Head of Internal Audit – USA

Build an independent Internal Audit function.

DApps Platform is building its U.S. organization in Los Angeles and establishing the governance, control, risk management, and operating capabilities required to support its next stage of development.

The Head of Internal Audit – USA will lead the development of an independent and risk-based Internal Audit function designed to provide objective assurance, advisory insight, and oversight of the Company's U.S. operations.

This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for helping establish the Internal Audit framework, developing audit methodologies, assessing material risks, and communicating significant findings and recommendations to senior leadership.

The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership and relevant business functions while maintaining the independence and objectivity required of Internal Audit.

Establish Internal Audit

Develop the U.S. Internal Audit function, including its charter, governance structure, methodologies, annual planning process, reporting standards, and operating model.

Risk-Based Audit Planning

Develop and maintain a risk-based audit plan that reflects the Company's evolving business model, operational risks, financial processes, technology environment, and regulatory considerations.

Governance & Controls

Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, internal controls, risk management processes, policies, procedures, and operational standards.

Audit Execution

Oversee and, where appropriate, directly participate in internal audit reviews, control assessments, process reviews, and targeted investigations.

Reporting & Recommendations

Provide clear, objective, and actionable reporting to senior leadership regarding audit findings, control gaps, risk exposures, and remediation priorities.

Remediation Oversight

Monitor management responses and remediation activities and provide appropriate follow-up reporting regarding the status of significant issues.

Leadership Partnership

Work constructively with executive leadership and business functions to strengthen processes while preserving Internal Audit's independence and objectivity.

Build for Scale

Establish audit capabilities, documentation standards, technology practices, and processes that can scale with the Company's U.S. organization.

Experience that builds confidence.

• 8+ years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk management, internal controls, compliance, governance, or a related field.
• Significant experience designing, implementing, or leading Internal Audit or risk-based assurance programs.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, internal controls, and audit methodologies.
• Experience working with senior executives and communicating complex risk and control matters clearly.
• Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate independently while building effective working relationships across the organization.
• Strong judgment, professional integrity, discretion, and commitment to objective assurance.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, or equivalent credentials are valued.

Independence

Establish an Internal Audit function that operates with appropriate independence, objectivity, and professional standards.

Visibility

Provide senior leadership with clear visibility into material risks, control effectiveness, and remediation priorities.

Scalability

Create systems and standards that can evolve as the U.S. organization grows.

Medical, Dental & Vision

Health benefit options for eligible employees, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

401(k)

Retirement savings benefits and applicable company contributions, subject to plan terms.

Paid Time Off

Paid time off designed to support sustained performance and personal well-being.

Professional Development

Support for relevant certifications, conferences, professional education, and continued development where appropriate.

Long-Term Incentives

Eligible leadership positions may include equity or other long-term incentive opportunities, subject to applicable terms and company plans.

Executive Flexibility

Additional flexibility may be considered for qualifying leadership positions based on role scope and business needs.

Flexibility with accountability.

We recognize that senior leadership does not require every responsibility to be performed from the same location every day.

Depending on business requirements, this position may support flexible working arrangements while maintaining the collaboration, accountability, confidentiality, and in-person engagement required to lead an effective Internal Audit function.

The role may involve regular interaction with senior leadership and in-person meetings in the Los Angeles area.