Manager Audit - Risk Management

This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. Please note if located in a HUB (Raleigh, NC/Charlotte, NC/Morristown, NJ) you will be required to work 2 days a week in office.

This Manager Audit -Risk Management position oversees an assigned portion of the audit plan and provides strategic insight into the Bank's business practices. Leads moderate to complex audits in risk management, oversees audit scope and audit program development and execution. Identifies and accomplishes strategic initiatives that support department and organization goals. Manages all aspects of assigned audit projects. Directs a team of associates who assess business unit and corporate risk and recommends high leverage action to reduce identified risks.

• Project Management - Leads assigned business unit audits to meet their assigned portion of the annual audit plan. Determines appropriate scope, makes strategic decisions, and ensures there is sufficient evidence to successfully audit the internal control system. Conducts special projects and performs other duties as related.
• Managerial Functions - Provides oversight of team, ensuring compliance with financial laws, rules, and regulations including Sarbanes-Oxley. Manages the recruitment, training, and evaluation of assigned staff. Provides audit and professional development to enhance performance.
• Risk Mitigation - Facilitates the investigation and management of key interdependencies that impact risk. Monitors risk assessment strategies, goals, and processes to ensure maximum coverage of the Bank. Communicates with appropriate parties on the resolution of identified issues and assists with the annual risk assessment.
• Business Strategy - Analyzes business processes to identify efficiencies, key objectives, and optimal level of control and risks. Maintains current knowledge of developments in the banking industry to keep staff informed of practices and regulations affecting internal auditing.
• Relationship Development - Maintains influential relationships with management, external auditors, and regulators. Serves on committees and liaises with key parties to represent Internal Audit.

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience in Bank internal auditing or public accounting, and management OR High School Diploma or GED and 12 years of experience in Bank internal auditing or public accounting, and management

License or Certification Type: Designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Required

Additional Requirements:

• 5+ years working in the financial services industry with managerial level experience and specialization in Risk Management practices, specifically enterprise and operational risks.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of internal and external laws, policies, and procedures regulating Internal Audit actions.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), SEC Rules, and SOX Act.
• Knowledge of Risk Management practices including related regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of Operational risk including risk and control self-assessment, control assurance, Third party risk and Data Governance.
• Regulatory and issue validation experience.

This job posting is expected to remain active for 45 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.

The base pay for this position is generally between $111,391 and $180,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.

First Citizens benefits programs are designed to meet our associates where they are in life. Full-time associates (20+ hours) are offered a comprehensive benefits program, with customized offerings, including those designed to support families, however defined. More information regarding our benefits offerings can be found here: https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.