Vice President, Internal Audit Transformation & Change

ABOUT THE ROLE An established financial services organization is seeking a Vice President, Internal Audit Transformation & Change to assess risks and controls across strategic initiatives, technology programs, and enterprise change projects. This role offers exposure to senior stakeholders and responsibility for complex audit assignments within a collaborative audit team. The position will lead audit planning and execution, evaluate project governance and delivery controls, and monitor emerging risks across a portfolio of initiatives. The ideal candidate brings financial services internal audit experience and expertise in project, program, and technology change assurance. Location: New Jersey;hybrid with two days per week in office. Compensation: $175, 000 $200, 000, plus variable compensation, 401(k) match, and benefits. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead planning, testing, and reporting for transformation and change audits. Develop risk-based audit approaches, testing strategies, and supporting documentation. Assess project governance, program oversight, and technology delivery controls. Communicate audit findings and practical recommendations to stakeholders. Validate remediation of internal audit findings and regulatory issues. Monitor strategic initiatives to identify emerging risks and control gaps. Provide change and technology expertise during integrated audits. Review junior auditors work and provide coaching and guidance. Apply data analytics to strengthen audit coverage and testing. Contribute to audit risk assessments, annual planning, and methodology improvements. QUALIFICATIONS Extensive internal audit experience within financial services, preferably banking. Strong experience auditing projects, programs, and transformation portfolios. Knowledge of project governance, change management, and technology delivery risks. Understanding of the software development lifecycle and related controls. Familiarity with regulatory expectations applicable to financial institutions. Ability to manage multiple audit assignments and shifting priorities. Strong analytical, written communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience reviewing audit work and mentoring team members. Bachelor s or master s degree required;technology-related discipline preferred. Relevant audit or project management credentials, such as CISA, CIA, CISM, PMP, or equivalent. Experience using data analytics tools to support audit execution. Big Four change audit experience or first-line technology and change management experience preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Madison-Davis