2027 Early Talent - Audit Services Talent Development Program

1611 Ally Bank; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K plan

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ally Financial is offering an Audit Early Talent Development Program (ETDP) designed to build technical internal audit skills and professional development for recent graduates. The program includes hands-on training, rotations across six audit teams, and networking with managers to prepare for a career in internal audit.

Starting July 2027, in-person with flexibility, ~40 hours per week, with market-competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 0+ years of experience in the field.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Ability to travel occasionally to Ally locations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the ETDP with rotations across audit teams.
• Apply foundational audit knowledge and document workpapers.
• Assist in evaluating risks and internal controls during training.
• Support ETDP Ambassador activities and mentoring as applicable.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Adaptable & flexible

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Job description

Ally and Your Career Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We love this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?

Work Schedule: Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role’s specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.

The Opportunity

The Opportunity Participate in an Audit Early Talent Development Program (ETDP) designed to build technical internal audit skills, professional development skills, and financial services industry knowledge to jumpstart a career in internal audit. High performing college undergrad graduates will apply what they learn through an audit life cycle simulation based training, while working in one of our 6 audit teams for 2-3 month rotations. Individual training and hands‑on opportunities will focus on achieving a working knowledge of internal audit while developing skills pertaining to assessing risks, understanding internal controls, analyzing information/data, documenting workpapers, and effective communications (written and oral). The program also focuses on successfully transitioning participants from “campus to corporate” by developing skills such as networking, presenting, coaching and feedback, leading 1 on 1 discussions with their manager. #LI-DNP Individual training and hands‑on opportunities will focus on achieving a working knowledge of internal audit while developing skills pertaining to assessing risks, understanding internal controls, analyzing information/data, documenting workpapers, and effective communications (written and oral). The program also focuses on successfully transitioning participants from “campus to corporate” by developing skills such as networking, presenting, coaching and feedback, leading 1 on 1 discussions with their manager. The Details: Program Start Date: MM YYYY. In‑person with flexibility. 40 hours a week. Market competitive compensation. Location: Detroit, MI, Charlotte, NC, or Fort Washington, PA.

The Work Itself

The Opportunity Participate in an Audit Early Talent Development Program (ETDP) designed to build technical internal audit skills, professional development skills, and financial services industry knowledge to jumpstart a career in internal audit. High performing college undergrad graduates will apply what they learn through an audit life cycle simulation based training, while working in one of our 6 audit teams for 2-3 month rotations. #LI-DNP Individual training and hands‑on opportunities will focus on achieving a working knowledge of internal audit while developing skills pertaining to assessing risks, understanding internal controls, analyzing information/data, documenting workpapers, and effective communications (written and oral). The program also focuses on successfully transitioning participants from “campus to corporate” by developing skills such as networking, presenting, coaching and feedback, leading 1 on 1 discussions with their manager. The Details Program Start Date: July 2027 In‑person with flexibility 40 hours a week Market competitive compensation Location: Detroit, MI, Charlotte, NC, or Fort Washington, PA

The Work Itself Upon completion of the Early Talent Development Program, primary job responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:

• Application of foundational audit skills, including an intermediate understanding of internal control concepts
• Execution and documentation of audit tests in accordance with Audit Services policies and procedures
• Completion of audits within defined plans, budgets and schedules
• Demonstration and participation as an ETDP Ambassador (e.g. recruiting activities, mentoring, etc.)

