Financial Institutions Internal Audit Lead - Hybrid

Baker Tilly; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly in Irvine, CA is seeking a Financial Institutions Internal Audit & Controls Manager to help clients strengthen risk management, governance, and controls. You will lead engagements, work with client executives, and mentor teams while delivering high-quality work across SOX, ERM, and regulatory requirements.

The role offers upward career trajectory, exposure to national clients, and a collaborative culture within a dynamic advisory practice.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree.
• Five (5) years of experience.
• CPA or CIA designation preferred.
• Experience leading internal audit and SOX/FDICIA engagements.
• Experience in risk advisory within the financial services industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audit and SOX/FDICIA engagements, including risk assessment and testing.
• Manage client engagements and teams, including planning, staffing, and delivery of work products.
• Communicate audit observations, findings and remediation matters to client management.
• Provide strategic advisory to clients on governance, controls and process improvements.

Skills

Risk advisory

Audit

SOX

FDICIA

Engagement leadership

Client communications

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA or CIA designation

Job description

Baker Tilly in Irvine, CA is seeking a Financial Institutions Internal Audit & Controls Manager to help clients strengthen risk management, governance, and controls. You will lead engagements, work with client executives, and mentor teams while delivering high-quality work across SOX, ERM, and regulatory requirements.

The role offers upward career trajectory, exposure to national clients, and a collaborative culture within a dynamic advisory practice.