AVP, Internal Audit Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of AVP, internal audit. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for high level, high quality presentations and audit reports for audit clients, executive management and Audit Committee.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Solid working and/or auditing experience in GTS business, product, and/or support operations
• Good knowledge and understanding of information technology and systems and/or data analytics skills
• Professional accounting or equivalent business experience would be preferred
• Consumer/Retail Banking Experience Preferred (Credit Card, Deposits, Small Business)
• Digital Banking/Mobile Experience Preferred
• Support the delivery of the Corporate and Payments Technology Audit Plan
• Good understanding of system architecture, databases, messaging systems
• Experience in testing automated IT controls

In response to your job posting for AVP, internal audit, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for feedback to senior management related to identified areas of risk, breakdowns of internal controls and other areas of noncompliance with Company or regulatory policy.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience of developing and executing testing strategies to assess control environments as part of an internal/external audit or risk management function
• Knowledge of risk appetite, stress testing and impairment
• Willingness and initiative to learn new technical areas
• Lead the execution of the DA strategy developed by IA management within the context of audit responsibilities, such as risk assessments, audit planning, creating reusable tools and providing innovative solutions to complex real world problems
• Drive the integration of DA and associated data visualizations into IA projects to deliver innovative, insightful, and actionable analyses
• Partner with audit teams to identify risks associated with businesses and facilitate strategic data sourcing and develop innovative solutions to increase efficiency and effectiveness of audit testing
• Build production-ready analytical tools to support repeatable and reusable processes within IA
• Oversee the design and delivery of reports and insights that analyze business functions and key operations and performance metrics

Please consider me for the AVP, internal audit opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for support with the preparation of reports for the Audit Committee and Senior Management on the status of audit plan, as needed.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Payments process knowledge
• Financial services and financial products knowledge
• Data Analysis, coding and SQL
• Comprehensive grasp of IT environments, particularly IT controls
• Expert knowledge of internal auditing, risk management and IT security standards
• Understanding of multiple technology domains including software development, Windows, and database management experience with data analytics tools
• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance or related field
• Strong understanding of SOX Compliance, AT 101, COSO Framework, US GAAP, PCAOB standards, SEC regulations, Auditing Standards and internal controls to evaluate and determine the adequacy of controls

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the AVP, internal audit position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support for Audit Committee meetings by coordinating Prep Meetings with management staff and by creating internal timeline for document submission.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Understanding of application and system access controls, and COSO framework
• Support the Vice President/Director in scoping the audit where necessary
• Complete audit testing and workpapers
• Update the Vice President/Director and audit team with progress and observations
• Write high quality audit observations and support the Audit Owners in writing the report
• Experience with data analytics and/or exposure to data science/machine learning techniques
• Industry knowledge of Risk, Finance, Treasury or Compliance business functions
• Experience of developing credit risk strategies through analytics

Please consider me for the AVP, internal audit opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for the necessary guidance, coaching and opportunities to the Internal Audit staff members for developing their knowledge, skills, and other competencies in a manner consistent with the overall assurance needs of CWB Financial Group, as well as their career development plans.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Ensure accuracy of data and deliverables of reporting employees with comprehensive policies and processes
• Examine, interpret and communicate results of analytical initiatives to stakeholders within and outside of the IA department
• Develop and implement quality controls and departmental standards to ensure quality standards, and compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements
• Organize and drive successful completion of data insight initiatives through effective management of DA employees and effective collaboration with stakeholders
• Provide DA training and guidance to other members of the IA department
• Understanding of and experience using analytical concepts and statistical techniques, including hypothesis development, and designing tests/experiments to validate these
• Experience and knowledge of statistical modelling techniques, regression analyses, variable selection
• Experience working with and creating databases and dashboards using relevant data to inform decisions