We are partnered with a leading commercial bank in New York that is seeking an experienced Vice President – Senior Audit Manager. This individual will play a key role in evaluating and strengthening risk management, internal controls, governance, and operations, while also overseeing Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing and collaborating closely with regulators, external auditors, and co-sourced audit partners. The role offers direct exposure to senior stakeholders, the Audit Committee, and executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee execution of risk-based audits, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and issue validation.
• Manage co-sourced audit engagements to ensure compliance with IIA standards, internal methodologies, and regulatory guidance.
• Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management, the Audit Committee, and regulators.
• Provide oversight of SOX 404 program design, documentation, and testing.
• Contribute to the development of the annual audit plan and ongoing risk assessments.
• Track and validate remediation of audit and regulatory issues.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, offering insight and guidance on key risks and controls.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to staff and audit team members.

Qualifications & Skills

• 8–10 years of progressive internal and/or external audit experience, ideally within banking or financial services.
• One or more relevant certifications (CIA, CFSA, CBA, CPA, or CISA).
• Experience engaging with U.S. regulators such as the Federal Reserve, OCC, or DFS.
• Strong knowledge of IIA standards, SOX, COSO, GAAP, and banking regulations (BSA/AML, consumer compliance, privacy, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.
• Strong organizational, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with IT audit or regulatory requirements a plus.