Staff Internal Auditor

The role:

SoFi is seeking a Staff Internal Auditor to join SoFi’s Internal Audit Department, reporting to the Internal Audit Manager. You will be conducting audits and reviews of various areas related to SoFi Bank, N.A., SoFi Securities, and/or SoFi Technologies Inc. This is a hands-on role with primary responsibility for completing detailed testing of processes and  controls, including preparing working papers to document your testing in accordance with departmental and professional internal audit standards. You should have a proven ability to build relationships/partnerships and work cross-functionally to drive time-sensitive deliverables.

What you’ll do:

• Assist the Internal Audit team in accomplishing audit department objectives in a team environment
• In accordance with departmental and professional internal audit standards, identify and analyze risks, plan and prioritize audit work, conduct interviews, observe operations, document and analyze procedures and controls, perform audit tests, prepare appropriate workpapers, develop audit recommendations, review identified issues with appropriate management, and prepare audit report findings
• Perform issue follow up, including performing validation testing of corrective actions
• Assist in developing formal written reports to communicate audit results to management and other stakeholders
• Work on multiple priorities / projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Utilize data analytics and tools in execution of audit work
• Continue to develop and expand knowledge of the audit profession, financial and technology industry, and products through self-study, research, and continuing education efforts.
• Execute special assignments and other duties as assigned.
• Some travel may be required.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor's or equivalent in accounting, finance, economics, information systems, computer science or related fields.
• Minimum of 1 year of external audit, internal audit, or related experience working in a financial institution with knowledge of general and technology internal controls, risk management, and/or consumer regulatory compliance.  
• Strong critical thinking skills and unrelenting curiosity.
• Understanding of internal control concepts, internal auditing standards, risk assessment practices, COSO three lines of defense, etc.  
• Ability to work independently with limited daily supervision and meet deadlines. 
• Ability to navigate through ambiguity, manage and coordinate multiple project assignments simultaneously, accept ownership and accountability for projects, and deliver on commitments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and experience preparing audit workpapers, reports, and presentations.

Nice to have:

• Experience with audit engagement planning, executing, and reporting is a plus
• Familiarity with the FRB, OCC, FDIC, and CFPB examination procedures.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIA, CRCM, CFE, CISA, etc.)
• Data analytics or computer programming experience or interest
• Experience with technology such as Auditboard, Tableau, Snowflake, Alteryx, etc.