Job ID R70751
Updated date 03/29/2019
Location Richmond, Virginia; McLean, Virginia
West Creek 7 (12077), United States of America, Richmond, Virginia
At Capital One, we’re building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding.
Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Principal Auditor- Global Finance
Corporate Audit Services (CAS), the Internal Audit function within Capital One, is a dedicated group of audit professionals focused on delivering top quality assurance services to the organization’s Audit Committee. The CAS department is considered one of the leading internal audit functions within the financial services industry and is highly regarded within Capital One. CAS professionals are experienced, well-trained and credentialed, and operate within a collaborative, agile environment to deliver value-added opinions and recommendations. In addition, the CAS vision of Innovate Continually, Perform Brilliantly, and Set the Standard create a dynamic and challenging atmosphere for both personal growth and professional opportunity.
CAS is seeking an energetic, self-motivated Principal Auditor to join the Corporate Audit Services team. The Principal Auditor will perform professional internal auditing work that involves leveraging analytic and technical skills to innovate, build, and maintain well-managed data solutions and capabilities to conduct financial and regulatory reporting audit projects. The Principal Auditor will be responsible for maintaining all organizational and professional ethical standards.
Responsibilities:
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Act as key data lead to leverage versatile technical capabilities to drive the development, evolution, and implementation of data focused audit approach.
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Evaluate data management, data quality and data access processes for gaps, inefficiencies and opportunities; provide recommendations for improvement.
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Assist with the implementation of continuous monitoring programs, including key performance metrics and analyses to identify data anomalies.
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Perform key components of audit engagements under the supervision of the auditor- in-charge. Perform risk assessments of business activities, potential exposures and the materiality of loss. Design and perform appropriate audit procedures to verify the effectiveness of controls.
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Design and execute internal control testing for operations of moderate complexity. Perform and often plan audit tasks of moderate difficulty, demonstrating a degree of audit expertise consistent with experience level.
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Leverage available data and analytical tools during the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases of audit delivery.
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Establish and maintain good client relations during engagements.
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Begin communicating the results of some audit projects to management via written reports and oral presentations.
Here’s what we’re looking for in an ideal teammate:
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Degree specialized in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics discipline
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Scripting experience in (Python, Perl, JavaScript, Shell)
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Strong desire and experience with data in various forms (data warehouses/SQL, unstructured data environments)
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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.
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You adapt to change, embrace bold ideas, and are intellectually curious. You like to ask questions, test assumptions, and challenge conventional thinking.
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You develop influential relationships based upon shared risk objectives and trust to deliver outstanding business impact and elevate Audit’s value proposition.
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You’re a firm believer that a rich understanding of data, innovation, and technical knowledge will only make you a better Auditor.
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You like to work as part of a team and contribute ideas to improve existing process.
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You’re a teacher. You have a passion for coaching and investing in the betterment of your team.
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Lastly, you create energy and an environment that make it easy to attract, hire, and retain top talent.
As one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For,” you can look forward to coming to work every day with a team of people that are committed to excellence and doing the right thing.
Basic Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s Degree or military experience
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At least 3 years of experience auditing, at least 3 years of experience in accounting, at least 3 years of experience in financial analysis, at least 3 years of experience in risk management, or a combination.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
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Master’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics discipline
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4+ years’ experience working BI reporting tools (i.e. Tableau and Business Objects) 4+ years of experience working within process management and improvement methodologies – Lean, Six Sigma, etc
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2+ years of experience in banking, 2+ years of experience in financial services, or 2+ years in a professional services firm serving clients in large banks
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4+ years of experience with data analytics tools in support of internal audit
At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
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, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, 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.
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