Areas of Opportunity within Audit

• Auto Finance and Ally Insurance: The AFI Audit Team focuses on audits in the auto finance and insurance departments at Ally. The Auto Finance side of this department focuses heavily on the automotive lending business Ally has, Ally’s agreements with third parties in the automotive space (such as Carvana and DriveTime), and Ally’s automotive platforms (such as SmartAuction or Auto Advantage). The insurance side of this department focuses primarily on the insurance products Ally offers and helps our clients finance with their lending agreements.
• CFO Group: The CFO Group audit team is responsible for auditing and ongoing monitoring of the CFO organization which includes Capital Markets, Treasury, Financial Planning, Investor Relations, Strategy & Corporate Development, Modeling & Analytics, Finance Transformation, and the Controller’s Group. In addition, this team is responsible for audits of the Market and Liquidity Independent Risk functions. This team is also responsible for the Capital Adequacy Process (CAP) Center of Excellence (COE) within audit which includes coordinating and collaborating across the audit department to provide subject matter expertise, assistance and guidance related to CAP specific topics. This team also oversees and manages the execution of the direct assist project in coordination with Ally’s external auditors.
• Legal & Corporate Affairs: The Legal and Corporate Affairs Audit Team is responsible for auditing Enterprise Compliance and Regulatory Affairs (ECRA), Legal, Government Relations, Corporate Secretary, Community Reinvestment Act and Environmental Sustainability. In addition to performing audits and ongoing monitoring of these areas, the Legal and Corporate Affairs Audit Team is also responsible for the Compliance Center of Excellence (COE) within Audit which includes coordinating and collaborating across the audit department to provide subject matter expertise, assistance and guidance related to compliance specific topics.
• Consumer Banking: The Consumer Banking team is focused on audits covering the core operations of Deposits and Ally Invest. The Consumer Banking team is also responsible for auditing functions such as Customer Care & Experience (CCE) and Marketing & Public Relations, which support each of Ally’s core businesses.
• Technology: The Technology audit team focuses on two primary areas, Information Protection and Risk Management (IPRM) and Enterprise Technology Operations (ETO). These areas support the enterprise and play critical roles in establishing the infrastructure behind Ally's digital enablement and cybersecurity program. Additionally, the Technology audit team is responsible for ensuring applications supporting all of Ally's business units are configured and operating effectively to ensure systems are available and data is kept safe.
• Risk: The Risk Audit Team is responsible for auditing the enterprise risk function (e.g. Risk Appetite, New Product, Risk Governance, etc.) and certain independent risk management departments of Ally (e.g. Model Risk, TPRM, etc.). The risk functions that the Risk Audit Team reviews, manages and analyzes Ally’s exposure to various risks, by establishing enterprise-wide programs and providing oversight to support adherence to those programs. The Risk Audit Team evaluates the adequacy/effectiveness of these programs including the oversight/support activities.

The Skills You Bring Program Eligibility

• Must be graduating between July 2026 and June 2027
• Previous internship experience, extracurricular activities, and leadership experience is preferred
• Ability to travel occasionally to Ally’s other locations (Charlotte/Detroit)
• Ability to communicate effectively
• You’re a critical thinker
• You’re adaptive & flexible
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship from the company

Base Pay Rate: $72,000 USD

*Incentive Compensation: This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan.

Minimum Qualifications

• 0+ years of experience
• Bachelor's degree required
• High school Diploma or GED equivalent

How We’ll Have Your Back

• Time Away: Program starts at 20 paid time off days in addition to 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (time off days are prorated based on start date and program varies based on full or part‑time status and management level).
• Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry‑leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and financial coach access.
• Supporting your Health & Well‑being: flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short- and long‑term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and a total well‑being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.
• Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance as well as paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA back‑up child and adult/elder care days and childcare discounts.
• Work‑Life Integration: other benefits including Mentally Fit Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers program and other employee discount programs.
• Other Compensations: depending on the role for which you are considered, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus and/or equity.

To view more detailed information about Ally’s Total Rewards, please visit this link: https://www.ally.com/content/dam/pdf/corporate/ally-total-rewards-snapshot.pdf

Who We Are: Ally Financial is a customer‑centric, leading digital financial services company with passionate customer service and innovative financial solutions. We are relentlessly focused on “Doing it Right” and being a trusted financial‑services provider to our consumer, commercial, and corporate customers. For more information, visit www.ally.com.

Ally is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if after review of the position expectations, you believe that you may need a medical accommodation to fulfill the duties of this role, please email [e-mail] with details of your accommodation request.

Base Pay Range An individual's position in the range is determined by the specific role, the scope and responsibilities of the role, work experience, education, certification(s), training, and additional qualifications. We review internal pay, the competitive market, and business environment prior to extending an offer. Incentive Compensation: This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan.

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