AVP, Audit Manager - Growth & Risk Management

Role Summary/Purpose

This position reports into the VP, Internal Audit Growth & Risk Management who is responsible for providing independent and objective assessment of risk management practices, governance, and controls over the Company's Risk and Growth functions. This role is primarily responsible for the execution of audit engagements that entail the review, testing, analysis, and conclusion over the design and effectiveness of the bank’s control environment, continuous monitoring activities and validation of corrective actions.

Essential Responsibilities

• Contribute to the direction and focus of the Internal Audit team's activities through active engagement in risk assessment, audit planning, and continuous monitoring processes.
• Conduct testing to independently assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls that mitigate key risks.
• Actively participate in complex audit engagements where multiple testers or other teams are involved; Manage the completion of testing milestones/tollgates according to required timeframes.
• Identify and assess the impact of control deficiencies, including communication to key stakeholders.
• Prepare high quality audit deliverables including planning memorandum, discovery documentation, working papers, drafts of audit issues, and audit reports.
• Ensure effective and efficient execution of audits and other audit activities in conformance with professional and departmental standards, budgets, and timelines.
• Maintain high awareness of emerging risks, regulatory environment, and business risks and issues, taking action to assure required adjustments to risk assessments, audit plans, and audit programs.
• Maintain effective working relationships with key business stakeholders.
• Research relevant banking, regulation, risk management, and operational topics within the industry.
• Maintain technical subject matter internal audit competency through ongoing professional development.
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or equivalent related field. In lieu of relevant bachelor’s degree, 9 years’ experience in audit, or related field.
• Minimum experience of 5 years in Internal Audit, with preferred expertise in the Financial Services sector.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in control theory and auditing practices in a financial/regulatory environment.
• Experienced with regulatory guidance (OCC, Federal Reserve, and CFPB) pertaining to internal controls, risk management, and consumer compliance.
• Demonstrate highly proficient verbal and written communication skills, with ability to articulate the business objectives, business risk, processes, and controls.
• Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required

Desired Characteristics

• Currently holds or is actively pursuing CPA, CIA, or other relevant audit or compliance professional designations.
• Ability to understand cross-functional impact of business decisions including operational, compliance and information technology risks.
• Ability to objectively identify problems and recommend solutions to complex control, financial, or technical issues.
• Able to work independently on multiple assignments while effectively supporting teamwork and achievement of team objectives.
• Strong analytical including data analysis, risk management, and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of general banking/consumer finance policies, procedures, and operations in addition to banking products/services

Grade/Level: 11

The salary range for this position is 90,000.00 - 155,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance. Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge. Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.

Our Way of Working

We’re proud to offer you flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. You will be required to commute to your nearest Hub (either virtual or physical) for in-person engagement activities such as regular business or team meetings, training and culture events. *Field Sales and some Commercial team roles may have varied location requirements based upon partner obligations or preferences.

Eligibility Requirements

• You must be 18 years or older
• You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process
• You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
• New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Commitment

When you join us, you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where your individual skills, experience, and voice are not only heard – but valued. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect, and turn ideals into action. More than 50% of our workforce is engaged in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where community and passion intersect to offer a safe space to learn and grow. This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We’re proud to have an award-winning culture for all.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

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Job Family Group: Internal Audit