AVP/VP Risk & Operations Audit

ACG Resources – Adams Consulting Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Manhattan is seeking an AVP/VP for Risk & Operations Audit. This role involves driving the internal audit function, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with senior leadership. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in audit and risk management, with strong analytical and leadership skills. Join a high-impact team and influence enterprise-wide risk decisions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in audit, risk, or control within banking.
• Strong knowledge of banking operations and risk areas.

Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee end-to-end audits across key business areas.
• Evaluate control frameworks aligned with regulatory standards.
• Mentor junior staff and help onboard new team members.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Interpersonal

Leadership

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting

Master’s degree

Job description

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Job Ref: 14977

Salary: $110000 – $200000

AVP/VP Risk & Operations Audit

Location: Onsite in Manhattan, NY
Level: AVP or VP (based on experience)
Base Salary: $110,000 – $200,000 (commensurate with experience and skills)
Industry: Banking | Internal Audit | Risk Management

Join a High-Impact Audit Team at the Forefront of Risk Management

Are you a sharp, forward-thinking audit professional ready to step into a leadership role with significant influence and visibility? As AVP/VP – Risk & Operations Audit, you’ll help drive the internal audit function of a leading financial institution in the heart of Manhattan, ensuring that critical business activities and risk management functions align with both regulatory expectations and strategic goals.

This is your opportunity to be a key player in shaping a resilient control environment and to work directly with senior leadership, regulators, and business units across the enterprise.

What You’ll Do

As a core member of our Audit leadership team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the strength, agility, and compliance of the Bank’s operations and risk landscape:

Audit Leadership

• Execute and oversee end-to-end audits across key business areas: Corporate, Commercial, and Retail Banking, as well as support functions like Finance, HR, and Legal

• At the VP level, take full ownership of audit planning and strategy design

• Contribute to audit risk assessments and provide thoughtful challenge on risk issues

Risk Control Oversight

• Evaluate control frameworks aligned with regulatory standards including OCC’s Heightened Expectations and Federal Reserve Enhanced Prudential Standards

• Monitor and assess management’s action plans in response to audit findings

Innovation & Automation

• Recommend enhancements in audit methodology and leverage technology to improve efficiency

• Collaborate with data analytics teams to design automated testing tools for full-population analysis, sampling, and exception detection

Continuous Monitoring & Reporting

• Develop and maintain ongoing monitoring for critical business activities and risk functions

• Provide subject matter expertise on audit procedures and represent the team with internal stakeholders and regulators

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor junior staff and help onboard new team members with a focus on technical development

• Cultivate a collaborative and high-performance audit culture

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related fields (Master’s preferred)
7+ years of experience in audit, risk, or control within banking, consulting, or public accounting
Strong knowledge of banking operations and risk areas: credit, market, and operational
Experience leading audits and evaluating control frameworks in a regulated environment
Solid knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices (OCC, Fed, etc.)
Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and interact with all levels of the organization
Certifications such as CPA, CIA, FRM, CFA are a plus

Why This Role?

Strategic Visibility: Regular exposure to senior management, board committees, and regulators
Leadership Opportunity: Influence enterprise-wide risk and audit programs
Innovation-Focused: Leverage data analytics and tech tools to modernize audit execution
Professional Growth: Expand your expertise in a dynamic, highly regulated financial environment
Manhattan-Based Impact: Be at the center of global finance and risk transformation

Your Impact Starts Here.

If you’re ready to lead complex audits, influence enterprise risk decisions, and bring strategic value to a leading financial institution—this is your role. Make your next move in audit leadership and help build a smarter, safer, more resilient banking environment.

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