Senior Fintech Risk Advisory Internal Audit Leader

Elliott Davis; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Wellness benefits

Coaching and development

Leadership programs

Beyond program access

Job summary

Elliott Davis is seeking a Senior Associate – Risk Advisory to join our Financial Services Group. You will lead internal audit engagements, supervise staff, and deliver high‑quality advisory services to fintechs and financial institutions.

In this role you will mentor junior staff, coordinate testing, and help maintain engagement quality standards while contributing to the growth of our FSG practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, banking operations, fintech operations, risk management, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of fintech operations and regulatory framework, banking operations, COSO, and audit methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to review work and ensure quality deliverables.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Execute and lead internal audit engagements across banking and fintech functions.
• Plan and coordinate audit testing activities, including walkthroughs and control testing.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Review associate workpapers for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards.
• Ensure engagements are completed on schedule and within scope.
• Provide day‑to‑day guidance and mentoring to Associates.
• Prepare and review audit reports with observations and recommendations.
• Support client communication, including leading portions of meetings.

Skills

Internal audit

Banking operations

Fintech operations

Risk assessment

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Project management

Education

CPA/CIA/CISA/CAMS (progress toward)

Tools

COSO framework

Audit methodologies

Job description

Elliott Davis is seeking a Senior Associate – Risk Advisory to join our Financial Services Group. You will lead internal audit engagements, supervise staff, and deliver high‑quality advisory services to fintechs and financial institutions.

In this role you will mentor junior staff, coordinate testing, and help maintain engagement quality standards while contributing to the growth of our FSG practice.