AVP, Audit Manager - Growth and Risk Management

at Synchrony in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Description:

Role Summary/Purpose:

This position reports into the VP, Senior Audit Manager – Growth and Risk Management, responsible for providing independent and objective assessment of Risk Management practices and controls over the Company’s Growth functions. This role will be a team member responsible for providing third line of defense coverage of Risk Management and Growth activities, including the end-to-end design and effectiveness of the control environment.

We’re proud to offer you choice and 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. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.

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.

+ Lead and perform audits of Growth and Risk Management including evaluating risk identification; risk measurement and assessment; risk mitigation; risk reporting and monitoring; and risk governance.

+ Draft audit plans, develop audit tests, and lead audit execution. Identifying and assessing the impact of control deficiencies

+ Support detailed process walkthroughs with management, including the identification of process risks and controls.

+ Prepare high quality audit deliverables including planning memoranda, audit programs, working papers audit issues and reports.

+ Ensure Audit Managers have developed and documented clear audit work papers that succinctly articulate the process, risks, controls, test results, and conclusions.

+ Present audit results to various levels of Internal Audit leadership, as well as the audit stakeholders within the organization.

+ Track and validate findings/issues to ensure they are appropriately addressed.

+ Lead coordination of testing with various audit teams, external auditors, consultants, and Second Line of Defense.

+ Ensure effective and efficient execution of audits in conformance with professional and departmental standards, budgets, and timelines.

+ Ensure audits conform with professional and departmental standards, budgets, and timelines.

+ Maintain high awareness of economic, regulatory, and business risks and issues, taking actions to assure required adjustments to risk assessments, audit plans, and audit programs.

+ Maintain effective working relationship with key business stakeholders.

+ Research relevant banking, regulation, risk management, and operational topics.

+ 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, 7+ years’ experience in audit, or related field.

+ 3+ years in Internal Audit with preference expertise in the Financial Service 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 risk governance, operational and credit risk management, retail credit products, and consumer compliance.

+ Demonstrate verbal and written ability to articulate the business objectives, business risk, processes, and controls.

Desired Characteristics:

+ Currently holds or is actively pursuing CPA, CIA, or other relevant professional designation/association.

+ Ability to understand cross-functional impact of business decisions including operational, compliance and information technology risks.

+ Experience in OCC Heightened Standard assessments.

+ 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 risk management, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.

Grade/Level: 10

The salary range for this position is 75,000.00 – 130,000.00 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.

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 a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard-but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+ (https://www.synchronycareers.com/our-culture/#diversity) , with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.

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.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice:

+ Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

+ If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time

Job Family Group:

Internal Audit