Auditor

About the Role

To assist in the development, completion, and documentation of risk-based internal audit assurance activities including financial, operational, and compliance audit programs while staying abreast of current trends, new developments, technologies, and practices in the audit profession, financial services industry, and regulatory environment. Auditors will accurately interpret the results of audit work performed, determine internal control weaknesses, and make value-added recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members, leadership, and stakeholders to assist in the creation of written audit programs, including the identification of risks and controls relevant to business processes, member service delivery, and relevant regulatory requirements, the creation of work papers, the implementation of testing strategies, and the identification of control weaknesses and governance gaps in processes or systems (20%).
• Communicate effectively with auditees, audit team members, and leadership. Prepare for and lead effective client interviews to understand, document, and evaluate business processes, risks, and controls as outlined in IAS methodology. Coordinate and lead assembled audit team members through discussions and/or meetings to ensure a firm understanding of the review and findings as the audit progresses. Present and effectively communicate identified audit issues and coordinate and review remediation efforts outlined by Management (20%).
• Assist with and independently execute audit programs, including design and execution of testing strategies with the incorporation of data analytics, analyzing process documentation, and evaluating the design effectiveness and efficiency of controls as related to SECU policies, standards, quality of operations, and regulatory compliance, and implementing testing strategies in accordance with IAS methodology. This includes participation in continuous auditing activities (40%).
• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to continuous improvement through independence, minimal necessary oversight, training and guidance of junior audit team members, deepening individual knowledge of the organization, operations, policies, procedures, laws, and regulations applicable to SECU, and overall knowledge of auditing principles (20%).

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree (required)

Relevant Experience: 2-5 years

Skills

• Strong knowledge of governance, risk management, internal controls, and applicable laws and regulations related to financial institutions
• Thorough knowledge of audit principles, practices, and methodologies including risk assessment and audit documentation
• Good decision-making skills
• Excellent organization skills and analytical ability
• Ability to manage multiple projects and due dates simultaneously
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information in a succinct and concise way to all levels of management
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Good aptitude for learning analytical, audit, and facilitation skills
• Ability to grasp the underlying concepts in complex information
• Ability to identify root causes to problems
• Demonstrated ability to lead others
• Highest level of integrity and objectivity to preserve the independence of all audit functions
• Ability to cooperate and collaborate with co-workers whether working onsite or in a remote setting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office business applications
• Ability to speak English fluently
• Ability to travel when required

Special Position Requirements

• Sitting for prolonged periods
• Telephone for prolonged periods
• Computer for prolonged periods
• Travel as required