Wilmington Trust
IT Lead Auditor - Data Management & Data Governance
Wilmington Trust, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
Overview
IT Lead Auditor - Data Management & Data Governance role at Wilmington Trust. This role is hybrid (3 days/week) and based in Buffalo NY, Wilmington DE, or Bridgeport CT. Must be located within the stated locations or willing to relocate. Primary Responsibilities
Lead and execute audits of enterprise data management, data governance frameworks, data quality controls, and finance technology platforms (e.g., general ledger, sub-ledgers, reconciliation tools, reporting systems). Assess data governance and data lifecycle controls, including data lineage, metadata management, master data management, and regulatory compliance (e.g., BCBS 239, GDPR, CCPA). Evaluate finance technology controls including SDLC, change management, access management, and automated controls within financial applications. Perform risk-based assessments of data platforms (data lakes, warehouses, ETL processes) and finance technology solutions (ERP, reporting tools, cloud-based financial systems). Incorporate data analytics and automation to identify anomalies, validate data integrity, and enhance audit coverage. Write clear, risk-focused audit findings that identify root causes and actionable remediation steps. Partner with stakeholders in Finance, Technology, Data Governance, and Risk Management to understand processes and emerging risks while maintaining independence. Stay current on emerging risks in data governance, data privacy, cloud technology, and financial systems. Coach and mentor team members, reviewing workpapers and ensuring adherence to internal audit methodology and professional standards. Scope Of Responsibilities
Leads and executes assurance activities, maintains relationships, and communicates with Bank management; oversees Auditors on assigned activities. Ensures activities conform to professional auditing standards. Reports to Audit (Senior) Manager. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities
Not specified in duties; candidate should have leadership experience as listed in qualifications. Education and Experience Required
Bachelors degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 9 years higher education and/or work experience, including at least 5 years relevant work experience Minimum of 1 years leadership experience Experience with internal audit methodology Solid understanding of internal control concepts Experience evaluating the adequacy of controls Strong leadership skills Experience coaching and developing others Proven analytical and critical thinking skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience presenting sensitive and complex findings to business management and influencing change Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Education and Experience Preferred
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field MBA or Masters Degree in an appropriate field Certifications: CISA, CIA, CPA, CDMP, or equivalent Technical Skills: SQL, Python, or other data analytics tools; visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI Domain Expertise: Data governance frameworks, data privacy regulations, and finance technology platforms (e.g., Oracle Financials, SAP, Workday) Cloud Knowledge: Familiarity with AWS, Azure, GCP and related security controls Regulatory Knowledge: SOX, BCBS 239, GDPR, and related regulations Soft Skills: Communication, stakeholder management, ability to translate technical risks into business impact Financial services industry experience M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive pay. The pay range for this position is $85,104.04 - $141,840.07 annually. The final compensation will reflect the candidates knowledge, skills, and experience. Location
Buffalo, New York, United States of America Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Information Technology
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IT Lead Auditor - Data Management & Data Governance role at Wilmington Trust. This role is hybrid (3 days/week) and based in Buffalo NY, Wilmington DE, or Bridgeport CT. Must be located within the stated locations or willing to relocate. Primary Responsibilities
Lead and execute audits of enterprise data management, data governance frameworks, data quality controls, and finance technology platforms (e.g., general ledger, sub-ledgers, reconciliation tools, reporting systems). Assess data governance and data lifecycle controls, including data lineage, metadata management, master data management, and regulatory compliance (e.g., BCBS 239, GDPR, CCPA). Evaluate finance technology controls including SDLC, change management, access management, and automated controls within financial applications. Perform risk-based assessments of data platforms (data lakes, warehouses, ETL processes) and finance technology solutions (ERP, reporting tools, cloud-based financial systems). Incorporate data analytics and automation to identify anomalies, validate data integrity, and enhance audit coverage. Write clear, risk-focused audit findings that identify root causes and actionable remediation steps. Partner with stakeholders in Finance, Technology, Data Governance, and Risk Management to understand processes and emerging risks while maintaining independence. Stay current on emerging risks in data governance, data privacy, cloud technology, and financial systems. Coach and mentor team members, reviewing workpapers and ensuring adherence to internal audit methodology and professional standards. Scope Of Responsibilities
Leads and executes assurance activities, maintains relationships, and communicates with Bank management; oversees Auditors on assigned activities. Ensures activities conform to professional auditing standards. Reports to Audit (Senior) Manager. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities
Not specified in duties; candidate should have leadership experience as listed in qualifications. Education and Experience Required
Bachelors degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 9 years higher education and/or work experience, including at least 5 years relevant work experience Minimum of 1 years leadership experience Experience with internal audit methodology Solid understanding of internal control concepts Experience evaluating the adequacy of controls Strong leadership skills Experience coaching and developing others Proven analytical and critical thinking skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience presenting sensitive and complex findings to business management and influencing change Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Education and Experience Preferred
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field MBA or Masters Degree in an appropriate field Certifications: CISA, CIA, CPA, CDMP, or equivalent Technical Skills: SQL, Python, or other data analytics tools; visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI Domain Expertise: Data governance frameworks, data privacy regulations, and finance technology platforms (e.g., Oracle Financials, SAP, Workday) Cloud Knowledge: Familiarity with AWS, Azure, GCP and related security controls Regulatory Knowledge: SOX, BCBS 239, GDPR, and related regulations Soft Skills: Communication, stakeholder management, ability to translate technical risks into business impact Financial services industry experience M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive pay. The pay range for this position is $85,104.04 - $141,840.07 annually. The final compensation will reflect the candidates knowledge, skills, and experience. Location
Buffalo, New York, United States of America Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Information Technology
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