Audit associate Jobs in Santa ana ca

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE : FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for nine consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Responsible for managing, leading and setting priorities on the daily operations of the corporate internal audit department that is responsible for leading and conducting internal audits, due diligence, fraud investigations and special projects.

Essential Functions

• Manages and sets priorities of the daily operations of a large functional area or department.
• Manages multiple audits
• Identify opportunities for enhancing department strategy, processes, planning
• Perform reviews of audit workpapers and reports
• Prepare initial / final draft of audit report
• Primary liaison with senior business management to understand / communicate audit risk and issues
• Interacts with company's regulators or external parties
• Manages a group of professionals (typically skilled exempt and non-exempt level employees) who have responsibility for operations and project outcomes. Provides direct and indirect supervision of teams.
• Contributes to project reviews and approves detailed designs and cost estimates for projects.
• Participates in long-range departmental planning and provides input to operational decisions and to clarify or modify project plans, and / or schedule requirements.
• Writes and conducts employee performance reviews and provides ongoing performance feedback through coaching. Makes hiring and compensation recommendations. May get input from Senior Management / Executive Management.

Job Complexities & Impact

Supervision Received or Extended

Knowledge and Skills / Technology Used

Typical Education

Typical Range of Experience

License or Certification

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours and / or responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

What We Offer

By choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it's the right thing to do, but also because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO / paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.