Audit Project Manager II-Reporting & Automation

Position Overview

This is a hybrid role located in Raleigh or Charlotte, NC with the expectation that work will regularly take place both inside and outside a company office – two days a week in office. This position reports to the Director of Data Analytics (DA) – Automation and Technology Team. The Audit Project Manager II – Reporting & Automation role is responsible for delivering dashboarding and reporting solutions to enable Internal Audit (IA) operations and program management, and for assisting the Director of DA in developing and executing strategies and initiatives related to IA’s Automation and Technology program.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsibilities: Dashboard Development – Design, develop and launch dashboards using PowerBI, Tableau, Sigma and other business intelligence and visualization tools. This includes:
  Design discussions with stakeholders by demonstrating a deep understanding of IA activities and processes; preparing data sources; developing high-quality dashboards within budget and timeline; and managing dashboard inventories on platforms such as Tableau Server and Power BI Server.
• Responsibilities: Process Automation – Identify opportunities to enhance end-to-end reporting processes by leveraging Artificial Intelligence technologies and tools such as Alteryx, Power Automate, and Python.
• Responsibilities: Project Management – Oversee concurrent projects from request intake to solution delivery, driving initiative progress and providing proactive status updates to stakeholders and IA leadership.
• Responsibilities: Program Management – Optimize operational procedures and track/report key performance indicators to ensure consistency and efficiency in the reporting process.
• Responsibilities: Strategy Development – Assist the DA Director with developing strategies and initiatives around automation and technology, including projects like reporting platform migration and integration.

Required Qualifications

• Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Public accounting or Bank internal auditing OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Public accounting or Bank internal auditing.
• Designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or other relevant industry certifications.
• Knowledge of internal and external laws, policies, and procedures regulating Internal Audit actions, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Data Analytics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced experience in business intelligence tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, and Sigma.
• Proficiency in SQL and automation tools such as Alteryx and Power Automate.
• Experience in implementing artificial intelligence solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, management information systems, accounting information systems, mathematics, statistics, or equivalent discipline.
• In-depth knowledge of Internal Audit activities and methodologies.
• Financial services industry experience preferred; Big 4 audit or assurance experience is a plus.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences with a strong business focus.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Proven capability to lead project deliverables through to completion.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and take ownership and accountability for process and deliverables.
• High energy, pro-active approach, strong interpersonal skills, and a team-focused attitude with effective collaboration abilities.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed, and quality benefits program as an integral part of total rewards. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.