Senior Audit Manager – Compliance

Truist

. Serve as Engagement Manager for large, complex, and higher risk projects that may be enterprise-wide in scope.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge in audit processes and risk management within banking and financial services, with a strong ability to lead teams, develop audit reports, and mentor junior staff. Proficient in utilizing data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards.

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Audit Project LeadershipRisk Management ExpertiseData Analysis TechniquesLeadership and MentoringProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Audit Test PlanningData AnalyticsProcess Documentation ReviewAudit ReportingRisk AssessmentPerformance FeedbackQuality Standards EvaluationRoot Cause AnalysisFinancial Services KnowledgeDecision-Making Skills

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAnalytical SkillsFacilitation SkillsNegotiation SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Internal AuditorCertified Information Systems AuditorCertified Public Accountant

Industry Keywords

BankingFinancial ServicesAudit StandardsRisk Appetite FrameworkCompliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Engagement Manager for large, complex, and higher risk projects that may be enterprise-wide in scope.
Lead planning, scoping, and development of the audit test plan, including incorporating the use of data analytics, and coordinate engagement resources and engagement assignments among teammate effectively to complete assignments within budget while maintaining quality standards.
Set clear quality expectations based on Truist Audit Services standards and analyze/review process documentation to evaluate effectiveness and efficiency.
Develop meaningful, relevant, and well-supported audit reports that align with Truist's risk appetite framework and present these reports to key stakeholders.
Advise on more complex assignments by being very knowledgeable of the organization, business, and operations (including the related laws and regulations).
Leverage strong risk management knowledge to assess relevance of audit findings, potential exposures, materiality and demonstrate awareness of big picture issues.
Provide leadership and development by coaching and mentoring new and junior team members and providing effective project feedback, including setting clear performance expectations.
Assist audit management to develop and maintain relationships with assigned lines of business or business units.
Manage timely and quality delivery of multiple tasks, including audits, projects and special assignments.
Continue developing knowledge of auditing and use of data analysis techniques. Champion innovative techniques and methods to accomplish goals and objectives.
Support Audit Directors by assisting with annual planning, scheduling, and risk assessment process, and providing feedback on performance of the audit team.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or related field, or equivalent education and related training or experience.
Eight to ten years of experience in audit, preferably in a role similar to an Audit Project Leader.
Advanced knowledge, ability and expertise in audit and a broad understanding in multiple areas of banking and financial services.
Substantial leadership experience and demonstrated leadership ability and decision making skills.
Excellent understanding of risk management and process concepts.
Excellent analytical, facilitation, interpersonal and decision-making skills.
Excellent written, verbal and negotiating skills.
Demonstrated ability to grasp, communicate and teach others how to identify underlying concepts in complex information.
Demonstrated ability to identify, communicate and teach others how to identify root causes of problems.
Good working knowledge of standard software applications such as Microsoft Office Software products.
Excellent project management and advisory skills.
Appropriate professional certification, such as, but not limited to Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or Certified Public Accountant.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Tax-preferred savings accounts
401k plan
No less than 10 days of vacation during the first year of employment
10 sick days
Paid holidays
Possibility for defined benefit pension plan
Restricted stock units
Deferred compensation plan