Senior Audit Lead – SOX, COSO & Controls Expert

Jobtailor; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Internal Audit leader in New Jersey to guide risk assessment, planning, and execution of complex audits. You will supervise audits, manage confidential information, and drive end-to-end processes including APM, pRCM, and findings reporting.

The role requires strong SOX 404 and COSO expertise, excellent communication, and a background in financial services or banking. CPA/CIA/CISA preferred; collaboration with management is essential for remediation and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, SOX/ICFR, or Internal Controls.
• Strong knowledge of SOX 404, COSO Framework, and internal control design/testing.
• Financial services or banking industry experience.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting processes and regulatory requirements.
• Experience identifying control gaps, documenting findings, and remediation planning with management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized expertise to guide planning, risk assessment, and execution of audits.
• Lead and/or supervise complex audits and ensure completion.
• Undertake and complete a variety of complex audit projects requiring specialist knowledge.
• Oversee and/or independently perform concurrent multiple audits end-to-end.
• Process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Develop Audit Planning Memorandum (APM), Process Risk and Control Matrix (pRCM), Findings Grid and Audit Report.
• Provide thought leadership and industry knowledge for own area of expertise.
• Engage and manage relationships with business lines/corporate functions ensuring alignment with enterprise and regulatory requirements.

Skills

SOX 404 Knowledge

COSO Framework Expertise

Financial Services Experience

Communication Skills

Documentation & Findings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Internal Audit leader in New Jersey to guide risk assessment, planning, and execution of complex audits. You will supervise audits, manage confidential information, and drive end-to-end processes including APM, pRCM, and findings reporting.

The role requires strong SOX 404 and COSO expertise, excellent communication, and a background in financial services or banking. CPA/CIA/CISA preferred; collaboration with management is essential for remediation and