Professional Practices Audit Specialist

Pay

The pay is based on a number of factors including the successful candidate’s job-related knowledge and skills, qualifications, and prior experience. Arvest offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including a full range of health and life, financial, and wellness benefits. For more information about benefits, please visit www.arvest.com/careers/benefits.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the execution of the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) for internal and external quality reviews, including QA issues tracking and management.
• Provide meaningful input in the assessment of internal audit’s efficiency and effectiveness, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Keep abreast of company policies and procedures, current developments in the auditing profession and changes in regulatory requirements.
• Provide input into the guidance, training, and support of other team members in the completion of audit procedures included in the audit programs and the planning documents.
• Aid in keeping the manual current and in compliance with the Professional Practices Framework established by the Institute of Internal Auditors and Regulatory expectations.
• Develop skills in the use of audit software and other Arvest data systems and complete all training courses, as assigned.
• Contribute to special projects that may include participating in audit process development projects and development of improvement opportunities and strategic priorities.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Understand and comply with bank policy, laws, regulations, and the bank's BSA/AML Program, as applicable to your job duties. This includes but is not limited to, complete compliance training and adhere to internal procedures and controls; report any known violations of compliance policy, laws, or regulations and report any suspicious customer and/or account activity.

Requirements

• Experience Required: 5 years of internal audit or equivalent risk management experience or 2 years of experience in a senior auditing role.
• Preferred: Experience in financial services audit or Institute of Internal Auditors' (IIA) Global Audit Standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls, auditing methodologies and techniques, and risk assessments.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, auditing methodologies and techniques, and risk assessments.
• Effective communication skills, both in writing and in-person, and listen effectively to others.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Relevant work experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement.
• Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service members.

Qualifications

• Education Required: Bachelor’s degree.
• Credentials Preferred: Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or Certified Financial Institution Risk Specialist (CFIRS).

Skills

• Knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors' (IIA) Global Audit Standards.

Benefits

Arvest offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including a full range of health and life, financial, and wellness benefits. For more information about benefits, please visit www.arvest.com/careers/benefits.

Schedule

This position is Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm with the ability to work additional hours as needed. Incumbent should be located within the Arvest 4 State Footprint (AR, KS, MO, OK). Remote work options may be available outside of the 4-state footprint upon further review during the interview process.