IT Audit Project Manager - IT/IS - Fifth Third Bank, N.A. : Job Details

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GENERAL FUNCTION: Fifth Third Bank's Audit Division is responsible for performing independent, objective assurance activities for the Bank's key business processes, products, services and technologies, as well as governance, oversight and monitoring functions of management and support functions. The Audit Project Manager I conducts end-to-end business process audits for various business/functional areas within the Bank, including areas such as operations; finance/accounting; development, implementation and ongoing delivery of products, processes and services; and/or review of the technology, infrastructure and/or governance related to the business processes. Audits are performed in a team environment under the guidance of the Audit Manager.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing audit planning, fieldwork, reporting and wrap-up activities on each engagement in accordance with established standards.
• Collaborating with Audit team members to plan audit projects, develop risk and control assessments, and develop work programs and other deliverables of audit work.
• Leading the audit team in documenting business processes and technology management processes related to the entity being audited. Executing testing of controls to assess adequacy of control design and operational effectiveness in managing risk.
• Demonstrating and applying strong project management skills. Ensuring accountability and high quality by directing daily progress of fieldwork, informing managers and clients of audit status, and supervising staff performance when necessary.
• Using knowledge of risk and control concepts and industry trends to identify control deficiencies and recommend process improvement ideas.
• Reviewing audit workpapers and providing coaching feedback on work prepared by staff auditors.
• Preparing audit report drafts; ensuring that all areas of audit process and results have been addressed and documented in accordance with defined standards.
• Communicating information to management through periodic update meetings, presentations, and internal audit reports.
• Establishing, fostering, and maintaining working relationships with peers and supervisory management within the business line and cross-functional lines to support an effective workflow and continuous communications.
• Assisting in the identification and continuous monitoring of risks and other potential exposures to the Bancorp.
• Developing line of business and industry knowledge base and expertise to keep current on existing and emerging issues.
• Driving your career by understanding performance expectations and requesting and acting upon feedback.
• Participating in departmental processes and initiatives, including employee-focused processes that promote resource development.
• Contributing to team effort by willingly sharing knowledge; being open to new ideas; applying knowledge in daily work; and building strong partnerships for learning and knowledge sharing.
• Performing other tasks as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Begin to lead and develop staff auditors to ensure optimal performance in meeting the Audit Division's goals and objectives. Assist in development of peers and staff by participating in, and leading, mentoring and education programs.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Four+ years Fifth Third Audit or large public accounting firm experience; or Five+ years of general industry audit experience required. Supervisory experience required. Banking or financial services experience preferred.
• Proficient with MS-Windows and other related office applications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Demonstrates leadership, coaching and project management skills.
• Must be results and goal oriented, possess sound judgment and ability to apply logical/critical thought processes.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to maintain independence and objectivity in all aspects of position.

Requirements for Financial Audit Domain include:

• Bachelor's degree required. Disciplines in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics, Technology or Business-related field preferred.
• Professional certification, such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or CRCM, preferred.

Requirements for IT Audit Domain include:

• Bachelor's degree required. Disciplines in management information systems, computer sciences or similar business-related field preferred.
• Professional certification, such as CISA or CISSP, preferred.
• Must be experienced in performing audits within a multi-platform, networked environment.

Requirements for Practices Domain include:

• Bachelor's degree required. Disciplines in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics, Technology or Business-related field preferred.
• Encouraged to pursue CIA or equivalent certification.
• Continuous improvement mindset will be required.

LOCATION: Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

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