Audit Strategy Manager

Job Overview:Audit Strategy Manager

The Audit Strategy Manager plays a key role in delivering independent, objective, and risk-based internal audit assurance and advisory services. This role develops specialized expertise in financial services, risk management, and internal controls, while supporting business line relationship management and ongoing risk monitoring. The Audit Manager ensures that all audit work adheres to professional standards, ethical guidelines, and organizational requirements.

Benefits:

• Eligible teammates working 20+ hours per week may receive:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Protection for life and disability events
• AD and D coverage may include specific dismemberments, such as loss of a hand, foot, or eye
• Tax-advantaged savings accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Prorated minimum of 10 vacation days in the first year
• Prorated 10 days of sick leave
• Paid holidays

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage large-scale, complex audit projects, including planning, scoping, audit testing strategy design, and efficient coordination of team resources.
• Ensure audit fieldwork is completed on schedule, within budget, and meets internal quality standards.
• Define and communicate expectations for accuracy, consistency, and quality in audit documentation.
• Review process documentation to assess operational efficiency and internal controls.
• Prepare audit reports in alignment with organizational risk tolerance and communicate findings to senior leadership.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on business operations, regulatory compliance, and specialized audit topics.
• Use advanced risk management skills to evaluate audit findings, potential exposures, materiality, and broader organizational impacts.
• Provide mentorship and development opportunities for junior auditors, including performance feedback and setting expectations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business units while evaluating risks to ensure sufficient audit coverage.
• Stay involved in business initiatives, projects, and discussions to remain aware of emerging risks and regulatory changes.
• Manage multiple tasks and audits while maintaining precision, prioritization, and professional judgment.
• Continuously improve auditing knowledge, including data analytics, emerging technologies, and industry best practices.
• Advocate for advanced audit tools, methodologies, and analytics to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist Audit Directors with annual planning, scheduling, and risk assessment activities.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and technical developments relevant to auditing.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8-10 years of internal or external audit experience, including project lead or management responsibilities.
• Strong expertise in audit principles, internal controls, and risk assessment frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of banking and financial services operations.
• Advanced understanding of technology, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, and IT service management.
• Proficiency in ITGCs, ITACs, SDLC, and major control frameworks (COSO, COBIT, NIST, SOX, PCI DSS).
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent analytical, collaboration, facilitation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear written and oral communication skills for conveying complex concepts.
• Ability to identify root causes and articulate key risks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard audit software.
• Project management experience and ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently.
• Professional certification (CIA, CISA, CPA, or equivalent).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree such as MBA, MS Accounting, or MS Information Systems.
• Experience using Truist Audit Services tools and business-specific applications.
• CISSP or similar cybersecurity certification.
• Expertise in cybersecurity, IT risk, or technology governance.
• Knowledge of financial services industry regulations.
• Strong public speaking skills for senior and executive audiences.
• Ability to navigate technical domains including Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, IT Risk, and Technology Governance.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any legally protected classification. Truist is a Drug-Free Workplace.

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