Senior Audit Leader – Risk, Controls & Compliance (Hybrid)

Farm Credit Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Credit Services in Columbia, SC is seeking a Manager of Audit to lead risk-based internal audits across operations, finance, and IT. This hybrid role partners with senior leadership to ensure audit quality from planning through reporting.

You will develop the annual audit plan, mentor a team of professionals, and promote a strong risk culture with adherence to internal standards. CPA/CIA/CISA preferred; more details in the posting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in audit, risk, or compliance in financial services.
• 4+ years of leadership or management experience.
• CPA, CIA, CISA or related certification preferred.
• Strong ability to communicate complex audit findings to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and/or execute risk-based operational, financial, and IT audit engagements from planning through reporting.
• Review audit workpapers and ensure conclusions are well-supported and standards-aligned.
• Communicate audit results and recommendations to stakeholders and senior leadership, including the Audit Committee.
• Monitor audit progress, resources, and timelines for high-quality delivery.
• Develop and maintain the annual risk-based audit plan by assessing organizational risks.
• Partner with management to identify emerging risks and strengthen internal controls.
• Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement to enhance audit effectiveness.
• Hire, coach, develop, and manage a team of audit professionals.
• Promote a strong culture of risk management, compliance, and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Audit standards

Risk management

Cybersecurity

Fraud risk

Project management

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Farm Credit Services in Columbia, SC is seeking a Manager of Audit to lead risk-based internal audits across operations, finance, and IT. This hybrid role partners with senior leadership to ensure audit quality from planning through reporting.

You will develop the annual audit plan, mentor a team of professionals, and promote a strong risk culture with adherence to internal standards. CPA/CIA/CISA preferred; more details in the posting.