Senior Manager, U.S. Finance & Regulatory Reporting - Audit

Salary range is a guideline only; actual compensation may vary based on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Purpose

Lead and execute Financial and Regulatory Reporting related audits. The Senior Manager leads and oversees audit coverage and initiatives, ensuring all activities follow governing regulations, internal policies, and procedures. Responsible for all aspects of the audit, including planning, execution, and reporting phases, as well as internal and external issue validation and continuous monitoring activities.

What You’ll Do

• Develop a strategy for financial and regulatory audits, risk management, and annual planning for banking and broker‑dealers, and assist in executing related audits, regulatory matters, and strategic initiatives.
• Lead and assist in design and operating‑effectiveness testing to verify adequacy of controls over finance activities (banking/broker‑dealers), including financial close, management reporting, booking model, financial projection and analysis, regulatory reporting, and product control under GAAP and IFRS.
• Act as Officer in Charge (OIC) for assigned projects, processes, and units; may serve as Audit Principal on low‑ to medium‑complexity assignments.
• Manage and supervise end‑to‑end audit execution, ensuring testing scope and depth support objectives, scope, and overall opinion.
• Define audit scope, align with titles, and ensure coverage provides holistic assurance, integrating with global processes where applicable.
• Deliver well‑crafted audit issues with clear recommendations and evidence of remediation, addressing root causes.
• Provide balanced audit opinions with clear statements of assurance, supported by evaluation of strengths and weaknesses.
• Assist in developing and executing a comprehensive strategic audit plan and conduct ongoing monitoring of business, industry, and regulatory changes.
• Maintain thorough understanding of business, risks, and processes for assigned areas and consider the Bank’s risk appetite and culture in daily decisions.
• Develop appropriate audit plans/activities for assigned areas and review outstanding reporting and control issues, analyzing themes and root causes.
• Collaborate with global audit teams, COEs, regional audit teams, compliance, risk management, operations, and business functions to strengthen banking/broker‑dealer audit coverage.
• Maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and regulators, handling communication, conflicts, and issue resolution.
• Foster a high‑performance environment through self‑assessment and mentoring.
• Implement data‑analytics use cases (e.g., Alteryx, PowerBI) and develop continuous auditing as required.
• Contribute to an inclusive work environment.

What You’ll Bring

• 4+ years of banking/broker‑dealer experience in audit and/or financial and regulatory reporting.
• 8+ years of relevant experience auditing financial and reporting controls, including financial close, management reporting, booking model, financial projection & analysis, and product control activities.
• Experience with analytical and problem‑solving in a finance department of a banking organization with securities, loans, and derivatives.
• Thorough understanding of financial/regulatory and compliance policies and procedures.
• Solid grasp of internal audit methodology and principles.
• Effective team member able to contribute to business and strategic planning.
• Resourceful self‑starter with flexibility, creative thinking, and confidence to deliver innovative solutions.
• Well‑developed judgment, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills for a rapidly changing, complex environment.
• Project and time‑management skills to prioritize, delegate, motivate, resolve conflicts, and promote ideas.
• Excellent written communication and executive‑level verbal presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead large, diverse teams, delegate responsibilities, and implement change.
• Preferred certifications: CPA, CIA, and CFA.
• Big 4 experience, regulatory‑exam experience, postgraduate education, or MBA is an advantage.

Location

Dallas, Texas, United States.

Benefits

Scotiabank offers flexible benefit programs designed to support holistic well‑being, including family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

About Scotiabank

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas, guided by the purpose “for every future.” The bank provides a broad range of products and services, from personal and commercial banking to wealth management, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. Scotiabank values diverse skills and experiences, fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where employees are empowered to reach their fullest potential.