Financial Services IT Internal Audit Manager

Crowe

IT Internal Audit Manager leading technology risk and controls consulting for Crowe’s banking clients. Managing engagements, staff, fieldwork, risk assessments, and internal-control improvements.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, New York, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $101,800 - $208,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT General Controls, IT Audit, and Risk Consulting, with a strong focus on internal control frameworks such as COSO and COBIT. Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and deliver high-quality audit services to financial institutions.

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IT General ControlsCISA CertificationInternal Control FrameworksProject ManagementAudit Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Risk ManagementInternal AuditInternal Control ServicesFieldwork ConductingWorkpaper PreparationAudit Deliverables DevelopmentBusiness Process FlowGAAP Financial AccountingSEC ReportingKey Report Testing

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationRelationship ManagementTeam LeadershipFeedback and Guidance

Certifications & Qualifications

CISACISSPCPACIA

Industry Keywords

Banking IndustryFinancial InstitutionsBig 4Regulatory SupervisionCOSOCOBITIT Application ControlsCorporate IT AuditTechnology Risk ConsultingInternal Control Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead IT General Controls, IT Audit, and IT Risk Consulting engagements
Provide risk management, internal audit, and internal control services to banking-industry clients
Plan engagements and manage staff, including reviewing workpapers and providing feedback and guidance
Conduct fieldwork and prepare workpapers supporting conclusions
Discuss findings and observations with client management
Prepare written reports in various formats
Advise clients on improving and optimizing internal controls
Enhance and transform internal audit approaches and methodologies
Perform risk assessments
Provide value-added recommendations to clients and improve the firm
Contribute to account planning, identify opportunities to add value, and ensure high-quality delivery
Lead teams, guide project execution, and deepen client relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Professional certification such as CISA, CISSP, CPA, CIA, or similar
5+ years’ experience working in financial institutions, Big 4 or equivalent, or regulatory supervision of financial institutions
Understanding of internal control frameworks including COSO and COBIT
Knowledge of audit methodologies and development of key internal audit deliverables
Experience with IT general controls, IT application controls, and key report testing
Progressive responsibilities, including supervising and reviewing others’ work
Project management experience, including managing simultaneous workstreams and responsibilities
Strong written and verbal communication and comprehension
Understanding of internal control design and effectiveness
Business process flow and flowcharting experience
GAAP financial accounting and SEC reporting knowledge
Willingness to travel up to 25%
Preferred: major in Accounting, Computer Information Systems, or Management Information Systems
Preferred: 5+ years in IT audit, corporate IT audit, or technology risk consulting
Preferred: exposure to larger financial institutions ($100 billion and up)
Networking and relationship management
Ability to work in the United States
Crowe is not sponsoring work authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive total rewards package
Flexible work with life moments
Well-being support
Inclusive culture valuing diversity
Career Coach meetings and career development guidance
Professional growth and leadership opportunities
Innovative, technology-powered work environment