Senior Internal Audit Manager - Risk & Controls Leader

Sallie Mae; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Generous PTO and holidays

401k with employer match

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Sallie Mae is seeking an experienced Manager of Internal Audit to support our internal audit function, ensuring integrity, compliance, and effective risk management across the organization.

Location options include Newark, DE; Salt Lake City, UT; or Sterling, VA with a planned move to Arlington, VA in Fall 2026. The role requires leading audits, evaluating controls, and driving remediation with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field with professional certification preferred.
• 5+ years of internal audit experience or related field.
• Familiarity with COSO, SOX, and IPPF.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual internal audit plan.
• Conduct internal audits (financial, operational, compliance) and assess control effectiveness.
• Review policies and controls for regulatory compliance.
• Identify deficiencies and provide remediation recommendations.
• Prepare audit workpapers and reports with clear findings and action plans.
• Communicate results to management and track remediation progress.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and audit practices.

Skills

Internal audit principles

Risk management

Compliance principles

COSO SOX IPPF familiarity

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CIA or CPA is a plus

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sallie Mae is seeking an experienced Manager of Internal Audit to support our internal audit function, ensuring integrity, compliance, and effective risk management across the organization.

Location options include Newark, DE; Salt Lake City, UT; or Sterling, VA with a planned move to Arlington, VA in Fall 2026. The role requires leading audits, evaluating controls, and driving remediation with stakeholders.