Audit Manager

Bank of America; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution is seeking an Audit Manager to lead risk-based audits focusing on finance processes. The successful candidate will manage SOX controls testing, identify control gaps, and engage with senior management. Applicants should have substantial finance experience, strong knowledge of accounting standards, and excellent communication skills, all within a supportive work environment offering competitive benefits.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Competitive pension plan

Back-up childcare

Flexible benefits options

Employee Assistance Program

Volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in finance, preferably product control.
• Prior audit experience preferable.
• Excellent communication skills to present findings.

Responsibilities

• Develop audit plans for GBAM Finance.
• Lead the planning and execution of audits.
• Evaluate compliance with US/UK GAAP.

Skills

Finance experience

US/UK GAAP knowledge

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Audit project management tools familiarity

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Bachelor or Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business

Tools

Alteryx

SQL

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Audit Manager

Corporate Title: Vice President / Senior Vice President

Location: London / Chester

Company Overview: Bank of America is guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth guides how we run our company and deliver for clients, teammates, communities and shareholders. Bank of America is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and offers competitive benefits to support teammates and their families. The company supports flexible work arrangements depending on roles.

Location Overview: Our London office is located near St. Paul’s Cathedral on King Edward Street, offering modern workspaces, an onsite restaurant, rooftop terrace with views of London, and onsite gym facilities and medical centre.

Role Overview: As an Audit Manager, you will lead and deliver risk-based audits with a primary focus on GBAM Finance and broader CFO processes. You will produce high-quality audit work, identify control gaps, and influence management to strengthen the control environment. A key part of the role involves participation in the GBAM Finance Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls testing program, including managing testing of over 200 controls and maintaining effective communication with external auditors.

Role note: This role requires strong technical and analytical skills, critical thinking, and the ability to communicate complex subject matters in a simplified manner. It offers exposure to management across the company and the opportunity to engage in diverse and impactful work.

Responsibilities

• Develop audit plans for GBAM Finance
• Participate in the annual GBAM Finance Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls testing program
• Lead the planning and execution of global and regional audits including risk identification, process documentation and control evaluation
• Evaluate compliance with US/UK GAAP, IFRS and enterprise standards
• Conduct root-cause analysis on issues
• Draft high quality audit reports and present findings to senior stakeholders
• Prepare clear, concise audit documentation and presentations summarising audit scope, testing strategies
• Identify opportunities to incorporate automation into audit testing processes
• Effectively manage multiple workstreams and adapt quickly to shifting priorities
• Supervise and mentor more junior members of the GBAM Finance audit team
• Facilitate regular meetings and maintain strong working relationships with GBAM Finance and external auditors

Required skills

• Strong experience in finance, preferably product control, with prior audit experience preferable
• Strong working knowledge of US/UK GAAP and IFRS accounting standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced level)
• Familiarity with audit project management tools and data analytics platforms such as Alteryx or SQL (preferred)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams
• Team-oriented with a proactive, solution-focused mindset and strong risk awareness
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings clearly to senior stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Bachelor or Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related discipline is preferred

Benefits of working at Bank of America

• UK benefits: Private healthcare for you and your family plus an annual health screen
• Competitive pension plan, life assurance and group income protection
• 20 days of back-up childcare including access to school holiday clubs and 20 days of back-up adult care per annum
• Option to adjust core benefits and select flexible benefits including wellbeing, travel insurance, critical illness, etc.
• Emotional wellbeing helpline, mental health first aiders and virtual GP services
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
• Charitable giving through payroll with company matching
• Arts & Culture corporate membership program with discounted access
• Volunteer opportunities in local communities

Bank of America:

Good conduct and sound judgment are essential to long-term success. All employees are expected to understand conduct standards and manage risk. Accountability and an ownership mindset are central to our Code of Conduct.

We are an equal opportunities employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on grounds of sex, gender identity, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, socio-economic background, responsibility for dependents, or disability. Candidates are selected for interview based on skills, qualifications and experience. We strive to make recruitment accessible and encourage candidates to communicate any adjustment requirements.