Internal Audit Manager

The role

The Internal Audit Manager will lead the execution and development of a risk-based audit program. This person will evaluate controls, manage audit staff, and report to the Head of Internal Audit.

What you will do

• Lead the development and annual refresh of the risk assessment and audit plan
• Conduct independent audits and assessments for operational, compliance, and FDICIA audits
• Own assigned insourced and co-sourced audits from scoping through report issuance
• Manage, coach, and review workpapers for Internal Audit insourced and co-sourced staff
• Challenge business owners in a constructive manner
• Ensure findings are accurate, supported, and actionable
• Prepare and present written reports for the Audit Committee
• Ensure staff use approved tools, templates, and AI responsibly
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as accounting, business, or finance
• 5+ years of experience in internal audit and banking/financial services or a related field
• One or more of the following professional certifications: CPA, CIA, or CISA
• Demonstrated experience leading audits, supervising auditors, and partnering with senior management, process owners, external auditors, and regulatory examiners
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate evidence, challenge unsupported conclusions, and ensure audit findings are accurate, clear, and actionable
• Strong understanding of risk assessment, internal control evaluation, audit methodology, issue management, and regulatory expectations
• Strong judgment, analytical skills, and ability to challenge stakeholders respectfully and independently
• Exceptional communication skills
• Strong organizational skills

Nice to have

• experience in a regulated bank or fintech environment

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401k Matching
• Wellness benefits including FSA, HSA and HRA
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible vacation policy, including PTO and paid holidays

About the company

Lead is a banking infrastructure platform that enables fintechs to offer compliant, programmable services. It is an API-first, developer-focused partner bank.