause.

What you'll do

• Plan and execute end-to-end risk-based audit engagements across operational, financial, and business functions
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, identifying control gaps, policy violations, and process inefficiencies
• Draft high-quality audit reports that clearly communicate findings, root causes, business impact, and actionable recommendations to management and the Board
• Monitor remediation progress and drive timely closure of audit issues
• Lead or support fraud investigations, ethics violations, and whistleblower cases, including evidence collection, interview planning, and forensic analysis of financial transactions
• Conduct deep-dive analyses of suspicious activities, tracing transaction flows, identifying anomalous patterns, and documenting evidence for management action
• Prepare investigation reports suitable for management decision-making, disciplinary proceedings, or regulatory disclosure
• Collaborate with Legal, HR, and Compliance on sensitive investigations, maintaining strict confidentiality and chain-of-custody protocols
• Partner with Compliance, Risk, Finance, and business teams to strengthen the control environment proactively
• Provide advisory input on policy design, process improvements, and anti-fraud controls

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 6 years of experience in internal audit, forensic investigation, or compliance within financial services, fintech, or cryptocurrency sectors
• Demonstrated experience conducting fraud investigations or forensic reviews, including evidence handling, interview techniques, and report writing
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management practices, and IIA auditing standards
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to present complex findings clearly to senior management
• Proficiency in Chinese and English for business usage

Nice to have

• CPA, CIA, or CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) certification
• Knowledge of cryptocurrency exchange operations, blockchain, and related regulatory frameworks

What we offer

• Study Growth Fund to support your professional development and continuous learning
• Regular team-building activities, workshops, and internal events designed to promote collaboration and innovation
• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly expanding global company
• Internal mobility and job opportunities to help build your long-term career path
• A diverse, international team working alongside colleagues from around the world

About Bybit

Established in 2018, Bybit is one of the world's leading cryptocurrency exchanges and digital financial platforms, serving over 80 million users across more than 200 countries and regions. Bybit is recognized as one of the most trusted and transparent platforms in the digital asset industry, delivering a seamless ecosystem across trading, payments, wealth management, custody, institutional services, and Web3.