Sr. Audit Manager - Quant

The Senior Audit Manager Quantitative (SAMQ) leads a team of Quantitative Auditors conducting complex technical audit assessments to identify and mitigate risk in financial and non‑financial models and quantitative tools across Truist. The SAMQ also supports business‑line relationship management, risk monitoring, and professional development of the Model Risk audit team. Responsibilities Oversee the execution of various model validation reviews led and managed by less experienced Quantitative Auditors within the Truist Model Risk Management Risk Management Technical Review Team. This includes reviewing full or targeted scope validation assessments conducted by the TAS quantitative analytics team to ensure conclusions align with assessment goals and incorporate assessments needed for evaluation of validations/reviews completed by the Model Risk Management Team (MRM) within Truist. Build and maintain effective working relationships with management including Model Risk Management, Model Development, and Model Owners throughout the first and second lines of defense. Contribute to improving Truist model risk management by: Recommending improvements to model risk management systems and processes. Being knowledgeable of the organization, operations, policies, and procedures related to the use and management of models. Proactively supporting management on the establishment of internal controls, monitoring techniques, and risk management of models. Develop and maintain specialization and expertise in complex modeling concepts as well as auditing concepts and risk management practices, and pursue continuing education and possible additional professional certifications as appropriate. Oversee collaboration across business and function audit teams and provide subject matter expertise for models. Oversee and review the performance of model validation and/or review assessments for models scoped into various types of audits and managed by the less experienced Quantitative Auditors. Maintain the requisite knowledge and experience to assist audit teams with evaluating Truist’s adherence to SR 11‑7 regulatory guidance on model risk governance and oversight for various model types. Train, coach, and mentor junior team members to enhance model audit work and provide training on more complex and difficult areas. Qualifications Required Qualifications Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or formal post‑undergraduate certification focused on Quantitative or Financial Analytics. 8+ years of technical model experience, which could include working on a model validation team, model development team or audit‑equivalent technical review team. Experience managing a team of model reviewers/developers, including performance evaluations/reviews, recruitment, and team retention functions. Demonstrated proficiency with one or more financial modeling methodologies, including knowledge of statistical and algorithmic methods applied in financial modeling. Ability to lead, work and direct others independently without supervision, with strong project management skills. Strong knowledge of programming languages such as R, Python, or C++. Strong knowledge of one or more database management tools such as SAS and/or SQL. Strong analytical, facilitation, interpersonal, and decision‑making skills. Strong written, oral, and negotiating skills, including the ability to present findings and articulate and defend conclusions to senior audit and/or line‑of‑business management. Strong proficiency of standard software applications such as Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, or Computer Science. Technical model experience with a large bank. General audit skills and past experience. Broad understanding of accounting and finance concepts and the banking and financial services industry. Salary The annual base salary for this position is $114,180.00 – $216,930.00 USD. Benefits Eligible regular teammates receive Truist benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax‑preferred savings accounts, and a 401(k) plan. All eligible employees receive at least 10 days of vacation and 10 sick days, with pay for holidays. Additional benefits may include a defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan, based on position and division. Equal Opportunity Employer Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. We are a Drug‑Free Workplace. EEO is the Law. E-Verify, IER, Right to Work. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co