Audit Operations Manage

Job Description: Audit Operations Manager

The Audit Operations 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:
• Health plans that include dental and vision insurance
• Support for life and disability challenges
• AD&D insurance is typically more affordable than traditional life insurance because it only covers accidents and not natural causes of death
• Tax-preferred savings accounts
• 401(k) plan
• There is a prorated minimum of 10 days designated for vacation leave
• Prorated sick leave entitlement of 10 days
• Paid holidays

Main Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct the execution of sizable and intricate audit tasks, involving strategic planning, scoping exercises, development of audit examination plans, and proficiently orchestrating the allocation of resources for the engagement.
• Coordinate the performance of audit fieldwork to achieve timely completion, financial compliance, and alignment with internal quality measures.
• Define and effectively communicate expectations for the level of quality, accuracy, and consistency required in documentation for each audit task.
• By reviewing process documentation, one can assess the efficiency and internal controls implemented within business procedures.
• Craft audit reports that are harmonized with the organization's risk tolerance framework and report findings to senior management.
• Act as a resource for understanding business operations, regulatory mandates, and specialized audit focuses.
• Apply advanced risk management expertise to evaluate the importance of audit findings, potential exposures, materiality considerations, and broader impacts on the organization.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional growth opportunities to inexperienced auditors, including offering performance feedback and setting specific expectations.
• Build and maintain strong operational ties with designated business sectors and assist in evaluating accompanying risk profiles to guarantee appropriate audit reach.
• Get involved in crucial business activities, projects, and platforms to remain updated on emerging risks, business shifts, and regulatory developments.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, prioritization, and professional judgment while handling audits and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Expand your proficiency in auditing techniques, utilizing data analytics solutions, integrating emerging technologies, and following industry best practices.
• Advocate for the implementation of innovative audit tools, approaches, and analytical techniques to enhance the overall audit efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Audit Directors in the annual planning, coordination of audits, and identification of risks.
• Stay knowledgeable about industry developments, regulatory changes, and specialized technical advancements that are applicable to auditing.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Acquisition of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related domain, or a similar educational and experiential background.
• The ideal candidate will have between 8-10 years of experience in internal or external auditing, with a strong preference for roles that included project leadership or management responsibilities.
• Profound comprehension of audit theories, internal control mechanisms, and risk management frameworks.
• Sound knowledge of the procedures in banking and financial services.
• Enhanced awareness of technology, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, and IT service management frameworks.
• A deep knowledge of IT General Controls (ITGCs), Information Technology Application Controls (ITACs), Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and major compliance frameworks (COSO, COBIT, NIST, SOX, PCI DSS) is important.
• Demonstrated leadership through the application of decisive decision-making skills.
• Strong expertise in interpreting information, interacting with diverse groups, moderating discussions, and overcoming obstacles.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly, utilizing strong written and verbal skills for effective presentation.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in discerning root causes and outlining underlying risks clearly.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office applications along with standard audit utilities.
• Exceptional project management skills and capability to oversee a range of priorities concurrently.
• Required professional certification (CIA, CISA, CPA, etc.) must be held.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Achieving a postgraduate degree like an MBA, MS Accounting, or MS Information Systems.
• Awareness of Truist Audit Services tools and tailored applications is key.
• Earning a CISSP or a comparable cybersecurity certification showcases a strong foundation in information security.
• Specialized skills in cybersecurity, IT risk, or technology governance are necessary for safeguarding sensitive information and data.
• Capable of operating successfully in a heavily regulated financial services setting.
• Polished communication proficiency customized for senior and executive audiences.
• Adeptness in transitioning across different technical fields such as 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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