Senior Internal Auditor

The role

SoFi is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit team, reporting to the Internal Audit Manager. You’ll conduct audits and reviews across SoFi Bank, SoFi Securities, and/or SoFi Technologies. Internal Audit isn’t just about checking the boxes, we’re a strategic partner that helps SoFi grow safely and smartly. This hands-on role involves testing controls and documenting work in line with audit standards. You should have a proven ability to build relationships/partnerships and work cross-functionally to drive time-sensitive deliverables.

What you’ll do:

• Audit Execution




• Identify and analyze risks, plan and prioritize audit work


• Conduct process interviews, observe operations, document and analyze procedures and controls


• Perform audit tests, prepare and/or review workpapers


• Coach team members on how to perform and prepare audit testing


• Use knowledge of financial services industry regulatory mandates to proactively identify potential risks, issues, and findings; and communicate this information to the audit team.


• Perform issue follow-up, including validation testing of corrective actions




• Reporting and Communication




• Develop audit recommendations and review issues with appropriate management


• Assist in developing formal written reports for management and stakeholders


• Prepare summaries of audit findings




• Tools and Learning




• Utilize data analytics tools and AI during audits


• Continue to grow knowledge of auditing, financial services, and technology through self-study and continuing education




• Other Responsibilities




• Work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines


• Execute special assignments and other duties as assigned


• Limited travel may be required

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems or a related field.


• Minimum of 2-5 years of external audit, internal audit, or related experience with knowledge of general internal controls, risk management, and/or consumer regulatory compliance.  


• A professional certification (e.g. CPA, CIA, CISA, CRCM etc.) or desire to obtain within one year of hire.


• Extensive experience and deep understanding of how to test internal controls


• Strong critical thinking skills and unrelenting curiosity.


• Strong understanding of audit standards, internal controls, risk assessments, and the COSO framework.


• Ability to work independently with limited daily supervision and meet deadlines. 


• Ability to navigate through ambiguity, manage and coordinate multiple project assignments simultaneously, accept ownership and accountability for projects, and deliver on commitments.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and experience preparing reports and presentations.


• Ability to build strong relationships, curiosity, and a positive attitude

Bonus points if you have:

• Background in Compliance, Risk, Legal, Banking, or Internal Audit


• Experience testing controls related to SOX, SOC1, SOC2, privacy, compliance, crypto


• Familiarity with the FRB, OCC, FDIC, and CFPB examination procedures.


• Experience with AuditBoard, Tableau, Snowflake, or similar platforms.