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Overview
The Lead Auditor leads and executes audits across their assigned domain. The individual is also responsible for overseeing and executing annual risk assessments, continuous auditing, and remediation plan validations. They communicate audit progress and findings to Bank Management and oversee Auditors (as applicable) on the assigned audit activities.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and participate in audits from planning to reporting and produce quality deliverables in accordance with the Division's methodology and professional standards while ensuring timely completion.
Plan and execute other assurance activities (including continuous auditing, product delivery assessments, validation procedures, investigations, and retrospective reviews) utilizing modernized assurance methodologies, tools, and approaches and in accordance with the Division’s methodology.
Write audit findings that clearly identify risk and root cause. Communicate findings to Bank Management in a timely fashion.
Partner with stakeholders, business management and Risk Management establishing strong working relationships while maintaining independence.
Embrace innovative change and help the team adapt to change.
Effectively incorporate data analytics and other automation techniques into all phases of audits and other activities.
Maintain knowledge in the assigned subject matter discipline.
Coach, develop and oversee work of Auditors and new hires, including executing review and supervision.
Embrace and exemplify the culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging.
Contribute to the achievement of division priorities.
Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
Complete other related duties as assigned.
Scope Of Responsibilities
This position leads and executes assurance activities, maintains relationships, and communicates with Bank Management, and oversees Auditors. They ensure activities are in conformance with professional auditing standards. They report to an Audit (Senior) Manager.
Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of relevant work experience, and 1 year of leadership experience
Experience with internal audit methodology
Solid understanding of internal control concepts with the ability to evaluate adequacy of the controls
Strong leadership skills and ability to coach and develop others
Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present sensitive and complex findings to business management and influence change
Proven ability to handle multiple projects at the same time
Education And Experience Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Statistics, or related technical field
MBA or Master’s Degree in an appropriate field
Related certifications (CIA, CPA, CISA, CAMS, cloud certification, or similar)
Financial services industry experience
Physical Requirements
M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $85,104.04 - $141,840.07 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.
Location
Buffalo, New York, United States of America
M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.
Overview
The Lead Auditor leads and executes audits across their assigned domain. The individual is also responsible for overseeing and executing annual risk assessments, continuous auditing, and remediation plan validations. They communicate audit progress and findings to Bank Management and oversee Auditors (as applicable) on the assigned audit activities.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and participate in audits from planning to reporting and produce quality deliverables in accordance with the Division's methodology and professional standards while ensuring timely completion.
Plan and execute other assurance activities (including continuous auditing, product delivery assessments, validation procedures, investigations, and retrospective reviews) utilizing modernized assurance methodologies, tools, and approaches and in accordance with the Division’s methodology.
Write audit findings that clearly identify risk and root cause. Communicate findings to Bank Management in a timely fashion.
Partner with stakeholders, business management and Risk Management establishing strong working relationships while maintaining independence.
Embrace innovative change and help the team adapt to change.
Effectively incorporate data analytics and other automation techniques into all phases of audits and other activities.
Maintain knowledge in the assigned subject matter discipline.
Coach, develop and oversee work of Auditors and new hires, including executing review and supervision.
Embrace and exemplify the culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging.
Contribute to the achievement of division priorities.
Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
Complete other related duties as assigned.
Scope Of Responsibilities
This position leads and executes assurance activities, maintains relationships, and communicates with Bank Management, and oversees Auditors. They ensure activities are in conformance with professional auditing standards. They report to an Audit (Senior) Manager.
Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of relevant work experience, and 1 year of leadership experience
Experience with internal audit methodology
Solid understanding of internal control concepts with the ability to evaluate adequacy of the controls
Strong leadership skills and ability to coach and develop others
Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present sensitive and complex findings to business management and influence change
Proven ability to handle multiple projects at the same time
Education And Experience Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Statistics, or related technical field
MBA or Master’s Degree in an appropriate field
Related certifications (CIA, CPA, CISA, CAMS, cloud certification, or similar)
Financial services industry experience
Physical Requirements
M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $85,104.04 - $141,840.07 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.
Location
Buffalo, New York, United States of America
M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.
Salary : $85,104 - $141,840
