Senior Internal Audit & Risk Manager – Banking

Elliott Davis; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Generous time away

Health and wellness benefits

Professional coaching

Leadership development

Job summary

Elliott Davis in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Manager – Risk Advisory to strengthen our Financial Services Group. You will lead internal audit engagements for banking clients, oversee teams, and deliver risk-based insights that enhance controls and operational effectiveness.

This role requires 5+ years in internal or external audit, COSO and risk assessment knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in internal/external audit, banking operations, risk management, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of COSO, audit methodologies, and risk assessment techniques.
• Experience leading client engagements and managing teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to travel up to 25 nights/year.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage internal audit engagements across key banking functions (loan ops, deposits, payments, wire transfers, ERM, MRM).
• Plan and scope engagements with risk assessments and audit programs.
• Oversee execution of audit procedures per firm standards and regulatory expectations.
• Review workpapers, results, and reports for clarity and accuracy.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and team workloads to deliver on scope.
• Serve as primary client contact during engagements and present findings.
• Provide strategic insights to strengthen controls and risk management.
• Coach and develop Senior Associates and Associates; support training.

Skills

Internal controls

COSO

Audit methodologies

Risk assessment

Banking operations

Client engagement

Team leadership

Written & verbal comms

Travel up to 25 nights/yr

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business administration

Job description

Elliott Davis in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Manager – Risk Advisory to strengthen our Financial Services Group. You will lead internal audit engagements for banking clients, oversee teams, and deliver risk-based insights that enhance controls and operational effectiveness.

This role requires 5+ years in internal or external audit, COSO and risk assessment knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to travel.