Job Description:
Role Summary/Purpose:
This position reports into the VP, Senior Audit Manager - Operations that is responsible for executing on the audit plan covering Synchrony's Operations functions and team. The incumbent 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, as well as validation of corrective actions.
Our Way of Working
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 and execute as part of a team on scheduled audits, executing audit projects from start to finish
Support detailed process walkthroughs with management, including the identification of process risks and controls
Document clear audit work papers that succinctly articulate purpose, scope, procedures and conclusions of test work performed
Identify control gaps or control deficiencies and assess the impact to the business
With support from the Senior Audit Manager, present audit results to internal audit management, as well as the business organization
Prepare draft written audit reports and other presentations for review and approval by the Senior Audit Manager
Maintain internal audit competency through ongoing professional development
Maintain understanding of current and emerging risks within the subject area
Track and validate findings/issues to ensure they are appropriately addressed
Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business or equivalent related field and 3+ years in audit, financial services or related field; In lieu of relevant Bachelor's degree, 7 years' experience in audit, financial services, or related field
Currently holds, or is actively pursuing CPA, CIA, or other relevant professional designation/association.
Must be willing to travel up to 20% of the time
Desired Characteristics:
Ability to effectively integrate business, operational, compliance, technological, and financial components into audit work performed.
Demonstrate verbal and written ability to articulate the business objectives, business risk, processes, and controls
Ability to objectively identify problems and recommend solutions to complex control, financial, or technical issues.
Understands all relevant business technologies and their impact to the control environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to flowchart business processes
Able to work independently on multiple assignments while effectively supporting teamwork and achievement of team objectives
Strong analytical, risk management, and problem solving skills.
Strong PC Skills - MS Office suite, Visio, SAS, ACL
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 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
