Internal Audit Manager

Accountabilities:

As Internal Audit Manager, you will oversee the audit lifecycle, strengthen risk management practices, and ensure that audit findings lead to meaningful improvements. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the development and annual refresh of the risk assessment process and internal audit plan, aligning priorities with the organization's evolving risk profile.

• Conduct independent audits and assessments to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and verify compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

• Manage operational, compliance, and FDICIA audits, ensuring assignments are completed according to established schedules and quality standards.

• Own assigned internal and co-sourced audits from initial scoping and planning through evidence collection, workpaper review, conclusions, findings, reporting, and follow-up.

• Supervise and develop internal audit staff, allocate workloads, review workpapers, provide coaching, and coordinate professional training and development.

• Oversee co-sourced audit resources to ensure alignment with audit scope, methodology, documentation requirements, quality standards, and reporting expectations.

• Partner with process owners and senior stakeholders to communicate audit results, challenge unsupported conclusions constructively, and obtain clear, well-supported management responses.

• Ensure audit findings are accurate, evidence-based, clearly documented, and actionable, with appropriate remediation plans and accountability.

• Monitor remediation progress, validate completed corrective actions, and escalate overdue or unresolved issues when necessary.

• Prepare and present clear, concise audit reports and updates for senior management and the Audit Committee.

• Promote consistent use of approved Google-native tools, Asana issue tracking, standardized templates, and responsible AI practices while safeguarding confidential information and maintaining independent professional judgment.

• Continuously improve audit processes, documentation standards, and risk assessment practices to strengthen the effectiveness of the overall audit program.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate brings strong banking or financial services audit expertise, demonstrated leadership capabilities, and the confidence to challenge stakeholders while maintaining professional independence. The following qualifications are required:

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.

• At least 5 years of experience in internal audit, banking, financial services, or a related field. Experience within a regulated banking institution or fintech environment is preferred.

• At least one of the following professional certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

• Demonstrated experience leading audit engagements, supervising auditors, and collaborating effectively with senior management, process owners, external auditors, and regulatory examiners.

• Strong knowledge of risk assessment, internal control evaluation, audit methodologies, issue management, and applicable regulatory expectations.

• Proven ability to assess audit evidence critically, identify control weaknesses, challenge unsupported conclusions, and produce accurate, well-supported, actionable findings.

• Experience managing audits from planning and scoping through reporting, management responses, remediation monitoring, and final follow-up.

• Strong leadership and coaching skills, including the ability to manage workloads, review audit documentation, develop team capabilities, and oversee external audit resources.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex risks, control deficiencies, and audit conclusions clearly to executives and directors.

• Sound professional judgment, analytical thinking, and the ability to challenge stakeholders respectfully while maintaining independence and objectivity.

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple audits and manage competing deadlines.

• Proactive, self-directed, and comfortable taking ownership of complex assignments in a fast-moving environment.

• Ability to use collaboration, issue-tracking, and documentation tools effectively, with an understanding of responsible AI use and the importance of confidentiality.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation: Annual salary based on experience, geographic location, role-related knowledge, and skills, with opportunities for equity grants and cash bonuses.

• Zone 1 Compensation: $140,000–$160,000 annually for the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, and Seattle markets.

• Zone 2 Compensation: $120,000–$138,000 annually for Los Angeles, Chicago, Austin, Denver, Boston, Washington, D.C., San Diego, Philadelphia, Portland, and Sacramento.

• Zone 3 Compensation: $106,000–$127,000 annually for other U.S. metropolitan areas.

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Financial Security: Life insurance and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Health and Wellness Accounts: Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA).

• Family Support: Paid parental leave.

• Time Off: Flexible vacation policy, paid time off, and paid holidays.

• Career Development: Opportunities to expand audit leadership expertise and grow professionally within a dynamic financial services environment.

• Collaborative Culture: A challenging, team-oriented workplace that values inclusion, professional development, and high standards of performance.

• Inclusive Workplace: Equal employment opportunities for qualified candidates, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

• Fair Chance Hiring: Consideration of qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable local requirements.