VP, Sr. Audit Manager - IT

VP IT Audit Senior Manager

Role Summary / Purpose : Reporting directly to the Head of IT Audit, the VP, IT Audit Senior Manager is responsible for working closely with the Head of IT Audit to develop, influence, and execute an innovative and industry leading approach to IT Audit strategy across Synchrony. Leading a team of IT Audit professionals, the incumbent will drive comprehensive and dynamic Audit activities including but not limited to audit universe, risk assessment, audit plan development, audit execution, MRA validation, continuous monitoring, and best practice sharing.

Our Way of Working : We're proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.

Essential Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strategic leadership to supervise, manage and motivate audit managers on technology and integrated audits
• Show thought leadership while scoping and executing audits, including setting audit objectives, defining audit test steps, performing audit fieldwork and drafting audit reports
• Develop close relationships with key external and internal stakeholders including CIO and CTO direct reports
• Drive effective change while working as one audit team to develop and executive effective and value-added comprehensive audits
• Provide feedback on the documentation of detailed process walkthroughs performed with management, including the identification of process risks and controls
• Approve and provide feedback on detailed audit work papers, coaching more junior team members on best practices
• Ensure timeliness of audit work and ensure audits are in conformance with professional and department quality standards
• Present audit results to various levels of internal audit leadership, as well as the business organization
• Develop and maintain strong industry connections to identify industry trends and incorporate best practices into Synchrony IT program
• Continue to develop increased IT coverage of key business applications and drive effective integration across IT and non-IT audit teams
• Interact closely with regulatory agencies (OCC / Fed) during quarterly meetings, exams, and ad hoc requests
• Oversee risk assessment process and ongoing business / industry monitoring
• Maintain internal audit competency through ongoing professional development
• Oversee career and professional development of direct reports
• Perform other duties and / or special projects as assigned

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Our Commitment

When you join us, you'll be part of an inclusive culture where your individual skills, experience, and voice are not only heard - but valued. Together, we're building a future where we can all belong, connect, and turn ideals into action. More than 50% of our workforce is engaged in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where community and passion intersect to offer a safe space to learn and grow. 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. We're proud to have an award-winning culture for all.

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Internal Audit