loanDepot

Leader, Internal Audit

loanDepot • $84K — $148K *
Irvine, CA 92620In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required; 6+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a Big 4 or large regional firm
  • Preferred experience in the Mortgage industry
  • CIA, CISA or similar training/certifications preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Solid problem-solving skills with a practical, solution-focused approach
  • Knowledge of ERM, COSO, IIA, and SOX compliance requirements

Responsibilities

  • Perform end-to-end audit engagements under Internal Audit leadership
  • Conduct assessments of business processes and IT controls to evaluate effectiveness
  • Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior management
  • Collaborate with management to create corrective action plans
  • Promote strong internal controls and risk management practices
  • Identify opportunities to optimize processes and reduce risk exposure
  • Support external regulatory and compliance reviews

Benefits

  • Aggressive compensation package based on experience and skill set
  • Inclusive and diverse work culture
  • Opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement
  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Wellness program for mental and physical health
  • Generous paid time off for all positions
Full Job Description
Description

Position at loanDepot

Position Summary:

Responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on internal audits that assess operational, financial, compliance and technology-enabled processes across the organization. Performs internal audit activities in a dynamic, evolving environment as risk profiles and regulatory expectation change. Partners with management to identify opportunities to strengthen processes, enhance risk mitigations, and increase operational efficiencies. Supports regulatory review and coordination with external auditors for various reviews.

Responsibilities:

  • Performs and supports assigned end-to-end audit engagements, including business, IT and technology-enabled reviews, from planning and fieldwork through reporting which includes testing, issue assessment, and remediation follow-up, under the direction of Internal Audit leadership
  • Conducts comprehensive assessments of business and processes, IT general controls, automated controls, and system dependent processes, evaluating control design and operating effectiveness to support a robust and compliant control environment.
  • Prepares clear, concise audit reports and presents findings, risks, and recommendations to senior management, as appropriate.
  • Collaborates with management to develop practical, effective corrective action plans, influencing process improvements and monitoring remediation progress to ensure timely completion.
  • Performs internal audit project plans and ongoing reporting, promoting strong internal controls, risk management practices, and sound corporate governance across the organization.
  • Identifies opportunities to streamline, standardize, and optimize processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risk exposure.
  • Supports external regulatory and compliance reviews, partnering closely with compliance teams and business leaders to ensure preparedness and alignment with regulatory expectations.
  • Performs and supports assigned reviews by coordinating activities, timelines, and deliverables, and escalating risk and issues as appropriate.
  • Leverages data analytics, dashboards, and audit tools (e.g., Workiva, GRC platforms, and etc.) to enhance audit efficiency and consistency.
  • Perform other duties and special projects assigned.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree required, and six (6) + years' experience working in a similar field; Big 4 or large regional firm accounting experience preferred along with strong analytical and communication skills.
  • Experience in the Mortgage industry preferred.
  • Training, license, or certificate (CIA, CISA or etc.) preferred.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
  • Ability to interpret data and apply basic to intermediate math skills.
  • Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Solid problem-solving skills with a practical, solution-focused approach.
  • Strong knowledge of financial services industry, business processes, information technology, ERM, COSO, IIA and SOX compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrate ability to manage projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Business continuity experience is a plus but not required.

Why work for #teamloanDepot:

  • Aggressive compensation package based on experience and skill set.
  • Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive.
  • Work with other passionate, purposeful, and customer-centric people.
  • Extensive internal growth and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision.
  • Wellness program to support both mental and physical health.
  • Generous paid time off for both exempt and non-exempt positions.

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay for this role is between $84,000 and $148,500. Your base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors, including your job-related knowledge/skills, qualifications, experience, and market location.

About loanDepot

LoanDepot, sometimes stylized as loanDepot, is a Lake Forest, California-based holding company which sells mortgage and non-mortgage lending products. In 2015, the company claimed to be the second largest non-bank provider of direct-to-consumer loans in the United States. LoanDepot was founded in 2010 by entrepreneur Anthony Hsieh, who had previously founded mortgage companies LoansDirect.com which he sold to E*Trade, and HomeLoanCenter.com, which he sold to LendingTree. The company's products at the time included fixed rate, jumbo, FHA and home equity loans, in addition to more controversial adjustable-rate mortgages and negative amortization products. In November 2015, the company postponed a planned IPO, citing poor market conditions. In March 2017, the company introduced technology to automate the loan process, allowing customers to apply for a mortgage without talking to a loan officer. In January 2018, the company announced two products as part of its technology platform, now called Mello, a home improvement unit to allow contractors to offer financing to customers, and Mello Home, a platform to connect pre-approved buyers to realtors. In September 2019, the company partnered with Century 21 Redwood Realty to form a new mortgage platform for the mid-Atlantic area, Day 1 Mortgage. loanDepot went public on the New York Stock Exchange on February 11, 2021 under the ticker symbol LDI.
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Market Cap
$453.5 million
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Founded
2010
5 Year Trend
+26.8%
NASDAQ
LDI
* Ladders Estimates

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