IT Audit - Lead Auditor

THIS ROLE WILL BE HYBRID 3 DAYS/WEEK OUT OF: BUFFALO NY, WILMINGTON DE, or BRIDGEPORT CT. MUST BE WITHIN LOCATION OR WILLING TO RELOCATE Overview: Leads and executes audits across their assigned domain. Responsible for overseeing and executing annual risk assessments, continuous auditing, and remediation plan validations. Communicate audit progress and findings to Bank management and oversee Auditors (as applicable) on assigned audit activities. Primary Responsibilities: Lead and execute audits of enterprise data management, data governance frameworks, data quality controls, and finance technology platforms (e.g., general ledger, sub-ledgers, reconciliation tools, reporting systems). Assess data governance and data lifecycle controls, including data lineage, metadata management, master data management, and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., BCBS 239, GDPR, CCPA). Evaluate finance technology controls, including system development lifecycle (SDLC), change management, access management, and automated controls within financial applications. Perform risk-based assessments of data platforms (data lakes, warehouses, ETL processes) and finance technology solutions (ERP, reporting tools, cloud-based financial systems). Incorporate data analytics and automation techniques to identify anomalies, validate data integrity, and enhance audit coverage. Write clear, risk-focused audit findings that identify root causes and recommend actionable remediation steps. Partner with stakeholders in Finance, Technology, Data Governance, and Risk Management to understand processes and emerging risks while maintaining independence. Stay current on emerging risks in data governance, data privacy, cloud technology, and financial systems. Coach and mentor team members, reviewing workpapers and ensuring adherence to internal audit methodology and professional standards. Scope of Responsibilities: This position leads and executes assurance activities, maintains relationships, and communicates with Bank management, and oversees Auditors. The position ensures activities are in conformance with professional auditing standards. The jobholder reports to an Audit (Senior) Manager. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Education and Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 9 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience Minimum of 1 year’s leadership experience Experience with internal audit methodology Solid understanding of internal control concepts Experience evaluating adequacy of the controls Strong leadership skills Experience coaching and developing others Proven analytical skills Proven critical thinking skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience presenting sensitive and complex findings to business management and influencing 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 Certifications: CISA, CIA, CPA, CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional), or equivalent. Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL, Python, or other data analytics tools; experience with visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI. Domain Expertise: Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, data privacy regulations, and finance technology platforms (e.g., Oracle Financials, SAP, Workday). Cloud Knowledge: Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and related security controls. Regulatory Knowledge: Awareness of SOX, BCBS 239, GDPR, and other relevant regulations. Soft Skills: Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and ability to translate technical risks into business impact. Financial services industry experience M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $89,600.00 - $149,300.00 (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 Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T’s affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Bank’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We are a bank for communities—combining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution. As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year. Our core values – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, and candor – drive the work we do. We seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members. View M&T’s Human Capital Report to learn more. Ready to join our team? Submit your application today! If you are unable to apply through this site due to technical issues or need an accommodation to apply, please contact us at [email protected] for assistance. 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