Overview:
The Auditor participates in all phases of the audits across their assigned projects. The individual also assists in completion of annual risk assessments, continuous auditing, and remediation plan validations as assigned, under the supervision of a Lead Auditor or Manager.
Primary Responsibilities:
Participate in audits by executing assigned tasks in accordance with the Division’s methodology and professional standards. Complete work within the established timeframes with guidance by a Lead Auditor or Manager.
As part of audit execution, conduct effective walkthroughs, accurately identifies risks and controls within the process, design and execute effective testing approach with guidance by a Lead Auditor or Manager.
Conduct effective root cause analysis of identified findings with guidance by a Lead Auditor or Manager.
Actively participate in meetings with business management and provide updates on their respective areas of testing.
Participate in other assurance activities (including continuous auditing, product delivery assessments, validation procedures, investigations, and retrospective reviews) under the supervision of a Lead Auditor or Manager, utilizing modernized assurance methodologies, tools, and approaches and in accordance with the Division’s methodology.
Document their work, including findings, in clear and concise fashion in accordance with the Division’s methodology.
Embrace innovative change.
Understand how to effectively incorporate data analytics.
Actively seeks out knowledge in the areas of assigned audit activities.
Embrace the culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging.
Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
Promote an environment that supports diversity 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.
Scope of Responsibilities:
This individual is responsible for executing and documenting assigned assurance activities to support the delivery of audit reports that are in conformance with professional auditing standards. They report to an Audit (Senior) Manager.
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree or in lieu of degree, a combined minimum of 4 years higher education and/or work experience
Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability and willingness to challenge the status quo and defend your conclusions when challenged
Education and Experience Preferred:
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
Related professional certifications
Financial Services experience
M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $60,890.34 - $101,483.90 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.
Location
Buffalo, New York, United States of America
