Temporary Internal Audit Manager - Issues Management (Global Bank Practice)

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Position Summary

RSM's Financial Services team is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to support a key client engagement within our Global Bank Practice. This temporary role focuses on leading and overseeing internal audit issues management procedures-including the validation and closure of remediation action plans-for a large global banking client.

The position requires direct experience operating within the third line of defense, including independent validation of risk remediation activities and coordination with first and second line stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in internal audit methodology, excellent communication skills, and prior experience supporting or working within global financial institutions.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead a mixed team of auditors (client staff, RSM personnel, and contractors) in validating the remediation of audit and risk issues

* Perform Level 1 reviews of validation testing for high and moderate-risk issues, ensuring alignment with internal audit standards and client expectations

* Execute or assist with testing for low-risk issues, including review of remediation evidence and conclusion development

* Serve as the main point of contact for business stakeholders (e.g., issue owners, managers, action plan owners), ensuring clear, timely, and professional communication

* Ensure all validation work complies with internal audit methodology, client policies, and applicable regulatory requirements

* Track and report on testing progress and issue closure status; escalate delays or barriers to resolution as necessary

* Collaborate with internal audit leadership, risk management, and compliance teams to align on validation strategy and execution

Areas of Subject Matter Focus

* IT Internal Audit Issues Management

* Technology Risk & Controls

* Change Management

* Information & Data Security

* IT Governance & Risk Frameworks

* Third-Party Risk Management

* Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA)

* Limited support for non-IT issue validations, as needed

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Information Systems, or equivalent experience

* 7+ years of internal audit experience, including direct exposure to third line of defense responsibilities

* Strong understanding of risk remediation, internal controls, and audit issue validation processes

* Experience supporting global banks or large financial institutions is required

* Professional certifications preferred: CIA, CISA, CRISC, or equivalent

* Familiarity with IT risk frameworks (e.g., COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001) and financial services regulatory environments

* Proven ability to lead and manage hybrid teams (internal and external personnel)

* Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills

Preferred Skills

* Experience with GRC platforms and audit workflow tools

* Ability to navigate a matrixed, fast-paced, client service environment

* Familiarity with global bank governance structures, audit committee reporting, and regulatory remediation processes

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients.Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

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At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.