Audit Manager – Enterprise Projects

American Express

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

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited 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 strong understanding of control theory, regulatory risks, and professional auditing practices. Capable of leading audit engagements, mentoring team members, and effectively communicating findings and recommendations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Audit ExperienceData AnalysisRegulatory KnowledgeTeam LeadershipProject Management Certification

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Hard Skills

Audit LifecycleControl TheoryData AnalysisRisk Control KnowledgeAudit ReportingCorrective Action PlansKPI TrackingData VisualizationProcess ImprovementChange Management

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingCommunication SkillsMentoringProblem SolvingTeam Management

Tools & Technologies

Data Analytic ToolsInformation SystemsScorecardsDashboardsAgile Methodologies

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPCAPMSAFe

Industry Keywords

Big FourG-SIBFinancial Industry Best PracticesRegulatory ChangesAudit Findings

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

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, evaluate effectiveness and efficiency, and synthesize findings
Lead audit client meetings and walkthroughs
Develop test steps, audit findings, and audit reports in accordance with 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, guide risk assessments and control evaluations, execute audit tests, and review work papers
Coach, teach, mentor, and develop less experienced colleagues and co-sourced resources
Conduct post-audit feedback discussions and provide actionable development feedback
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
Critical thinking and ability to solve complex problems using data analysis, process, risk control knowledge, and experience
Knowledge of control theory and professional auditing practices throughout the audit lifecycle
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, scorecards/dashboards
Preferred: Experience auditing large-scale enterprise projects, transformation initiatives, and change management programs
Preferred: Understanding of project and change management governance
Preferred: Familiarity with PMBOK, Agile, SAFe, or similar methodologies
Preferred: Project or change management certification such as PMP, CAPM, SAFe, or equivalent

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