2026 Full-Time - Advisor, Internal Audit - St. Petersburg, FL

Job Description Summary

Perform financial or management audits in accordance with audit guidelines to identify exceptions to operating procedures and standards, identify reasons for their occurrence and develops specific solutions or recommendations to achieve compliance.

Job Description

Raymond James Overview 

One of the largest independent financial services firms in the country could the place you build a career beyond your expectations. 

Our focus is on providing trusted advice and tailored, sophisticated strategies for individuals and institutions. Raymond James Financial is a diversified holding company, headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL. Raymond James provides financial services to individuals, corporations and municipalities through its subsidiary companies engaged primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to capital markets and asset management. 

At Raymond James, we are putting the power of perspectives into action and building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our commitment to associates, and clients of the future. Our company values associate development and growth, offering opportunities through developmental programs, mentorships, and continuing education options. 

We strive to ensure everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard so that you can fully contribute your unique talents for the benefit of clients, your career, our firm and our communities. Raymond James is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

 

Department Overview 

The mission of IA is to enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight. The purpose of Raymond James’ Internal Audit (IA) department is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve Raymond James’ operations. IA helps Raymond James accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. 

 

Job Summary 

As an independent contributor under general supervision, uses knowledge and skills obtained through education, experience, training and/or certification to conduct audits of assigned processes within a functional area.. Recommends improvements for internal audit processes and management’s controls.  Resolves or recommends solutions to problems. 

 

Responsibilities 

• Supports audit activities including audit control design evaluation and operating testing effectiveness. 

• Performs validation of issue remediations. 

• Partners with colleagues, internal audit management, and stakeholders to evaluate the control environment and assist with audit planning. 

• Develops and maintains an in-depth understanding of assigned business areas, its products, and supporting functions. 

• Stays up to date with evolving industry and regulatory changes impacting the business. 

• Produces quality deliverables in accordance with both department and professional standards, including project management requirements. 

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

Knowledge of –

• Fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of auditing and risk assessment.<