Senior Audit Manager
CurrentProject Management and Relationship BuildingManaged all phases of audit engagements, business monitoring, and plan development for Commercial Lending businesses.Met and updated regulators on the status of audits and issue management on a bi-monthly basis.Operational ExcellenceManaged and executed a proactive continuous risk assessment process focusing on emerging Commercial Banking credit risks.Coordinated with the Innovations team on the buildout of an automated testing dashboard for control testing and risk monitoring of various Commercial Banking credit, operational, and compliance activities. Received the Audit Innovation Dream Award for demonstrating a strong partnership with the innovation team.Developed and implemented a new methodology for providing feedback to team members that led to a more efficient and consistent process across Audit.Issue Identification and ValidationPartnered with business partner issue owners through ongoing monitoring of open issues for Audit sourced, Business Identified, and customer remediation issues to ensure pre-close readiness and compliance with the Corporate Issue Management Policy.Provided monthly updates on high and critical issues to Audit leadership and the Executive Audit Committee related to commercial lending, loan operations, and treasury management activities.Leadership and StrategyMember of the Practices Advisory Group which promote audit team awareness and involvement in methodology and process changes with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency while working within individual teams to effectively implement planned changes.Evaluated key risk areas to define audit scope, objectives, and audit approach for Commercial Banking, Commercial Loan Operations and Payment Services areas.Managed and coached up to eight direct reports from associate to audit manager level to set goals and work toward achievement by educating them on company resources and sharing personal experiences.