Audit Project Manager I-FC Global Services India

This is a hybrid role (if located in Charlotte, NC, or Raleigh, NC) with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office. Two days a week in office. Open to remote in several markets for highly qualified candidate.

This Audit Project Manager -FC Global Services India position is responsible for executing or leading audit engagements and projects within internal Audit, driving high quality, effective and timely execution of audit engagements, deadlines and project plans. Working independently utilizing business acumen, technical knowledge, and strengthening project management skills, this role may work as an individual contributor or serve as an Auditor-in-Charge on less complex audit engagements. The Audit Project Manager I will analyze audit findings to identify internal control deficiencies and develop recommendations that address the root cause, enhance processes and mitigate risk to the Bank.

• Audit Execution - Works independently with minimal oversight and contributes to effective execution and timely delivery of assigned audit activities in each phase of the audit cycle, risk assessments, and continuous monitoring, if applicable. Assists in or lead walkthroughs with audit clients and document business processes using narratives or flowcharts. Assist in or develop audit scope, objectives, testing strategies, and sampling approach under Audit Manager guidance. Present and effectively communicate identified audit issues to audit team.
• Governance, Risk and Controls - Assist in or oversee executing testing of controls to assess adequacy of control design and operating effectiveness managing risk to the Bank. Make recommendations and process improvements that address root causes to strengthen internal control environment. Use knowledge of risk and control concepts to identify control deficiencies, including root cause and impact. Apply and strengthen line of business and industry knowledge to keep current on emerging risks. Ensure adherence to applicable laws, rules and regulations, internal audit methodologies and standards, and in alignment with regulatory expectations.
• Builds Productive Relationships - Establish, foster and cultivate collaborative working relationships with peers and audit leadership. Drive openly with peers to share and gain knowledge. Address conflict courageously and quickly. Demonstrate curiosity about different cultures, values, beliefs and approaches.
• Judgement and Decision Making - Demonstrate critical thinking skills by appropriately analyzing information and use reasoning skills to arrive at valid conclusions. Exercise sound, risk-based, free from bias judgment in drawing conclusions and escalating concerns. Effectively challenge consistently and confidently by questioning assumptions and challenging the status quo.
• Leadership - Embrace a continuous improvement mindset by proactively engaging in training to develop internal audit or technical knowledge and seeking and applying feedback from others. Maintain a relevant professional certification. Serve as coach, role model and mentor to junior auditors and demonstrate ability to work effectively within a team environment to deliver high quality audit work.
• Technology and Innovation - Apply data analytics principles to testing approaches as well as using other innovative tools and methodologies to work more efficiently and effectively (e.g. Data Analytics, full population testing, etc.).

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Public accounting or Bank internal auditing.

Required designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Public accounting or Bank internal auditing. Required designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

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

RequiredSkills:

Knowledge of internal and external laws, policies, and procedures regulating Internal Audit actions, Microsoft Office Suite, Data Analytics

Preferred Skills:

* Experience working in or conducting internal audits for Operational and Global Services for LFIs.
* Banking / financial services industry experience
* Knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management and Operational Risk Management programs

#LI-Hybrid

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.