Internal Audit Senior - Financial Services

Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices—located in the fastest growing cities in the U.S.—are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth.

We are seeking a Senior Associate – Risk Advisory to join our Financial Services Group (FSG). Our team serves a diverse portfolio of financial institutions and provides independent, risk-based assurance and advisory services across a wide range of banking operations. In this role you will take on increased responsibility in leading internal audit engagements, supervising staff, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality advisory services to financial institutions.

• Execute and lead internal audit engagements across key banking functions, including:
  • Loan operations and credit administration
  • Deposit operations
  • ACH and electronic payments
  • Wire transfers
  • Branch operations
  • Accounting and financial reporting
  • Human resources and payroll
  • Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
  • Model Risk Management (MRM)
  • Investment and treasury operations
• Plan and coordinate audit testing activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, and substantive procedures.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and identify risks, control deficiencies, and process improvement opportunities.
• Review associate work papers for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to firm audit methodology and quality standards.
• Ensure engagements are completed on schedule and within scope by actively monitoring project timelines, deliverables, and resource needs.
• Provide day‑to‑day guidance, coaching, and mentoring to Associates, including training on audit procedures, documentation standards, and banking concepts.
• Assist in the development of associates by providing constructive feedback and supporting skill progression.
• Prepare and review audit reports, including observations, root cause analysis, and actionable recommendations.
• Support communication with clients, including leading portions of meetings, discussing audit findings, and responding to inquiries.
• Assist managers and senior leadership in engagement planning, risk assessments, and scoping activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit processes, methodologies, and internal tools.
• Support multiple concurrent engagements while maintaining high‑quality work and attention to detail.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 3+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, banking operations, risk management, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO)
  • Audit methodologies and risk assessment techniques
  • Banking operations and regulatory expectations
  • Demonstrated ability to review work, identify issues, and ensure quality deliverables.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, including ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to travel when required (estimated maximum of 25 nights per year).

• Prior experience leading or supervising individuals in a banking or professional services environment.
• Familiarity with banking regulations and regulatory expectations (e.g., FDIC, OCC, Federal Reserve).
• Experience reviewing work papers and ensuring adherence to audit standards (e.g., IIA…