Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor


Locations: Salt Lake City, UT | Dallas, TX | New York, NY


Work Setup: Hybrid/Onsite as needed


Job Type: Contract. High chance of extension and fulltime conversion


About the Opportunity: Our client is looking to engage a Senior Internal Auditor to support ongoing audit and risk initiatives within a global banking environment. This is a contract position suited for professionals who can step into established audit teams and quickly contribute to high-quality audit delivery.


This role offers exposure to a broad range of banking functions, including capital markets, treasury, operations, and technology, within a highly regulated setting.


What You'll Be Doing:


In this role, you will take ownership of audit activities from planning through reporting, with a strong emphasis on risk-based execution. Responsibilities include:

• Leading and executing internal audits end-to-end, including scoping, risk assessment, testing, and reporting
• Reviewing and assessing internal controls, governance structures, and risk management practices across multiple banking functions
• Evaluating compliance with key regulatory frameworks such as Federal Reserve, OCC, FDIC, SOX, and Basel
• Identifying control weaknesses, analyzing root causes, and recommending practical improvements
• Drafting and presenting audit findings and reports to senior stakeholders
• Monitoring and validating remediation efforts to ensure issues are effectively resolved
• Supporting regulatory reviews, issue validations, and special projects as required
• Applying data analytics techniques to improve audit efficiency and coverage
• Managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced, regulated environment

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in internal audit or risk management, preferably within a global bank or large financial institution
• Strong understanding of risk-based auditing principles and frameworks such as COSO
• Experience auditing banking operations, products, and regulatory controls
• Exposure to regulatory remediation programs or heightened supervisory environments
• Familiarity with technology and IT controls, including ITGC, cybersecurity, or data governance
• Working knowledge of AML/KYC, sanctions, and financial crime controls
• Experience using data analytics or audit tools (e.g., ACL, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL)
• Ability to work independently while engaging effectively with stakeholders across functions
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field
• At least one of the following certifications is required:
  CIA, CPA, CRCM, CAMS, AAIA, CISA, or PMP