Senior Lead Auditor - Financial Risk Review (SOX)

KeyBank; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Lead Auditor to join their Risk Review Group. This role involves overseeing risk reviews, ensuring compliance with regulations, and communicating findings to management. Candidates should have strong audit knowledge and leadership skills, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The position offers flexibility with remote work options and a competitive salary range based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of audit or related experience.
• Relevant professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete risk reviews: Planning, Fieldwork, and Reporting.
• Conduct walkthroughs and test internal controls.
• Communicate audit findings to senior management.

Skills

Audit Concepts

Business Writing

Leadership

Communication

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Location:

For Those Who Work At Home - Various, Ohio 44144

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Risk Review Group (Internal Audit) is the third line of defense. The Risk Review Group (RRG) is accountable to the KeyCorp Audit Committee and is responsible for providing an independent and objective perspective on KeyCorp's processes and risks through assessment and testing of the adequacy and effectiveness of Key's risk management policies and practices, while also ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations. This is accomplished through completion of an Annual Audit Plan, which includes both risk evaluations and risk reviews (internal audits).

The Senior Lead Auditor will be responsible for coordinating and completing the three phases of a risk review: Planning, Fieldwork, and Reporting. This includes conducting walkthroughs, interacting with line of business personnel, testing and documenting internal controls, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, drafting findings, and reporting. The Senior Lead Auditor will also identify risks and controls related to various business functions. Additionally, they may serve as the lead on complex reviews, manage staff, and provide feedback. Participation in ad-hoc projects, risk intelligence activities, and training is also expected.

The Financial Risk Review (FRR) provides independent testing of Key’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program and collaborates with Financial Risk Governance (FRG) and external auditors like Ernst & Young (EY). FRR assesses control effectiveness to prevent material misstatements, performs substantive testing, SOC1 audits, and compliance reviews, covering areas such as Treasury, Reconciliations, Real Estate Capital, Wires, Capital Markets, Accounts Payable, and Loan Systems.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Intermediate knowledge of audit concepts, including testing, findings, and reporting.
• Strong business writing skills for effective communication.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments, communicate delays, and delegate work.
• Leadership skills to oversee reviews and manage staff, providing performance feedback.
• Ability to identify improvements and draw insights from risk intelligence and regulations.
• Effective communication of audit findings to senior management.
• Relationship-building skills within teams and across the organization.
• Understanding of product skills, industry, and regulatory concepts.
• Commitment to respect, accountability, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree – preferred

Master’s Degree – preferred

Minimum of 4 years of audit or related experience

Relevant professional certification – preferred

RELEVANT CERTIFICATIONS

CPA, CIA, CFE (all preferred)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

All employees are expected to demonstrate Key’s Values and Leadership Competencies.

Role may be mobile or home-based, supporting flexible work environments.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range is $75,000 to $95,000 annually, depending on experience and location. Compensation includes potential short-term and deferred incentives based on performance.

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Role may be performed remotely or in a Key facility, supporting a Mobile by Design approach.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 06/27/2025

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants, including those with disabilities or disabled veterans, may request accommodations by emailing [e-mail].

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