AVP, Audit Manager - IT

Role Summary/Purpose:

This position reports into an Audit Senior Manager that is responsible for executing on the audit plan covering Synchrony Financial’s Information Technology organization. The incumbent is primarily responsible for the execution of IT audit engagements that entail the review, testing, analysis, and conclusion over the design and effectiveness of the bank’s control environment, as well as validation of corrective actions.

Our Way of Working

We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home, near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.

Essential Responsibilities:

Contribute and execute as part of a team on scheduled audits, executing audit projects from start to finish

Support detailed process walkthroughs with management, including the identification of process risks and controls

Document clear audit work papers that succinctly articulate purpose, scope, procedures and conclusions of test work performed

Identify control gaps or control deficiencies and assess the impact to the business

With support from the Senior Audit Manager, present audit results to internal audit management, as well as the business organization

Prepare draft written audit reports and other presentations for review and approval by the Senior Audit Manager

Maintain internal audit competency through ongoing professional development

Maintain understanding of current and emerging risks within the subject area

Track and validate findings/issues to ensure they are appropriately addressed

Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Information security, finance, accounting, business, network engineering or equivalent related field or in lieu of degree, 10 years equivalent experience.

Minimum experience of 5 years in audit with emphasis in IT.

Desired Characteristics:

Currently holds, or is actively pursuing CPA, CIA, or other relevant professional designation/association.

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrates a strong understanding of IS and IT frameworks including NIST and CoBIT

Possesses an understanding of applicable regulatory guidance including FFIEC and OCC.

Ability to effectively integrate business, operational, compliance, technological, and financial components into audit work performed.

Ability to objectively identify problems and recommend solutions to complex control, financial, or technical issues.

Understands all relevant business technologies and their impact to the control environment.

Ability to flowchart business processes and data flows

Able to work independently on multiple assignments while effectively supporting teamwork and achievement of team objectives

Strong analytical, risk management, and problem solving skills.

Strong PC Skills - MS Office suite, Visio, SAS, ACL

Demonstrate verbal and written ability to articulate the business objectives, business risk, processes, and controls

Grade/Level: 10

The salary range for this position is 75,000.00 - 130,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.

Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.

Eligibility Requirements:

You must be 18 years or older

You must have a high school diploma or equivalent

You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process

You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Commitment:

When you join us, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard—but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+, with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.

This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Job Family Group:Internal Audit

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