Lead Auditor, Global Payments Network

Capital One; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Capital One in McLean, VA is seeking a Principal Auditor to lead audits within the Global Payment Network and to manage the enhanced review program. The role emphasizes risk assessment, control testing, and effective communication with senior leadership.

You'll develop engagement plans, supervise staff, coach junior auditors, and ensure timely, high-quality audit deliverables. The position requires collaboration across teams and a strong data analytics mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or military experience.
• 3+ years of experience in auditing.
• 3+ years in accounting, financial analysis, or compliance.
• Experience with data analysis in audits is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the team’s internal enhanced review program including coordination and scheduling, execution of reviews, and reporting with senior staff.
• Lead small audits or own significant components of larger audits related to the Global Payment Network.
• Develop engagement planning documentation and audit programs.
• Design and execute audit procedures to verify internal controls; document processes, review evidence, and identify issues.
• Prepare clear, organized documentation to support work performed, including findings.
• Maintain strong client and team relations; communicate audit progress to team and clients.
• Plan work across multiple priorities; take on additional tasks to support the team.
• Provide coaching and on-the-job training to audit staff.

Skills

Data analytics

Coaching & mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or military experience

Job description

Capital One in McLean, VA is seeking a Principal Auditor to lead audits within the Global Payment Network and to manage the enhanced review program. The role emphasizes risk assessment, control testing, and effective communication with senior leadership.

You'll develop engagement plans, supervise staff, coach junior auditors, and ensure timely, high-quality audit deliverables. The position requires collaboration across teams and a strong data analytics mindset.