Internal Audit Manager - Commercial Lending

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Posted Oct 15, 2026

Remote · US Full Time

$96K – $181K/yr

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Overview

This position leads risk-based internal audit activities across the Commercial Lending Lifecycle and related credit risk functions. The role partners with business leadership, Risk Management, Compliance, and Internal Audit leadership to evaluate governance, risk management, and control processes that support the safe and sound operation of the organization.

The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on complex audit engagements while ensuring compliance with Internal Audit standards and professional practices. The role provides leadership to audit staff, contributes to annual risk assessment and audit planning, and acts as a trusted advisor on regulatory, operational, and strategic risks impacting commercial lending activities.

Responsibilities

Audit Execution and Leadership

Lead and oversee complex risk-based audit engagements from planning through reporting.
Review audit workpapers, testing results, observations, and reports to ensure quality and adherence to Internal Audit standards.
Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls and remediation activities.
Ensure audit conclusions are supported by sufficient documentation and evidence.
Manage findings development, validation, and reporting activities.

Commercial Lending Subject Matter Leadership

Provide audit oversight of commercial lending activities, including:

Commercial & Industrial Underwriting and Portfolio Monitoring
Commercial Real Estate Underwriting and Portfolio Monitoring
Specialty Lending Underwriting and Portfolio Monitoring
Commercial Loan Booking and Servicing Operations
Credit Risk Management, Policy and Governance
Problem Loan Management

Credit Risk, Risk Assessment, and Audit Planning

Lead risk intelligence activities for a portfolio of Auditable Entities.
Participate in enterprise and domain-level risk assessments.
Assist in annual audit planning and capacity planning activities.
Identify emerging risks, regulatory developments, and industry trends that could impact audit coverage.
Coordinate with business and risk partners regarding organizational and regulatory changes impacting the risk universe.

Talent Development and Team Leadership

Supervise, coach, and develop audit professionals.
Provide ongoing performance feedback and mentoring.
Assist in interview, hiring, onboarding, and talent development activities.
Identify knowledge and skill gaps and partner with Internal Audit leadership to address development needs.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.
Advance continuous improvement initiatives and identify new areas to improve processes and coverage strategies.

Stakeholder Management

Develop effective working relationships with business leaders, risk partners, compliance professionals, regulators, and external auditors.
Communicate audit conclusions, risk themes, and recommendations to varying levels of management.
Provide credible challenge while maintaining constructive partnerships across the organization.
Support executive reporting and other governance-related activities.

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or related field.
Minimum 10 years of audit, risk management, credit risk, banking, regulatory, or related experience.
Demonstrated experience leading complex projects and managing staff.
Strong knowledge of risk-based auditing methodologies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities.

Relevant Certifications

RMA Credit Risk Certification (CRC)
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Code of Conduct

All employees are expected to demonstrate company values and abide by the company’s Code of Conduct.

Physical Demands

General Office: prolonged sitting; ability to communicate face to face in person or on the phone with teammates and clients; frequent use of PC/laptop; occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of backpacks and computer bags up to 10 lbs.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $96,000.00 - $181,000.00 annually.
Placement within the pay range may differ based upon skills, experience, and geographic location.
Incentive compensation eligibility may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.
Benefits eligibility: details available for this position.
Work arrangement: the organization prioritizes in-office presence while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Location

For Those Who Work At Home, Ohio

This position is NOT eligible for employment visa sponsorship for non-U.S. citizens.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.