Sr. Internal Auditor

The Internal Auditor performs risk-based internal audits in conjunction with the internal audit plan. Work performed includes partnering with business unit staff to document, understand, and analyze financial, operational, and compliance processes, assess risks, test controls which manage risks, and report results. This position assists internal audit management with development of the internal audit plan, championing internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the business, and fostering improvement of the audit process. The Internal Auditor coordinates engagements with third-party auditors and regulatory bodies and tests controls to support the bank’s FDICIA program.

• Form relationships, build trust, and partner with audit clients and audit team members
• Collaborate with audit clients and audit team members to share knowledge
• Employ thought leadership via a growth mindset approach
• Be inquisitive and curious to gain knowledge of the business function, processes, and systems
• Seek out industry trends and information to proactively identify emerging enterprise risks
• Stay apprised of company strategy and changes throughout the organization
• Respectfully and thoughtfully challenge and fearlessly ask why
• Understand and apply risk assessment methodology and risk management techniques
• Identify and analyze business processes, key risks, and critical controls
• Prepare or update planning and risk assessment documentation
• Develop and update risk-based audit programs
• Conduct process walk throughs and review or develop process documentation
• Evaluate control design adequacy in meeting established objectives
• Perform, or supervise audit team members in, the testing of control effectiveness
• Use appropriate sampling and control testing techniques
• Identify and assess the relevancy of possible observations, including root cause analysis
• Document work performed to support audit scope and conclusions
• Collaborate with audit clients to identify process improvements and solutions for risk mitigation
• Draft clear, concise, and actionable audit reports; professionally communicate audit results, verbally and in writing
• Conduct work in accordance with the Standards
• Perform follow up, including an appropriate level of validation testing, on the state of outstanding audit observations
• Conduct FDICIA internal control testing and assists with program documentation and reporting

• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant experience with requisite competencies
• Independently manages complex issues, analysis, and mid to large sized audit projects
• Provides oversight and direction for co-source and outsourced audit coverage
• Has relevant audit and banking experience within a complex banking environment and expert competencies in critical thinking, analysis, business acumen, attention to detail and report writing
• Expert application of audit standards and methodology; documents workpapers accordingly
• Routinely uses judgment on moderate to complex problems
• Advanced understanding of industry knowledge, organizational objectives and the competitive environment and risks to those objectives; understands and recommends appropriate risk mitigation strategies; provides innovate, value-added recommendations
• Expert knowledge of more than one discipline
• Influences timelines, expectations and proactively builds partnerships across all levels of teams and the organization
• Progresses department procedures and develops staff for current and long-term department needs
• Relies heavily on data and observations to identify opportunities for improvement
• Be accountable and responsible for projects, timelines, and quality of work
• Self-directed and able to produce in a remote environment
• Be proficient with Microsoft Suite of products

Travel Requirement   

This position requires travel to support business needs, including team collaboration, internal trainings, association conferences, client visits and cross-functional initiatives. The frequency and duration of travel will vary based on organizational priorities and team needs. 

Cultural Alignment  

Choice is #PeopleFirst, banking second.  

People don’t need just another bank. People need to be supported by a team of trusted partners who will get to know them and their business, understand their challenges, discover their dreams, and recognize the success in bringing people and banking together in our communities. 

In contributing to our culture, Choice team members are guided by our core values. 

· Embrace change and encourage innovation. 

· Know when to ask for help and know when to offer help. 

· Better the places we live. 

· Work hard. Do the right thing. Have a little fun. 

Our vision of Diversity at Choice is supported by our #PeopleFirst mission and our core values. 

Being #PeopleFirst means that Choice is committed to focusing attention and resources towards creating an environment where everyone feels respected and valued and can do their best work. Doing the right thing means encouraging employees to share their experiences and ideas, and to bring their whole authentic selves to work. Together, we can build an inclusive culture that seeks out, supports, and celebrates diverse voices. We can use our diversity to fuel creativity and innovation and bring us closer to our customers and the communities we serve. Be welcome at Choice. We can see you here. 

Disclosure 

This job description is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.  

All employment at Choice Financial Group is “at will” employment. This position description does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.