Director, Internal Audit - IT (Remote)

Join us on our mission to create a completely new, 100% digital bank that truly serves customers' best interests. We are a close-knit and fun-loving team of seasoned financial services professionals who came together for the challenge of building a bank from scratch - and we are committed to doing it all the right way (from technology infrastructure to modern marketing to customer experience).

The anticipated salary range for this role is between $190,000.00 and $225,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.

We work with the flexibility and speed of a start-up. But we also have significant stability and capital from being part of the SMBC Group (Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation). SMBC is the second largest bank in Japan and the 12th largest bank in the world with operations in over forty countries. And SMBC is committed to disrupting the US marketplace with ground-breaking products.

It is the best of both worlds, and we are seeking proven marketing leaders to propel us towards a national launch. We have both the ambitious growth plans and the 'patient capital' necessary to execute a multi-year plan. Join us on the journey to deliver an exciting concept of evolved banking.

JOB SUMMARY:

SMBC MANUBANK is seeking an experienced Consumer  Banking Audit Director to work with the Internal Audit Department. The Audit Director will design the audit plan, supervise the execution of internal audits, ensuring audit work is performed in accordance with IIA standards and IAD policies and procedures, as well as participate as a team member on the audit engagements and projects. Jenius Bank is being constructed as a business unit within the retail and is located in California (SMBC MANUBANK) but will offer its products and operate nationally. This position will report to the SMBC MANUBANK Audit Executive Director, Internal Audit Team Lead who in turn reports to SMBC MANUBANK Internal Audit Department (IAD) Chief Audit Executive.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct and supervise consumer  banking audits from inception to completion including planning, testing, issue identification, workpaper review and audit reporting.
• Provide support, coaching and feedback to audit team including external consultants, as applicable, and assign responsibilities appropriately.
• Manage audit teams to execute high quality reviews within a prescribed timeframe.
• Determine audit scope  based on risk-based approach.
• Issue audit reports with clear and value-added messages, identifying root causes and remediation recommendations.
• Participate in quarterly and annual continuous monitoring activities of assigned auditable entities, including risk assessment process to accurately document the risk profile and identify key regulatory requirements, third-party vendors, models, information security and cyber, and IT systems/applications. 
• Track and validate closure of issues raised by the audit department and regulators.
• As needed, assist with the delivery and execution of IAS’s broader audit plan and assurance responsibilities. Effectively communicate with stakeholders and audit senior management to clearly articulate audit strategy, testing results and corrective measures. In addition, actively participate in executive management meetings and/or committee meetings.
• Develop, promote, and maintain a collaborative and strong working relationship with SMBC MANUBANK,  AD heads, external auditors, and regulators.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 10 years of internal audit experience in the banking and financial industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Management Information Systems, or a related field, with in-depth IT Audit knowledge.  
• CIA, CFE, CISA, CISSP is a plus. Understanding of consumer bank products (e.g., personal loans, savings, deposits, credit cards), regulatory requirements, and IT risk frameworks. 
• Subject matter expertise in Digital Banking, Consumer Banking, Information security and cyber, IT applications and key controls, cloud platforms (Azure, GCP), mobile app, including Fraud Management, Operations, and AML/BSA.     
• Demonstrates strong understanding of internal audit techniques, internal controls, and audit workpapers standards.
• Ability to maintain independence and objectivity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and professional skills to support the audit execution and to interact effectively at all levels within the organization.
• Exhibits an appropriate level of professional skepticism and encourages their team to do the same.
• Shows initiative and applies critical thinking skills to effectively challenge decisions made by the audit execution team.
• Negotiates and resolves conflict within the audit team and with the audit client.

EOE STATEMENT
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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