Senior Internal Audit Lead — Risk & Data Analytics

M&T Bank; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank, based in Buffalo, NY, seeks an experienced Audit professional to lead and execute audits across the assigned domain within a hybrid work model (4 days onsite, 1 day remote). You will oversee risk assessments, continuous auditing, and remediation validations, while guiding Auditors on the team.

Responsibilities include planning, executing, and delivering high-quality audit reports, communicating findings to management, and promoting strong working relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience in auditing or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience; 1 year leadership experience.
• Experience with internal audit methodology and controls evaluation.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and influence management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in audits from planning to reporting, producing quality deliverables.
• Plan and execute assurance activities using modernized methodologies and tools.
• Write audit findings identifying risk and root cause; communicate with management.
• Partner with stakeholders to maintain independence and strong working relationships.
• Incorporate data analytics and automation into audit activities.
• Coach and supervise auditors and new hires, ensuring quality reviews.

Skills

Auditing

Leadership

Data analytics

Communication

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or Master’s degree

Certifications (CIA, CPA, CISA)

Tools

Audit software

Job description

M&T Bank, based in Buffalo, NY, seeks an experienced Audit professional to lead and execute audits across the assigned domain within a hybrid work model (4 days onsite, 1 day remote). You will oversee risk assessments, continuous auditing, and remediation validations, while guiding Auditors on the team.

Responsibilities include planning, executing, and delivering high-quality audit reports, communicating findings to management, and promoting strong working relationships with stakeholders.