Enterprise Internal Auditor

Position Summary

The Regulatory Compliance Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating internal controls, assessing organizational risk, and executing audit plans to ensure compliance with regulatory, financial, and operational standards. This role identifies control gaps, recommends improvements, and monitors corrective actions while conducting audits across business functions. The auditor collaborates with cross-functional teams and leadership to promote a strong culture of compliance, ensures adherence to applicable laws and company policies, and prepares clear, concise reports on findings. Additionally, the role requires staying current on regulatory changes, supporting audit activities, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Aid in the development and execution of audit plans, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and professional auditing standards.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, identify potential risks, and recommend improvements, including ensuring timely remediation of identified deficiencies.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports that clearly document findings, misstatements, and recommendations, highlighting risks, issues, and corresponding corrective action plans.
• Ensure all audit activities adhere to applicable auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and established frameworks, while consistently demonstrating professional skepticism, ethical conduct, and integrity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts, provide guidance to junior team members, and support external auditors during statutory audits.
• Participate in audit debrief sessions to identify lessons learned and recommend enhancements to audit processes; take ownership of audit engagement setup, execution, and closure, ensuring timely reviews and follow-up actions.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the auto finance industry or broader financial services sector, with a focus on audit, compliance, quality assurance (QA), or quality control (QC).
• Demonstrated experience managing or supporting projects within a regulatory compliance, audit, or banking environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of financial regulations, consumer protection laws, and industry best practices is strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate, integrate, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical thinking skills, with the ability to evaluate complex information and draw sound conclusions.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and contribute effectively within a team-oriented environment.
• Overtime required – required on an as needed basis.
• Travel 0-10% – as required on an as needed basis.
• Must have reliable transportation and live within a commutable distance to one of the following cities: Dallas, TX.