Senior Internal Audit Lead – Remote

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Flexible work schedules

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

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

The role emphasizes mentoring, collaboration, and strengthening control environments. You will engage in planning, testing, and reporting while guiding associates and interacting with clients to communicate findings and recommendations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, banking operations, risk management, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (COSO) and audit methodologies.
• Ability to assess risk, identify issues, and communicate findings clearly.
• Willingness to travel up to 25 nights per year and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead portions of internal audit engagements and supervise associates.
• Coordinate and perform walkthroughs, control testing, and substantive procedures.
• Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of controls and report findings.
• Review workpapers for accuracy and quality in accordance with firm standards.
• Communicate audit results with clients and leadership, including meetings and inquiries.
• Support engagement planning, risk assessment, and scoping activities.

Skills

Internal controls

COSO

Audit methodologies

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field

Job description

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

The role emphasizes mentoring, collaboration, and strengthening control environments. You will engage in planning, testing, and reporting while guiding associates and interacting with clients to communicate findings and recommendations.