Audit Manager

American Express

. Serve as Auditor in Charge on low-risk audits and manage engagements end-to-end .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeNew York City • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $89,250 - $150,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive audit experience with a focus on managing engagements, leading teams, and synthesizing findings. Proficient in project management, critical thinking, and understanding of regulatory frameworks within the financial industry.

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Audit ExperienceProject Management SkillsData AnalysisKnowledge of Control TheoryProfessional Certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA)

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Hard Skills

Audit PlanningRisk AssessmentControl Design EvaluationAudit TestingData AnalysisProcess EvaluationAudit ReportingCorrective Action ValidationRegulatory KnowledgeFinancial Industry Best Practices

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Data Analytic ToolsData VisualizationKey Risk Indicators (KRIs)Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Information Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACISA

Industry Keywords

Big FourG-SIBRegulatory RisksU.S. Consumer BusinessRisk Management Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Auditor in Charge on low-risk audits and manage engagements end-to-end
Plan audit projects, define objectives and scope, and coordinate with control groups, external auditors, stakeholders, and regulators
Conduct L1 reviews and serve as the primary audit client contact
Analyze audit results and documentation and synthesize audit findings
Lead audit client meetings and walkthroughs
Develop test steps, audit findings, and audit reports according to IAG policies and procedures
Guide validation and execution of corrective actions and Management Action Plans
Support business monitoring by tracking key metrics and identifying control issues and trends
Monitor industry trends, external news, and regulatory changes and assess their business impact
Delegate tasks and guide auditors in risk assessment, control design evaluation, and audit testing
Review work papers and provide feedback
Coach, teach, mentor, and develop less experienced colleagues and co-sourced resources
Conduct post-audit feedback discussions
Guide proactive communication of task status, roadblocks, challenges, and potential solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of audit experience
Prior experience working at a Big Four / G-SIB
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
Project management skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving using data analysis, process, risk control knowledge, and experience
Knowledge of control theory and professional auditing practices
Understanding of regulations, regulatory risks, accounting, and financial industry best practices
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available
Preferred: experience with data analytic tools, data visualization, KRIs, KPIs, information systems/technology, and scorecards/dashboards
Preferred: experience with data analytics tools and data visualization
Preferred: relevant professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA
Preferred: knowledge of U.S. consumer business and risk management processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities