Audit Manager – Quant

• Lead technical model validation reviews conducted by the Truist Model Risk Management Technical Review Team

• Perform full-scope or targeted-scope validation assessments

• Review validations and assess methodology, implementation, and model fit-for-use status

• Review model components according to expected use and audit scope

• Maintain relationships with Model Risk Management, Model Development, and Model Owners across the first and second lines of defense

• Recommend improvements to model risk management systems and processes

• Provide feedback to management on new and existing model systems, standards, and procedures

• Develop and maintain expertise in complex modeling concepts, auditing concepts, and risk management practices

• Pursue continuing education and additional professional certifications as appropriate

• Collaborate with audit delivery teams and provide model subject matter expertise

• Assist teams in evaluating adherence to SR 11-7 model risk governance and oversight guidance

• Lead, train, coach, and mentor junior team members

Requirements

• Master’s in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science or formal post undergraduate certification with a focus on Quantitative or Financial Analytics
• 6+ years of technical model experience, including model validation, model development, or Audit equivalent technical review experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with one or more financial modeling methodologies
• Knowledge of statistical and algorithmic methods applied in financial modeling
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Strong knowledge of programming languages such as R, Python, or C++
• Strong knowledge of database management tools such as SAS and/or SQL
• Strong analytical, facilitation, interpersonal, and decision-making skills
• Strong written, oral, and negotiating skills
• Ability to present findings and articulate and defend conclusions to senior Audit and/or line of business management
• Strong proficiency with standard software applications such as MS Office
• English language fluency required
• Preferred:
  Ph.D. in a relevant field
• Preferred:
  Technical model experience with a large bank
• Preferred:
  General auditing skills
• Preferred:
  Broad understanding of finance and accounting concepts and the banking and financial services industry

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in technical model validation, financial modeling methodologies, and risk management practices, with strong analytical and decision-making capabilities. Proficient in programming languages and database management tools, with the ability to communicate complex findings effectively to senior management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Technical Model Validation
• Financial Modeling Methodologies
• R Programming
• Python Programming
• SAS Database Management

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Model Validation
• Model Development
• Statistical Methods
• Algorithmic Methods
• Quantitative Analytics
• Financial Analytics
• Data Science
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Audit Review

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Decision-Making Skills
• Facilitation Skills
• Negotiating Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Ph.D. (Preferred)
• Professional Certifications

Industry Keywords

• Model Risk Management
• Banking Industry
• Financial Services
• SR 11-7 Compliance
• Risk Management Practices

Tools & Technologies

• MS Office
• SQL
• Database Management Tools