Senior Internal Auditor

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support to the Director of Internal Audit including assistance with the day-to-day coordination for the outsourced internal audit service provider.
• Act as a liaison between the outsourced internal audit service provider and the business unit management teams.
• Cook up meetings with the outsource internal audit service provider for all aspects of the audit cycle.
• Absorb responsibilities for managing multiple audit assignments in various stages of the audit cycle simultaneously and adjust priorities as business needs change which includes supporting special requests and ad-hoc projects as required.
• Participate in the annual risk assessment process and development of the internal audit plan.
• Perform risk-based financial, operational, and compliance audits through preparation of the scope, and performing risk assessments, walkthroughs, and fieldwork.
• Participate in the walkthroughs and testing of key controls to assess design and operating effectiveness in accordance with SOX requirements.
• Cook up efforts for management’s quarterly SOX compliance.
• Lead discussions regarding audit observations and promote awareness of risk and control concepts.
• Prepare audit findings and communicate recommendations to management and stakeholders in a professional and constructive manner.
• Track and validate the resolution of audit issues, regulatory exam findings, and control deficiencies.
• Provide guidance to business units management during implementation of remediation plans.
• Identify opportunities to streamline business processes, increase efficiency, and drive continuous improvement not only during audits but as part of the internal audit function.
• Develop and invest in strong relationships with the business unit management teams.
• Serve as a liaison to work with the external auditors throughout the year.
• Maintain membership in good standing with the Institute of Internal Auditors if certification is obtained.
• Pursue continued professional development and continuing education which will include, but not be limited to, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal audit best practices to ensure high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive audit experience.
• Banking experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, associate’s degree along with relevant work experience acceptable.
• Relevant professional certifications preferred or working towards certification (CIA, CPA, or CRMA).
• Knowledge of banking operations, lending processes, and federal banking regulations is preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and corporate governance.
• Working knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and public company compliance requirements.
• Understanding of the Institute of Internal Auditors’ Global Standards for the Professional Practices of Internal Auditing.
• Demonstrate strong problem identification, analysis and problem solving, report writing and editing.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.
• Critical and inquisitive thinker that will pursue root causes and thorough understanding of processes.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with other tools.