Overview:

The Lead Auditor leads and executes audits across their assigned domain. The individual is also responsible for overseeing and executing annual risk assessments, continuous auditing and remediation plan validations.  They communicate audit progress and findings to Bank Management and oversee Auditors (as applicable) on the assigned audit activities.

Primary ResponsibilitiesLeads and participates in audits from planning to reporting and produces quality deliverables in accordance with the Division’s methodology and professional standards while ensuring timely completion.Plans and executes other assurance activities and advisory services (including continuous auditing, product delivery assessments, validation procedures, investigations and retrospective reviews) utilizing modernized assurance methodologies, tools and approaches and in accordance with the Division’s methodology.Writes audit findings that clearly identify risk and root cause.  Communicates findings to Bank Management in a timely fashion.Partners with stakeholders, business management and Risk Management establishing strong working relationships while maintaining independenceEmbraces innovative change and helps the team adapt to change.Effectively incorporates data analytics and other automation techniques into all phases of audits and other activities.Maintains knowledge in the assigned subject matter discipline.Coaches, develops and oversees work of Auditors and new hires, including executing review and supervisionEmbraces and exemplifies the culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging.Contributes to the achievement of division priorities.

Scope of Responsibilities

This individual leads and executes assurance activities and advisory services, maintains relationships and communicates with Bank Management, and oversees Auditors.  They ensure activities are in conformance with professional auditing standards.  They report to an Audit (Senior) Manager.

Education and Experience RequiredBachelor’s Degree, preferably in Accounting, Business, Finance, Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Statistics or other related technical field and 5 years of relevant work experience, and 1 year of leadership experienceExperience with internal audit methodologySolid understanding of internal control concepts with the ability to evaluate adequacy of the controlsStrong leadership skills and ability to coach and develop othersProven analytical and critical thinking skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present sensitive and complex findings to business management and influence changeProven ability to handle multiple projects at the same time

Education and Experience PreferredRelated certifications (CIA, CPA, CISA, CAMS, cloud certification, or similar)MBA or Master’s Degree in an appropriate field.Financial services industry experience.

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $85,104.04 - $141,840.07 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

LocationBuffalo, New York, United States of America