Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor

The Internal Auditor will plan and execute a blend of financial, operational, compliance, and information technology audits to support the completion of the risk-based audit plan.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Support the completion of the annual risk-based audit plan by planning, executing, and reporting the results of assigned audits.
2. Gain an understanding of the purpose of the audit and work with Internal Audit management to scope the audit to achieve the objectives in a reasonable timeframe.
3. Execute appropriate testing procedures to address identified risks.
4. Prepare concise, well-written audit reports and keep management informed of progress and results.
5. Successfully build and maintain effective working relationships with audit clients and management. Promote organizational confidence in the value and integrity of Internal Audit.
6. Maintain a working knowledge, through training and interactions with peers, of accounting, regulatory, and compliance issues at the organization.
7. Work with the external auditors and regulators by providing requested data and answering audit-specific questions as needed.
8. Conduct special reviews or investigations at the request of Internal Audit management.

Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Four-year degree in accounting, finance, business, or information systems.
• Two (2) years' experience in auditing, accounting, finance, IT, or business process improvement preferred.
• Experience in the financial services industry or the mortgage banking industry is strongly preferred.
• Certification (CPA, CIA, CISA or similar certification) is strongly preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to quickly establish strong working relationships with audit clients and management.
• Conceptual, analytical thinker who can work through complex issues and make sound business judgments.
• Energetic, self-motivated auditor with a strong level of initiative.
• High personal and professional ethics with a commitment to excellence.
• Strong written and oral communicator who can deliver audit results in a manner that drives change while maintaining effective client relations.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards, the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) Framework, Statements on Auditing Standards (SAS) and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.