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R202453 Posted 11/14/2024

Principal Auditor- Finance (Hybrid)

McLean, Virginia | Plano, Texas | Richmond, Virginia
  • Category Audit
  • Experience Principal Associate
  • Primary Address McLean, Virginia

Overview

Center 1 (19052), United States of America, McLean, Virginia

Principal Auditor- Finance (Hybrid)

Capital One is seeking an energetic, self-motivated Principal Auditor  who will assist in the development and execution of the audit plans for assurance coverage of Capital One’s Finance business.  As a member of the Finance Audit team, the candidate will primarily focus on audits relative to accounting and regulatory reporting, market liquidity, counterparty credit risks, and other risks in treasury and balance sheet management from both 1st and 2nd lines of defense point of view.  As part of the broader Audit team, the candidate will also lead or contribute to other audits as determined through audit planning processes.  

  • Lead small audits, or own completion of significant components of larger audits.

  • Develop engagement planning documentation for assigned areas to communicate rationale for scoping decisions, and develop audit programs to ensure adequate coverage of risks.

  • Design and execute appropriate audit procedures to verify the effectiveness of internal controls. Document auditee processes and procedures, review and analyze evidence, and identify potential issues.

  • Prepare clear, organized, and complete documentation to support work performed, including draft findings.

  • Establish and maintain good client and team relations during engagements. Effectively communicate information and audit progress to team, clients and auditor-in-charge.

  • Self prioritize and effectively plan your own work activities managing multiple priorities and tasks across the team to deliver quality results.  Proactively take on additional work to support the team when possible.

  • Provide coaching, on-the-job training, and feedback to audit staff, including junior associates and recent hires.

Here's what we're looking for in an ideal teammate:

  • You are a critical thinker who seeks to understand the business and its control environment.

  • You believe insight and objectivity are core elements to providing assurance on the effectiveness and efficiency of Capital One’s governance, risk management, and internal control processes.

  • You possess a relentless focus on quality and timeliness.

  • You adapt to change, embrace bold ideas, and are intellectually curious. You like to ask questions, test assumptions, and challenge conventional thinking.

  • You develop influential relationships based upon shared risk objectives and trust to deliver outstanding business impact and elevate Audit’s value proposition.

  • You’re a firm believer that a rich understanding of data, innovation, and technology will only make you a better auditor. This will require leveraging the power of data analytics and furthering your technical expertise.

  • You're a teacher. You do the right thing and lead by example. You have a passion for coaching and investing in the betterment of your team. You lead through change with candor and optimism.

  • You create energy and an environment that fosters trust, collaboration, and belonging, making it easy to attract, hire, and retain top talent.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or military experience

  • At least 3 years of experience in auditing, in accounting, in financial analysis, in compliance, or a combination.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 4+ years of experience in auditing, in accounting, in financial analysis, in compliance, or a combination.

  • 2+ years of experience in leading audits and performing in the role of auditor-in-charge

  • 2+ years of experience in banking or in financial services

  • 1+ years of experience in performing data analysis in support of internal auditing

  • Master’s Degree in Accounting, Master’s Degree in Finance or Master of Business Administration

  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM), or relevant certification

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

This role is hybridmeaning associates typically spend about half of their time (2-3 days per week) in-person at one of our offices listed on this job posting. Monday and Fridays are enterprise- wide virtual work days. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are in-person days for associates to spend time together working in our beautifully-designed team areas.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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  6. Principal Associate
  7. Manager
  8. Senior Manager
  9. Director
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