Financial Institutions Audit & Controls Leader

Baker Tilly International; New York (NY); On-site; USD 134,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly International seeks a Financial Institutions Internal Audit & Controls Manager to join its Risk Advisory practice across multiple U.S. locations, including New York City. You will lead internal audit engagements, assess SOX/FDICIA controls, and advise on governance improvements with client teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in risk advisory or audit, a CPA or CIA, and strong communication skills to drive high-quality deliverables and outcomes for clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree required.
• Five years of experience in risk advisory/audit roles.
• CPA or CIA designation preferred.
• Experience in SOX/FDICIA and internal controls is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work with client executives to identify financial and operational risks.
• Develop deep knowledge of client businesses and industries.
• Provide strategic advice to implement new processes and controls.
• Assess and optimize risk across operational audit, ERM, and SOX.
• Review processes against frameworks, identify design/execution gaps.
• Draft executive summaries and client final reports.
• Lead engagements, manage staffing, timelines and client communications.

Skills

Internal audit

SOX/FDICIA

Risk assessment

Client management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

CPA or CIA designation

Job description

Baker Tilly International seeks a Financial Institutions Internal Audit & Controls Manager to join its Risk Advisory practice across multiple U.S. locations, including New York City. You will lead internal audit engagements, assess SOX/FDICIA controls, and advise on governance improvements with client teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in risk advisory or audit, a CPA or CIA, and strong communication skills to drive high-quality deliverables and outcomes for clients and stakeholders.