Audit Lead - Capital Markets

PNC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 139,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Pension plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

PNC is seeking an Audit Lead within its Internal Audit organization, based in our footprint. The role focuses on managing audits, evaluating internal controls, and delivering results with professional judgment.

Strong data analytics skills and collaboration with stakeholders are essential for success. This in-office position emphasizes building relationships, continuous improvement, and adherence to enterprise risk management standards.

Qualifications

• University degree required with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Certifications are often desired; comparable education and experience may be considered.
• Experience evaluating design and operating effectiveness of controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial, compliance, and operational audit reviews with risk-based focus.
• Review work of others to ensure accuracy and communicate findings.
• Apply professional judgment and draft internal audit deliverables.
• Foster productive client and team relationships and ensure timely delivery.
• Commit to continuous professional development and improvements.

Skills

Audit management

Data analytics

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Audit Lead within PNC's Internal Audit organization, you will be based in PNC's footprint.

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Job Profile

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Audit Lead within PNC's Internal Audit organization, you will be based in PNC's footprint.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Manages financial, compliance, and/or operational audit reviews, including the evaluation of design and operating effectiveness of internal controls to mitigate risks; possesses data literacy/visualization to perform data analysis; prepares work papers to support complex, or higher-risk-associated audit assignments with the ability to convey information in a clear, concise, and accurate manner; demonstrates clarity of thought, and orderliness of presentation.


• Detail reviews the work of others to ensure the quality and accuracy of audit’s analysis and conclusions; identifies, communicates, and dispositions audit findings and recommendations.


• Applies professional judgment and skepticism to reach logical, timely, productive, and risk-based decisions; assists in drafting internal audit deliverables for/to stakeholders.


• Applies internal audit procedures and practices, inclusive of dynamic audit principles to organize around the delivery of a project; manages effective and timely delivery of the organization's mission and service; develops and maintains productive, consultative, and collaborative client and team relationships.


• Demonstrates a commitment to professional development and continuous improvement by seeking feedback, embracing change, and showing persistence in acquiring knowledge and skills.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.


• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Audit Management, Continuous Monitoring, Control Assessment, Internal Controls, Process Control, Risk Assessments, Risk Management

Competencies

Audit And Compliance Function, Auditing, Business Acumen, Coaching Others, Data Gathering and Reporting, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Internal Controls, Planning and Organizing, Process Management, Written Communications

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $55,000.00 – $139,150.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 04/10/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [e-mail]. Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say \"Workday\" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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