Manager, Internal Audit

Sallie Mae; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Generous PTO and holidays

401k with employer match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Hybrid working arrangements

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sallie Mae is seeking a Manager, Internal Audit to strengthen our risk and controls framework across our offices in Newark, DE; Salt Lake City, UT; and Sterling, VA with planned Arlington move. You will supervise annual audit plans, lead financial, operational and compliance audits, and report results to management.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in internal audit, a CPA/CIA is a plus, and strong analytical, communication, and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance required; CIA/CPA a plus.
• 5+ years of internal audit experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual internal audit plan.
• Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits.
• Evaluate policies and controls for regulatory compliance.
• Document findings and action plans.
• Communicate results to management and track remediation.
• Stay updated on audit methodologies.

Skills

Internal audit

COSO

SOX

IPPF

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CIA or CPA certification

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Job description

When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students.

We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big. Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way. We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other. This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work. Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more. We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills. Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.

What You'll Contribute

The Manager, Internal Audit will be responsible for supporting the internal audit function, ensuring that our organization operates with integrity, compliance, and effective risk management practices.

This role can be located in our Newark, DE office, our Salt Lake City, UT office or our Sterling, VA office with its planned move to Arlington, VA in Fall 2026.

What You'll Do

• Manage the development and implementation of the annual audit plan, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct internal audits, including financial, operational, and compliance audits, to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Review and evaluate existing policies, procedures, and control systems to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Identify control deficiencies, process inefficiencies, and potential risks, and provide recommendations for remediation and process enhancements.
• Prepare clear and concise audit workpapers and reports, documenting audit findings, recommendations, and action plans.
• Communicate audit results and recommendations to management, facilitating discussions on control weaknesses and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor and track the status of audit recommendations, ensuring timely implementation and resolution.
• Stay updated on emerging trends, regulatory changes, and industry standards in internal auditing, and propose improvements to audit methodologies and practices.

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job; it is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this role.

What You Have

• Sound knowledge of internal audit principles, methodologies, and standards, as well as a good understanding of risk management and compliance principles.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations, frameworks, and standards such as COSO, SOX, and IPPF.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in audit software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Integrity, professionalism, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. A relevant professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CPA (Certified Public Accountant) is a plus.
• Proven experience in internal audit or related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience.

The Americans With Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing that function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.

Feeling Your Best Helps You Do Your Best

Our benefits take care of the whole you—so you can build your work around your life (not the other way around!).

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more
• Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs
• Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)
• Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs
• Career development and training opportunities

Sallie Mae is proud to be an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Click here to view the U.S. Pay Transparency Policy, here for federal job applicant notices, and here to view the California Employee Privacy Notice.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please call [phone] and choose option 9. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.