Audit Project Manager I-Risk Management

Overview

This is a hybrid role (if located in Charlotte or Raleigh, NC) with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office. Two days a week in office. Open to remote in several markets for highly qualified candidate.

This

Audit Project Manager I

• Risk Management

position is responsible for leading audit projects over the Bank's second line Operational Risk Management framework and programs. Determines appropriate project scope by assessing significant risks and controls. Documents and evaluates internal controls, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements including Sarbanes-Oxley, and identifies business risks. Reviews financial transactions or reports for accuracy. Develops advanced procedures that improve process efficiency and mitigate risk. Supervises audit activities, providing expertise through knowledge in area of work, and supports external audit efforts as needed.

Responsibilities

Project Management - Assigns, supervises, and reviews audit projects. Provides feedback, direction, and professional development to assisting auditors. Conducts special projects and facilitates external audits.

Process Improvements - Creates reports and other documentation to communicate findings. Designs audit procedures, techniques, and sample approach to validate testing methods. Communicates effectively with both internal and external parties, acting as a resource on audit procedures.

Audit - Develops and executes audit procedures, performs complex analysis, uses appropriate general and audit-specific technology, and provides sufficient evidence to conclude on the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control system. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Verifies the reasonableness of financial data.

Documentation - Compiles all relevant business, process, and system information prior to auditing. Updates process flows, risks, and controls, and accounts for the impact of technology on the control environment.

Risk Assessment - Evaluates risk within the internal audit control system. Develops process improvements to avoid financial losses. Creates action plans to address unmitigated exposures.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Public accounting or Bank internal auditing.

Required designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Public accounting or Bank internal auditing.

Required designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

License or Certification Type :

Designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Required Skills :

Preferred Skills :

Experience in second line audit coverage and strategies preferred

Operational Risk Management framework and Risk and Control Self-Assessment, Control Testing, and Operational Risk Oversight programs strongly preferred

Knowledge of Risk Management practices including related regulatory requirements

Regulatory and issue validation experience.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https : / / jobs.firstcitizens.com / benefits.

Company Description :

Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens Bank serves customers in 18 states and the District of Columbia. For over 100 years, customers have trusted First Citizens with their money … and their futures. Today, First Citizens is the largest family-controlled bank in the nation and the sixth-largest bank franchise headquartered in the Southeast with more than $30 billion in assets. We employ more than 6,000 associates who are focused on helping our customers achieve a lifetime of success. First Citizens operates more than 570 branches in Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Maryland, New Mexico, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and West Virginia.

First Citizens Bank. Forever First®. Member FDIC.

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