Principal Associate, Audit Practices - Quality Assurance (Hybrid)

Principal Associate, Audit Practices - Quality Assurance (Hybrid) Capital One’s Audit function is a dedicated group of audit professionals focused on delivering top-quality assurance services to the organization’s Audit and Risk Committees. The Audit department is considered one of the leading internal audit functions within the financial services industry and is highly regarded within Capital One. Audit professionals are experienced, well-trained and credentialed, and operate within a highly collaborative team environment to deliver value added opinions and recommendations. Audit’s vision to provide high value, independent, proactive insights to innovate with technology, and to be a top-notch talent destination, creates a dynamic and challenging atmosphere for both personal growth and professional opportunity. We are seeking an energetic, self‑motivated Principal Associate to join the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program team within Audit Practices. The Quality Assurance and Improvement Program executes quality assurance and quality control reviews to maintain high audit quality and inform department‑wide methodology, and training needs. This position, Quality Assurance Principal Associate, will be responsible for performing quality assurance reviews and driving key quality improvement initiatives. Responsibilities Responsible for the execution of key quality assurance reviews, including providing major input to planning and testing, as well as identification, development, and documentation of exceptions related to quality assurance reviews Deliver verbal and written communication to the audit teams and audit leadership Establish and maintain effective relationships with audit teams and audit leadership Design and execute best‑in‑class operational processes and improvement initiatives of moderate complexity for the quality assurance and improvement program Ideal Teammate Believes insight and objectivity are core elements to providing assurance on the effectiveness and efficiency of Capital One’s governance, risk management, and internal control processes. Adapts to change, embraces bold ideas, and is intellectually curious. Likes to ask questions, test assumptions, and challenge conventional thinking. Demonstrates outstanding communication and partnership skills which are essential for interacting and communicating with key stakeholders across all levels to manage, inform, and influence outcomes. Demonstrates learning agility to adapt to changing demands. Displays strong consulting and collaboration skills. Able to progress work independently and escape when needed to job leads. Possesses a continuous improvement mindset and openness to new initiatives as well as demonstrates critical thinking. Exhibits a relentless focus on quality and timeliness. Creates energy and an environment that fosters trust, collaboration, and belonging, making it easy to attract, hire, and retain top talent. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or military experience At least 4 years of experience in auditing Preferred Qualifications Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). 2+ years of experience in banking or financial services industry At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. Hybrid Work Arrangement This role is hybrid meaning associates typically spend 3 days per week in‑person at one of our offices listed on this job posting. Charlotte, NC: $109,900 - $125,400 for Principal Auditor McLean, VA: $120,800 - $137,900 for Principal Auditor New York, NY: $131,800 - $150,500 for Principal Auditor Plano, TX: $109,900 - $125,400 for Principal Auditor Richmond, VA: $109,900 - $125,400 for Principal Auditor Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan. Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website ( Eligibility varies based on full or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23‑A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901‑4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries. #J-18808-Ljbffr Capital One