Senior Internal Audit Lead, Finance & Platforms

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Synchrony is seeking an experienced Internal Audit professional to support the VP of Internal Audit for Finance, Platforms and Strategy with risk assessments, audits, and continuous monitoring.

You will lead audit engagements from planning through reporting with limited direction from the Senior Audit Manager and help develop the annual SYF Internal Audit plan while conducting thorough process walkthroughs with management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 6 years of experience in audit, accounting, financial services, or related field; in lieu of a degree, 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Holds or is actively pursuing CPA, CIA, or another relevant professional certification
• Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required
• 7+ years combined experience in internal audit, public accounting, regulatory, or relevant banking/financial services roles desired
• Strong understanding of internal audit concepts, risk-based auditing, and audit lifecycle execution
• Demonstrated knowledge of the IIA International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF)
• Proficiency in audit planning, audit program development, test design, and efficient execution
• Strong process and control evaluation skills
• Knowledge/experience with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX requirements and related processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to integrate business, operational, technology, and financial considerations into audit assessments
• Ability to identify issues objectively and recommend practical, risk-aligned solutions
• Solid understanding of business technologies and their impact on the control environment
• Strong analytical, risk management, and problem-solving capabilities; high attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while contributing effectively to team objectives
• Strong PC skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints
• Must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required
• Synchrony will not sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job opening

Responsibilities

• Support the VP of Internal Audit for Finance, Platforms and Strategy with risk assessments, audits, and continuous monitoring
• Lead audit engagements from planning through reporting with limited direction from the Senior Audit Manager
• Support annual risk assessment and development of the SYF Internal Audit plan
• Conduct and document detailed process walkthroughs with management
• Identify process risks, controls, control gaps, and control deficiencies and assess business impact
• Document audit work papers articulating purpose, scope, procedures, and conclusions
• Execute audits efficiently in conformance with professional and departmental standards, budgets, and timelines
• Validate closure of audit issues, including regulatory matters and other high-risk issues
• Prepare planning memos, audit programs, issue write-ups, and audit reports
• Communicate audit results to Internal Audit leadership and business management
• Monitor emerging economic, regulatory, and business risks and recommend updates to assessments, plans, and programs
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and provide subject matter advice
• Research and apply banking regulation, reporting, and operational topics to audit work
• Provide coaching and technical guidance as appropriate
• Maintain professional competency through ongoing development and adherence to IIA Standards and departmental policies
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Skills

Internal audit concepts

Risk-based auditing

Audit lifecycle execution

IPPF knowledge

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Synchrony is seeking an experienced Internal Audit professional to support the VP of Internal Audit for Finance, Platforms and Strategy with risk assessments, audits, and continuous monitoring.

You will lead audit engagements from planning through reporting with limited direction from the Senior Audit Manager and help develop the annual SYF Internal Audit plan while conducting thorough process walkthroughs with management.