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The Quality Assurance Audit Director is a senior level management position responsible for contributing to the strategic direction of Citi's Internal Audit (IA) Quality Assurance function, in coordination with the IA Head of Professional Practices. The role is also responsible for managing a team of audit professionals and directing the design and execution of quality assurance reviews that span a subset of a global businesses, functions, or legal entities. This role is instrumental in ensuring Citi's internal audit practices are effective, efficient and aligned with industry and regulatory standards. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver multiple quality assurance reviews to specification, and ensure the delivery of reports are complete, insightful, timely, error free and concise
Conduct periodic assessments of the internal audit processes and practices, identifying areas for improvement
Lead the development of innovative practices, including the use of AI and data analytics to drive improvements and enhance QA and audit effectiveness
Identify and report risks associated with internal audit activities
Provide independent assurance on the design and operating effectiveness of internal audit activities and practices
Ensure timely delivery of comprehensive regulatory and internal audit issue validation, including issues arising from external parties
Ensure IA meets/exceeds expectations, and support and drive IA's efforts and strategies
Improve the identification, measurement, management, reporting and controls in governance, risk and control environments
Ensure the adoption of Citigroup and Citibank Audit Committee Charters and the IA Charter, and engage in internal/external negotiations
Oversee various tasks to build the audit team, including recruiting staff, developing and training the team, and managing the budget
Assist in providing training and mentoring to audit staff on audit and QA practices and standards and audit methodology, as needed
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards
Contribute to the development of the annual Quality Assurance Plan as it relates to areas of responsibility
Prepare and providing periodic reports and presentations for the IA Business Risk and Control Committee, audit committee and executive management as relevant, summarizing the status of the QA plan and results of QA activities, including details of significant issues identified, themes and recommendations
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including IA executive leadership and regulatory bodies
Represent IA in various forums and discussions
Requirements:
15+ years of experience in a related role
Related certifications (CPA, ACA, CFA, CIA, CISA or similar) preferred
Demonstrated success in business, functional and people management
Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
Demonstrated ability to remain unbiased in a diverse working environment
Effective negotiation skills
Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
Master's degree preferred
Nice to have:
Related certifications (CPA, ACA, CFA, CIA, CISA or similar)
Master's degree
What we offer:
medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
life, accident, and disability insurance
wellness programs
paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays