Quality Assurance & Improvement Project Manager

U.S. Bank

Audit Project Manager responsible for executing quality assurance reviews at U.S. Bank.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Illinois, Minnesota, North Carolina, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $119,765 - $140,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Internal Audit quality assurance processes, including the execution of QAIP reviews and adherence to IIA Global Internal Audit Standards. Proficient in analyzing audit quality metrics and developing actionable reports to enhance compliance and risk management within financial services.

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Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Expert Knowledge of IIA Global Internal Audit StandardsQuality Assurance ReviewsData Analytics and Dashboard ReportingRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Quality Assurance ReviewsAudit MethodologyRisk AssessmentRoot Cause AnalysisQuality MetricsContinuous Monitoring TechniquesSelf-AssessmentsRegulatory ReviewsAudit Issue Quality AssessmentFinancial Services Compliance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsStakeholder Influence

Tools & Technologies

TeamMate+ArcherAudit Management Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)

Industry Keywords

Internal AuditRisk ManagementRegulatory ComplianceFinancial ServicesCredit RiskConsumer BankingCommercial BankingWealth ManagementModel RiskTechnology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and execute quality assurance reviews, including in-flight reviews, post-engagement reviews, targeted reviews, thematic reviews, and horizontal assessments
Assess audit engagements for conformance with CAS Policy, Policy Guidance, Procedures, audit methodology, regulatory expectations, and the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards
Evaluate audit planning, risk assessments, testing strategies, issue identification, workpaper documentation, supervisory review, and reporting effectiveness
Assess evidence of professional skepticism, auditor judgment, and credible challenge during audit engagements
Complete self-assessments of conformance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and internal audit governance expectations
Monitor changes to professional standards, regulatory guidance, and industry best practices and assess impacts to CAS methodology and governance documents
Assist with assessments supporting internal and external quality reviews required under the QAIP
Identify trends, themes, root causes, and opportunities to improve audit quality and consistency across CAS
Analyze QAIP results and quality metrics to identify emerging risks and improvement opportunities
Prepare and communicate QAIP review results to audit management
Develop concise, actionable reports that clearly articulate observations, root causes, risks, and recommendations
Assist QAIP Senior Audit Manager with development and execution of the annual QAIP Plan
Support development and maintenance of QAIP methodologies, templates, tools, checklists, and guidance documents

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Typically more than 8 years of experience
10 or more years of Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, Regulatory, Financial Services, or related experience preferred
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), CPA, CISA, CRCM, or other relevant professional certification
Expert knowledge of the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and internal audit quality assessment methodologies
Strong understanding of regulatory expectations applicable to Internal Audit within large financial institutions
Experience performing quality assurance reviews, methodology reviews, self-assessments, external assessments, or regulatory reviews.
Experience assessing audit issue quality, remediation effectiveness, and root cause analysis
Experience with quality metrics, data analytics, dashboard reporting, and continuous monitoring techniques
Proficiency with audit management and governance platforms such as TeamMate+, Archer, or similar tools
Relevant experience in financial services businesses, including Credit Risk, Regulatory Compliance, Operations, Treasury, Payments, Consumer Banking, Commercial Banking, Wealth Management, Model Risk, or Technology
Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and provide credible challenge while maintaining strong business relationships
Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities and regulatory expectations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law