USAA

Senior Audit Manager - Professional Practices - Audit Planning and Methodology

USAA$143K — $273K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business or relevant field; experience may substitute for degree.
  • 8 years of audit, financial, or related leadership experience required.
  • Experience with internal/external audits in a regulated environment.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of audit principles and practices.
  • Strong communication skills with ability to influence business partners.
  • Proficiency in evaluating risks and internal controls.
  • Experience mentoring audit team members and collaborating with partners.

Responsibilities

  • Manage complex audit engagements and oversee staff assignments.
  • Prepare, review, and lead audit and advisory activities.
  • Ensure audits meet professional and corporate standards
  • Approve risk control matrices and scope for audits.
  • Identify control weaknesses and propose improvements.
  • Maintain quality control of audit work papers and findings.
  • Build client relationships to support organizational objectives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) and pension programs.
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
  • Support for parental and adoption assistance.
  • Paid volunteer hours and wellness programs.
  • Career path planning and continuing education opportunities.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

As a dedicated Senior Audit Manager, you will manage audit engagements, varying in complexity, and often participates in complex, cross-functional risk-based assurance and advisory engagements driving quality of audit work. May lead engagements as Auditor-In-Charge (AIC). This role maintains knowledge of financial services regulations and effectively responds and interacts with regulators. Provides oversight to multiple audit engagements and participates in review of engagement planning, fieldwork and reporting. Manages strategic initiatives and assists with the development and implementation of a risk-based audit plan. Serves, and/or partners with subject matter expert(s) within audit or the business to analyze issues, establish collaborative client relationships, and proactively work with client management to assess risk and improve internal controls. Adheres to the Institute of Internal Auditors' International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards) and Code of Ethics

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX or Charlotte, NC. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you'll do:
  • Influences business and clients across the enterprise regarding effective internal controls and mitigating risks across the full Enterprise taxonomy and challenges business management to adopt appropriate policies and procedures and effective controls designed to mitigate risks.
  • Manages audit engagement-related efforts and assignments of staff with varying degrees of expertise and experience when conducting engagements, specialized audits or business audits recognizing the cross-matrixing and cross-functionality within the specialized functions/business areas.
  • Independently prepares, reviews, and leads continuous monitoring and advisory activities, special reviews and investigations.
  • Ensures assigned audit engagements are completed objectively, professionally, timely and in accordance with corporate and industry audit standards.
  • Approves the engagement risk and control matrix and scope of the audit for final review and approval by Audit Leadership.
  • Proactively identifies control weaknesses and opportunities for improvement in the current operating environment providing recommendations for corrective action. Drafts the related audit issues and audit reports for issuance to respective client leadership conducting follow-up activities.
  • Responsible for quality of audit reviews with final signoff of work papers; proposes and/or recommends updates to the universe risk assessment of the entity based on audit results.
  • Leads team activities and provides feedback to the team on audit activities related to planning and scoping, testing and sampling methodology and testing conclusions that demonstrate critical thinking ability.
  • Builds and enhances client relationships across the organization for areas of responsibility helping to drive strategic objectives with the business.
  • Communicates effectively with business/clients to include delivering both risk-based and difficult messages. May be asked to communicate with regulators and executive leaders.
  • Provides recommendations on staffing assignments to audit leadership and guidance to staff members.
  • Provides coaching and guidance to other auditors ensuring timeliness and quality of audit engagement deliverables. May deliver audit team end of engagement evaluations.
  • Provides input into the creation of the internal audit universe and audit entities risk profile. Updates universe risk assessment information with current and applicable research and industry feedback.
  • Participates in development of the Audit annual plan for assigned areas of responsibility including proper assessment and coverage of risks and emerging risks and assists with execution of the annual plan.


What you have:
  • Bachelor's degree in business or relevant field such as Finance, Accounting, Business, or Information Technology. Four additional years of related experience beyond minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
  • 8 years of audit, financial, insurance, banking, information technology or related business and/or leadership experience.
  • Experience performing internal audits, external audits, or applying audit, risk, or compliance acumen in a complex operational and regulatory environment.
  • Broad and comprehensive experience in Audit theory, internal audit principles with demonstrated experience in audit examining, analyzing, assessing, and drawing conclusions from audit work.
  • Demonstrated experience effectively communicating and challenging Controls with business partners and influencing business outcomes.
  • Understanding of risks and internal controls and the ability to evaluate and determine adequacy and efficiency of controls.
  • Experience in a support role, mentoring, and providing feedback to audit team members throughout the audit.
  • Experience in overseeing work with both internal and external partners in a highly collaborative environment
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and knowledge of data analysis tools and techniques and decision-making abilities.
  • Demonstrated experience in highly dynamic environment undergoing change; ability to deal with competing priorities.


What sets you apart:
  • Demonstrated expertise in leading or supporting the annual risk-based audit planning process and ongoing audit plan change management and monitoring.
  • Proven experience in maintaining the audit universe to support comprehensive organizational audit coverage.
  • Advanced ability to work with, analyze, and interpret large and complex data sets
  • Experience leading audit methodology enhancements and initiatives aligned with IIA Global Internal Audit Standards.
  • Extensive experience supporting audit operations within large, complex financial institutions.
  • Deep understanding of the regulatory guidance for financial services internal audit functions, with the ability to integrate regulatory considerations into planning, reporting, and ongoing audit operations.
  • US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner.


Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $143,320 - $273,930

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

About USAA

United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC) was incorporated on March 2, 1989 in Miami Gardens, FL to provide a high quality and low cost insurance product to the non-standard automobile insurance market. The company is family owned and it is one of the largest privately held property and casualty insurance companies in the United States.UAIC has a world class information technology department. Their web technology is rated year after year as the easiest to use and most dependable by our agents.

USAA Careers

Joining USAA means becoming part of a family that welcomes diversity and is built on a culture of service and innovation. Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional service to our members, and we are always looking for passionate individuals to join our dynamic team. Whether you're starting your career or looking to grow professionally, USAA offers a range of job opportunities across various fields. Work You'll Do At USAA, we offer more than just jobs; we offer careers that make a difference. With a variety of positions available, from customer service to IT, you can find the perfect fit for your skills and interests. Our commitment to professional growth means we support your journey through leadership development programs, professional networking opportunities, and diverse career paths. USAA's commitment to innovation and leadership in the financial services industry makes it the ideal place to advance your career. We empower our employees to lead projects and initiatives that transform our services and operations. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a USAA internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience and a chance to see what a career at USAA really looks like. Interns at USAA gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals on real projects that affect our members' lives. Benefits and Culture USAA recognizes that job satisfaction extends beyond the office. That's why we offer competitive benefits packages that support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits include comprehensive health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Moreover, our inclusive culture is one of our greatest strengths. We are committed to diversity training and creating an environment where all employees can thrive. USAA's culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the employment opportunities at USAA today. We are hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to make a difference. Check out our open positions, tailor your resume, and prepare for an interview where you can showcase your unique skills. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work at USAA. Subscribe to our careers blog and personalize your subscription to receive job alerts and the latest news tailored to your preferences. Discover the rewarding career opportunities awaiting you at USAA. Join a company that values leadership, innovation, and commitment to service. Start your journey with USAA today, where your future is waiting to be written.
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