Manager of Audit

Agfirst

$100K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • 10+ years of audit, risk, compliance, or related experience, preferably in financial services
  • 4+ years of leadership or management experience
  • Strong knowledge of internal audit standards and internal control frameworks
  • Proven ability to communicate complex findings and influence stakeholders
  • Demonstrated success in team leadership and project management
  • CPA, CIA, CISA, or other relevant professional certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Manage risk-based operational, financial, and IT audit engagements from planning through reporting
  • Review audit workpapers for accuracy and alignment with professional standards
  • Communicate audit results, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders and senior leadership
  • Monitor audit progress, resources, and timelines for timely delivery
  • Develop and maintain the annual risk-based audit plan based on organizational risks
  • Partner with management to identify emerging risks and strengthen controls
  • Lead quality assurance initiatives to enhance audit effectiveness
  • Hire, coach, and manage a team of audit professionals

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Strong focus on risk management and compliance culture
  • Engagement with senior leadership and Audit Committee
  • Chance to influence organizational processes and improve effectiveness
Full Job Description
Job Description

Manager of Audit - Columbia, SC (Hybrid)

The Manager of Audit directs risk-based audit planning and execution to evaluate and recommend improvements to operational, financial, and IT processes. This role ensures conformance with Global Internal Audit Standards and drives continuous improvement through quality assurance improvement initiatives.

What You'll Do
  • Manage and/or execute risk-based operational, financial, and IT audit engagements from planning through reporting.
  • Review audit workpapers and ensure audit conclusions are well-supported, accurate, and aligned with professional standards.
  • Communicate audit results, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders and senior leadership, including the Audit Committee.
  • Monitor audit progress, resources, and timelines to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of engagements.
  • Develop and maintain the annual risk-based audit plan by assessing organizational risks and business priorities.
  • Partner with management and leadership teams to identify emerging risks and strengthen internal controls.
  • Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance audit effectiveness and compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards.
  • Hire, coach, develop, and manage a team of audit professionals, providing performance feedback and growth opportunities.
  • Promote a strong culture of risk management, compliance, security awareness, and accountability across the organization.

What You'll Need
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 10+ years of audit, risk, compliance, or related experience, preferably within financial services or financial institutions.
  • 4+ years of leadership or management experience.
  • Strong knowledge of internal audit standards, internal control frameworks, risk management, governance, cybersecurity, and fraud risk principles.
  • Proven ability to communicate complex audit findings and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated success leading teams, managing projects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • CPA, CIA, CISA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.


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