VP-IT Audit- Americas Internal Audit

• The Vice President IT Audit PMO is a line management role that reports to the Head of IT Program Management Office and is responsible for supporting the buildout of strategic initiatives to effectively and efficiently manage global IT audit operations and activities at the highest quality. This position is responsible for supporting the development and delivery of the global IT audit plan; metrics tracking and reporting; quality control on audit execution; preparation of materials for regulatory requests and meetings; addressing the requests from internal stakeholders; management of key relationships within Internal Audit; and other ad-hoc activities, as applicable. The position requires broad knowledge of IT audit operations and audit practices. This position generally does not manage staff in a reporting line relationship but may oversee staff occasionally based on assigned projects, as applicable.

• Support the IT audit PMO team in managing the day-to-day operations of the global IT audit team
• Execute quality assurance checklists for in-flight audits to ensure compliance with audit methodology requirements and executive management expectations, while also operating within industry best practices, applicable regulations, and external professional practice expectations
• Identify and implement innovative methods and tools to bring efficiencies to the audit process
• Monitor the business of changes that may affect the risk environment and impact the IT audit plan
• Contribute to the successful design and implementation of global IT audit strategic initiatives through positive and continuous stakeholder engagement; building an understanding of end-to- end project scope and requirements; effective communication; and the identification and management of project risks, all completed within known time and resource constraints, and through continuous support of all members of the team
• Provide thought leadership in enhancing the global IT audit functions risk identification, assessment methodology, audit approach and practices, and facilitate the process while maintaining business relationships across the firm
• Become a trusted business advisor and serve as a relationship manager to provide assurance, insight and objectivity with direct teams and across the organization, including fostering global partnerships towards a shared vision and enhance collaboration across the third line of defense teams
• Expand skills as an effective project and practices manager capable of contributing to the overall advancement and coordination of the audit departments strategic objectives, both regionally and globally.
• Act as a leader and role model and continuously improve self and the department

• A bachelors degree in relevant discipline (e.g., information technology, computer science, accounting, finance, business administration, economics) is required
• Professional certifications preferred (CISA, CIA, PMP and/or CPA designations)
• Public Accounting (Big 4) experience a plus
• 6+ years of experience in internal or external audit, regulatory relations, enterprise risk or project management within financial services and related markets
• Strong personal and professional accountability, and the ability to enhance one's skill set while continuing to deliver Business-as-Usual needs
• Experience in technology risk assessment, audit methodology and execution
• Experience in coordination and integration efforts across multiple groups, preferably within enterprise-wide internal audit functions
• Experience in coordination and collaboration efforts across multiple regions such as Americas, Japan, APAC and EMEA.
• Willingness to take ownership of global administrative project needs by establishing frameworks and processes that are transparent and sustainable
• Possesses strong project management skills; exhibit initiative and intuitive thinking; and demonstrates ability to meet strict deadlines
• Proficiency in technology as required for assigned areas (MS Office, audit data analytics, etc.)
• Experience working with the financial industry regulators, including OCC, FRB, and FINRA; responding to regulatory requests; and previous experience auditing or reviewing technology- related MRAs are a plus
• Exhibits effective communication (both verbal and written), negotiation and presentation skills; strong interpersonal skills; and ability to engage with all levels of internal audit and business line management
• Employs strong critical thinking skills to identify pragmatic recommendations within an evolving and increasingly complex regulatory and risk management environment
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities
• Aligned with MUFG Code of Conduct, exhibits strong ethical behavior and adheres to other similar professional requirements.
• Ability to travel occasionally is required
• Working knowledge / usage of Japanese language would be a plus

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