Senior IT Audit Manager

This role is responsible for full ownership of the Audit Division’s assurance product specific to domains within the Technology Division of the Bank.This includes leading a diverse team of IT Audit staff and guiding the risk-based prioritization of continuous monitoring and assurance work over the areas of technology infrastructure and operations, enterprise software engineering and platform services, technology service delivery, technology governance, enterprise architecture, and technology risk management.Proficient understanding of technology operations and related risks and controls within legacy data centers, co-location environments, and public cloud platforms is required as the organization continues its migration of operations to the cloud. This role requires an in-depth knowledge of traditional and modern technology architecture and tooling and both a willingness and aptitude to remain current on emerging technology shifts specific to financial services.  As a member of the Audit Senior Management Team this leadership role assists in the development and support of the department’s strategic vision including supporting continued enhancements to audit methodology, ongoing stakeholder engagement, talent management, and overall promotion of the Audit Department within the organization.   The role requires ongoing communication with seasoned IT leaders within the Technology Division having professional background and experience across various financial services organizations.       

Support the department’s risk assessment process and development of the annual audit plan to determine audit coverage for designated lines of business.

Independently manage all phases of the process, including continuous auditing and validation procedures, with minimal oversight from the Senior Director - Audit and in a risk focused manner for designated lines of business, ensuring independence and adherence to department and professional industry standards.  This includes staying abreast of best practices, industry developments, and changing or emerging risks and ensuring their coverage as appropriate.

Consult with business stakeholders regarding risk and control matters. This includes proposing solutions to audit findings, offering recommendations for control enhancements, and representing Audit on working groups within the business as appropriate.

Manage multiple tasks concurrently in an efficient and effective manner with minimal oversight.

Lead audit teams in incorporating the use of data analytics to drive decisions throughout all phases of the audit process.

Clearly demonstrate visible support for and assist in driving the department’s strategic objectives.

Proactively communicate with Senior Directors - Audit and line of business senior and executive management regarding the status of audits and potential issues identified.

Build strong partnerships with and influence business stakeholders and audit team members.

Interact directly with regulators during the course of examinations and MRA/MRIA validations.

Coach, mentor, and oversee the work of less experienced audit team members, tailoring the approach based upon their skills and experience. Actively participate in overall staff development for the department.

Work closely with the Senior Director - Audit concerning staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, performance management and terminations for direct reports.

Exercise usual authority of a manager concerning staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, performance management and terminations.

Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.  Design, implement, maintain and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis.  Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.

Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.

Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.

Complete other related duties as assigned.

This role reports to a Senior Director - Audit and supports the overall execution of the audit plan via high quality, timely and value-added audit services, which meet the requirements of the Audit Committee and regulatory expectations. This senior role also ensures ongoing conformance with professional auditing standards.  This position directly communicates with senior, middle and line management and external auditors.  The position builds strong partnerships with business stakeholders and other audit team members.   The role also requires periodic interaction with external regulatory agencies.  The jobholder operates independently with minimal oversight to deliver on time, high quality audit reports.

This position has direct supervisory responsibilities for certain members of the audit team and may also provide coaching opportunities for certain audit professionals on other engagements.

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 9 years’ relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 13 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 9 years’ relevant work experience

Minimum of 3 years’ managerial, supervisory, and/or leadership experience

Related certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA, CAMS or similar)

Strong judgment skills

Political astuteness

Sensitive to cultural belonging

Strong project management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Creative problem-solving skills

Effective negotiating skills

Proactive, no surprises approach in communicating issues and strength in sustaining independent views

Articulate and effective communicator, both verbally and in writing

Energetic, charismatic and approachable style

Strong leadership skills

Experience developing and coaching others

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Statistics, or other related technical field

MBA or Master’s degree in an appropriate field.

Financial services industry experience