• Job Description

  Req#: 2502418

  Job Description:

  Role Summary/Purpose:

  This position is responsible for managing the Professional Practices Group of the Internal Audit Department. The Professional Practices Group is responsible for Internal Audit operations and support including audit methodology, reporting, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and training. This position reports directly to the Chief Audit Executive (CAE)

  Essential Responsibilities:

  • Monitor adherence to the Internal Audit Charter including the independence of the Internal Audit Department and the auditors

  • Establish Internal Audit methodology and processes that adhere to industry and regulatory requirements including the execution of audits, annual planning, issues management and reporting

  • Lead the annual audit planning process and four-year projection for the audit plan and monitor the ability for the department to meet the plan through resource and skills analysis

  • Lead the Internal Audit reporting process to stakeholders including reports out to the Enterprise Risk Management Committee, Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, Risk Committee of the Board of Directors and executive management reporting

  • Coordinate Audit Committee reporting with the Board Administrator

  • Lead and execute the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program as required by industry standard

  • Lead a program of training and continuous education for the Internal Audit Department.

  • Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

  Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelors or advance degree in business, finance or accounting with a minimum of 10 years of relevant Internal Audit experience including managing Internal Audit teams and/or leading/executing Internal Audit reviews.

  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA) or related certification

  Desired Characteristics:

  • Strong oral and written communication, presentation and facilitation skills including the ability to interact at all levels of the organization including the ELT level

  • Ability to direct personnel across multiple locations and operations and work in a matrixed organization

  • Ability to lead direct employees and influence peers

  • Understanding leading practices within the Internal Audit industry

  • Understanding of the relevant regulatory requirements for the subject areas and experience working with regulatory bodies (e.g., Fed, OCC, etc.)

  • Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with senior business stakeholders, Audit Committee and Board members, regulators, and external auditors

  • Ability to suggest policy changes to key stakeholders that will improve the overall risk and control framework/program

  • Ability to effectively challenge the Internal Audit process and the business (including assumptions made) and influence positive change in the organization

  • Recognized as a leadership role model and consulted often by others for advice and opinions;

  • Experience as a developer of talent in building teams and creating an inspiring and motivating culture

  • Demonstrated experience as an agent of change within a heavily regulated environment

  Grade/Level: 15

  The salary range for this position is 200,000.00 - 330,000.00 USD Annual. This position is also eligible for an Annual Incentive Plan target of 25% of salary and an Annual Equity target of 25% of salary.

  Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.

  Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.

  Eligibility Requirements:

  • You must be 18 years or older

  • You must have a high school diploma or equivalent

  • You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process

  • You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

  • New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).

  Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

  Our Commitment:

  When you join us, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard—but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+, with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.

  This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

  Reasonable Accommodation Notice:

  • Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

  • If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time

  Job Family Group:

  Internal Audit

• About the company

  Synchrony Financial is a consumer financial services company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, United States.

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