Auditor, Sr

About the role

The Senior Auditor will perform audits throughout the Bank, ensuring that adequate internal controls are in place, maintained, and functioning properly. This role also involves verifying compliance with policies, procedures, and applicable laws, as well as mentoring less experienced Associate Auditors.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits within assigned areas and generate documentation showing results and findings.
• Evaluate the adequacy of existing controls, identify weak or missing controls, and recommend improvements.
• Prepare memos and reports to communicate audit findings to line management.
• Document recommendations for audit findings requiring resolution and follow up as necessary.
• Manage exception tracking reports, ensuring data accuracy and updates.
• Work closely with the Audit Manager on projects such as risk assessments, sample selection, and challenging Audit Programs.
• Coordinate audits by assigning steps to staff, setting timelines, providing progress reports, and ensuring timely completion.
• Provide guidance to staff, including answering questions, assisting with GRC, and conducting preliminary reviews of work papers.
• Collaborate with Corporate Auditor and Audit Managers to work with Bank Examiners and external auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; direct experience in Audit may be substituted.
• Minimum of four (4) years of professional work in Audit.
• Experience in the Banking/Financial Services industry is required.
• CPA, CIA, CFSA, CRCM, CTA, or similar credentials are preferred.
• Prior experience with regulatory audits such as BSA and Dodd-Frank highly desired.

Skills

• Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented.
• Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform simple and complex mathematical calculations.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with all levels of bank personnel, from staff to senior executives.
• Ability to travel as business needs arise.

Key Competencies

• Compliance and regulatory focus.
• Effective communication.
• Problem identification and solution-focused.
• Strong organizational skills.

Essential Functions

• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Sufficient dexterity of hands and fingers to efficiently operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components.
• Ability to converse and exchange information with all levels of staff within the organization.
• Ability to observe, perceive, identify, and translate data.

Benefits

This position is eligible for a list of benefits. Additional information regarding United's Mission, Values, and Culture can be found on the company's website.