Senior Auditor, Audit Professional Practices - Methodology; Hybrid

Overview

Capital One’s Audit function is a dedicated group of professionals focused on delivering top‑quality assurance services in support of the organization’s Audit Committee. Audit professionals are experienced, well‑trained and credentialed, and work within a collaborative, agile environment to provide independent, proactive insights and drive improvement through technology.

We are seeking an energetic, self‑motivated Senior Associate to join our Audit Professional Practices – Methodology team. The candidate will align our audit methodology with the best in the world, support board reporting, regulatory management, audit technology and department‑wide improvement initiatives, implementing creative solutions to challenging problems.

• Support the audit methodology update and related enhancement efforts, including researching and analyzing best practices.
• Design and execute best‑in‑class operational processes.
• Coordinate and execute small to moderately complex projects (e.g., methodology related issues, gap assessments, regulatory requests for information) and own the completion of assigned work.
• Design and deliver verbal and written communication to audit teams and audit leadership.
• Leverage data and analytical tools to drive deeper insights on department behavior and challenges.
• Establish and maintain good relations with audit teams and other key stakeholders.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Provide training to audit team members during new hire audit foundations or practice updates (introduction of new or updated methodology, best practices, and quality expectations).
• Provide guidance and coaching to audit teams on the application of methodology across various audit activities (e.g., standard audits, issue validation).
• Work independently under general supervision and exercise initiative and independent judgment.

• Critical thinker who seeks to understand the business and its control environment.
• Belief that insight and objectivity are core elements to providing assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control processes.
• Relentless focus on quality, improvement and timeliness.
• Adaptation to change, embrace bold ideas, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to question, test assumptions and challenge conventional thinking.
• Ability to develop influential relationships based upon shared risk objectives and trust to deliver outstanding business impact.
• Strong commitment to data analytics, technology and continuous learning to improve audit effectiveness.
• Leader by example who loves coaching and investing in the betterment of the team.
• Creates an environment of trust, collaboration and belonging that attracts, hires and retains top talent.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent military experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in auditing, accounting, financial analysis, compliance, or related fields.

• Master’s degree in Auditing, Accounting, Information Systems or MBA.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or equivalent certification.
• 2+ years of experience in banking or financial services.

This is a hybrid role; associates typically spend three days per week in‑person at a Capital One office located in one of the following locations:
Charlotte, NC;
McLean, VA;
New York, NY;
Plano, TX;
Richmond, VA;
Riverwoods, IL. The minimum and maximum full‑time annual salaries for this role are listed below by location.

• Charlotte, NC: $87,700 - $100,100
• McLean, VA: $96,500 - $110,100
• New York, NY: $105,300 - $120,100
• Plano, TX: $87,700 - $100,100
• Richmond, VA: $87,700 - $100,100
• Riverwoods, IL: $87,700 - $100,100

Eligible employees may also earn performance‑based incentive compensation (cash bonus and/or long‑term incentives) as per the applicable plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support total well‑being. Eligibility varies based on full‑time or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level.

Capital One is an equal‑opportunity employer (incl. disability/vet). We are committed to non‑discrimination in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We consider qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries.

Note:

This position does not sponsor new employment authorization.