Senior Audit Leader — Risk & Analytics Impact

M&T Bank; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 129,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Audit Senior Manager to lead audits, coach team members, and drive a high-quality product aligned with industry standards.

You will oversee risk assessment, audit execution, and continuous auditing for designated portfolios, while supporting the department’s strategic vision and stakeholder engagement. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Statistics, or other related technical field.
• MBA or Master’s degree.
• Minimum of 9 years’ relevant work experience or 13 years with education

Responsibilities

• Support the risk assessment process and annual audit plan for designated lines of business.
• Independently manage all phases of the audit process with minimal oversight.
• Consult with stakeholders on risk, control matters, and audit findings.
• Lead audit teams and incorporate data analytics to drive decisions.
• Coach and develop audit staff and participate in staff development.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Negotiation

Staff development

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field

MBA or Master’s degree

Tools

None

Job description

M&T Bank in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Audit Senior Manager to lead audits, coach team members, and drive a high-quality product aligned with industry standards.

You will oversee risk assessment, audit execution, and continuous auditing for designated portfolios, while supporting the department’s strategic vision and stakeholder engagement. Strong leadership and communication are essential.