Finance Audit Leader (VP) – NYC, Data-Driven Controls

Selby Jennings; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking a VP-level Auditor in New York to join a leading financial institution’s Finance Audit team. The role provides broad exposure across finance, accounting, and reporting functions within a growing audit organization, with a strong emphasis on governance and risk management.

You will lead risk-based engagements, assess controls, and partner with stakeholders to drive improvements. The position offers a clear path to leadership, extensive data analytics usage, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Internal Audit, External Audit, or Accounting experience.
• Strong accounting and auditing foundation.
• Banking or financial services experience preferred.
• Experience leading audits from planning through reporting.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP required.
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong communication skills and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk-based audit engagements
• Assess controls and governance across finance-related processes
• Identify risks, findings, and opportunities for improvement
• Partner with stakeholders throughout audit engagements
• Support audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting
• Leverage data and analytics to enhance audit effectiveness

Skills

Auditing

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

CPA certification preferred

Job description

Selby Jennings is seeking a VP-level Auditor in New York to join a leading financial institution’s Finance Audit team. The role provides broad exposure across finance, accounting, and reporting functions within a growing audit organization, with a strong emphasis on governance and risk management.

You will lead risk-based engagements, assess controls, and partner with stakeholders to drive improvements. The position offers a clear path to leadership, extensive data analytics usage, and