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Internal Auditor

Remote from Spain·Added yesterday (last checked 4 Nov)

Elesta

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Work mode: Remote from Spain
English: Required
Other languages: Russian
Experience: 3+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance

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What you'll get

Fully remote work, giving you the freedom to work from anywhere while being part of a world-class, high-performance team.
Medical insurance coverage to support your well-being and peace of mind.
Fully sponsored international team-building once per year in stunning destinations around the world.
An independent role with a direct reporting line to the UBO and real impact on how the family office operates.

The role

Internal Audit is a separate, independent function. It reviews the work of all departments of the Family Office, including Finance, and reports directly to the UBO. Its job is to give the family independent assurance that money is spent as intended, controls work and manages risks. You will join the Internal Audit team led by the Head of Internal Audit.

Responsibilities

Plan and perform risk-based audits of all departments and entities: finance and accounting, procurement and vendor management, expenses and corporate cards, payroll and HR, treasury and payments, operations, property and asset management, IT access and data security
Test the design and operating effectiveness of controls, including compliance with the Delegation of Authority and internal policies
Analyse full populations of transactions to detect anomalies, duplicates, conflicts of interest and fraud red flags
Write clear audit reports in English (findings, root causes, risk ratings, practical recommendations) and agree action plans with process owners
Report audit results and the status of agreed actions directly to the UBO, together with the Head of Internal Audit
Perform ad-hoc reviews and investigations requested by the UBO
Contribute to the annual risk assessment and audit plan approved by the UBO; advise on control improvements (management remains the owner of processes and controls)
Lead audits end-to-end, coordinate external advisors, review the work of colleagues, and present results to the UBO

Requirements

Fluent English and Russian, both written and spoken
Higher education in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Law
3-5 years in internal audit, external audit, or risk advisory (Big4 / Tier-2 or in-house). At least 2 years leading audits (preferable)
Clear understanding of internal audit independence and the Three Lines Model; experience auditing both finance and non-finance functions
Solid knowledge of accounting (IFRS), internal control frameworks (COSO), and IIA Standards
Strong Excel and data analysis skills; SQL / Power BI is a plus
CIA, ACCA, CPA, CFE or CISA - an advantage
High integrity, absolute confidentiality, and the courage to challenge senior management
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced team

About Elesta

Elesta is a family office that provides comprehensive personal and household management services for ultra-high-net-worth families. The company handles a wide range of tasks including property management, travel coordination, event planning, and personal assistance, ensuring that the families they serve can focus on their professional and personal lives without administrative burdens. Elesta operates with a boutique, high-touch service model, tailoring its support to the specific needs of each client family.

In Spain, Elesta is based in Barcelona and serves an international clientele, which makes the working environment particularly relevant for multilingual professionals. The company's roles, such as Traveling Nanny, Traveling Tutor, and Traveling Butler, require fluency in both Spanish and English, and involve significant international travel, making it an attractive option for globally-minded candidates. The work culture emphasizes discretion, adaptability, and a high degree of personal responsibility.

Employees: 25
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

All open roles require bilingual fluency in Spanish and English, making it accessible for international candidates.
The Traveling Nanny and Traveling Butler roles involve significant international travel, often accompanying families on trips.
The company serves ultra-high-net-worth families, offering a premium, discreet service environment.
Based in Barcelona, the company offers a lifestyle-oriented work model with flexible, seasonal schedules.

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About the company & team

We are a private UHNWI Family Оffice supporting a family and its business and personal assets across several jurisdictions: holding and operating companies, real estate and other private assets, and household operations. We are an international team, working remotely.

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