VP Audit Lead - Commercial Banking Controls & Growth

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Chicago is seeking a Vice President to join our Commercial Investment Banking Audit team. You will lead audit engagements, plan testing, document results, and partner with global Audit colleagues to strengthen internal controls across the bank.

The role offers exposure to senior executives, opportunities for professional growth, and a chance to shape governance and operations. You should be a fast learner, able to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional

Qualifications

• 7+ years of internal or external auditing experience or relevant business experience.
• Bachelor's degree (or relevant financial services experience) required.
• Ability to lead projects and participate in assignments in a team environment.
• Markets experience, familiarity with trading businesses and key risk types.
• Familiarity with securitized products (ABS/MBS/CMBS) or similar instruments and public finance.
• Knowledge of front-to-back trading lifecycle and control points, including front office trading, financing middle office processes, and product control.
• Strong understanding of internal control concepts and ability to evaluate controls considering business and technology risks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present complex issues to senior management.
• Strong analytical skills to assess probability and impact of control weaknesses.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, willing to take accountability, and able to adapt under pressure.
• Willingness to pursue professional certifications (CPA or CIA).
• Experience operating as part of a global team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a variety of audit activities, including planning, testing, risk evaluation, issue dimensioning, and report drafting.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit teams such as Technology, Data Analytics, and regional teams.
• Finalize audit findings and provide an overall opinion on the control environment to senior management.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging risks.
• Take ownership of self-development and engage in continued learning across the firm.
• Foster a culture of integrity, respect, diversity, excellence and innovation.

Skills

Audit leadership

Regulatory risk

Communication

Analytical thinking

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Job description

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Chicago is seeking a Vice President to join our Commercial Investment Banking Audit team. You will lead audit engagements, plan testing, document results, and partner with global Audit colleagues to strengthen internal controls across the bank.

The role offers exposure to senior executives, opportunities for professional growth, and a chance to shape governance and operations. You should be a fast learner, able to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional