Principal Auditor – Finance

About the role

Capital One is looking for an energetic, self‑motivated Principal Auditor to help develop and execute audit plans covering its Finance business. The role focuses on audits of accounting, regulatory reporting, market and liquidity risks, counter‑party credit risks, and other treasury‑related risks across both first and second lines of defense.

Key responsibilities

• Lead small audits and own significant components of larger audit engagements.
• Develop engagement planning documentation, justify scoping decisions, and create audit programs that address key risks.
• Design and perform audit procedures to test the effectiveness of internal controls, documenting processes and identifying gaps.
• Prepare clear, organized documentation, including draft findings, to support audit work.
• Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders and communicate audit progress effectively.
• Prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and proactively support the team.
• Coach junior staff, provide on‑the‑job training, and give constructive feedback.

Required profile

• Critical thinker with a strong understanding of business and control environments.
• Committed to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
• Adaptable, intellectually curious, and willing to challenge assumptions.
• Ability to build influential relationships based on shared risk objectives.
• Passionate about coaching, fostering collaboration, and leading by example.

Required skills

• Experience with data analytics and a willingness to deepen technical expertise.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑impact finance audits within a leading financial services firm.
• Collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous learning.