The Auditor II assists Corporate Audit leadership in creating and executing the annual audit risk assessment and audit plan. They will demonstrate professionalism, objectivity, knowledge, and leadership in performing a variety of branch, financial, and operational audits specific to financial institutions. As assigned, they will lead and/or assist with audits of processes and controls across the entity’s key departments and functions. The Auditor II also performs other assurance and consulting engagements as needed to support corporate goals and initiatives. They provide assistance with the regulatory examination process as well as external audits by gathering requested documentation and managing the engagement progress. They perform audit recommendation follow-up testing ensuring that remediation plans are in place, effective, and sustainable as directed by the Corporate Audit leadership. Through testing performed and review of staff work, the Auditor II concludes whether internal controls provide adequate safeguards that provide assurance over the effectiveness and efficiency of the key operational processes in place at the organization. In addition, the Auditor II works with business units to recommend and present best practices to strengthen internal controls. It is expected that the Auditor II will continue professional development through ongoing training and participate in professional organizations to be well informed and stay current on industry best practices. They will practice continuous improvement of assigned responsibilities as well as research and implement enhancements to current auditing processes to ensure conformance with auditing standards.
Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
Essential Functions:
• Perform risk assessments, assurance, and consulting engagements to identify and determine if key internal controls provide adequate safeguards that ensure the Credit Union operates effectively and efficiently.
• In accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards, the Auditor II develops, performs, and reviews audit testing to opine on the Credit Union’s effectiveness in ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and established policies and procedures.
• Conduct effective follow-up audit testing on recommendations received by the organization from external auditors, regulatory examiners, and other third-party audit vendors as directed by Corporate Audit leadership.
• Apply knowledge of regulatory guidance from relevant agencies, internal controls, internal audit standards, and industry best practices to audits assigned.
• Manage risk assessments and audits by analyzing and testing large data sets.
• Work with business unit management to recommend best practices and prudent internal controls.
• Prepare and review audit conclusions, recommendations, and draft reports.
• Assist with regulatory exams and external audits by reviewing or preparing work papers and documents.
• Continue professional development through training and participation in professional audit organizations.
• Identify efficiencies in the audit process, including the implementation of data analytics and more efficient and effective testing.
• Conduct and review audit testing utilizing Archer GRC solution.
• Coordinate all other duties that may be assigned.
Other
• This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• This job description is subject to change at any time.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field.
• 4+ years’ experience in public accounting, consulting, or internal audit.
• Working knowledge of internal control procedures and auditing principles.
• Must have the ability to think and apply critical thinking.
• Demonstrated technical abilities in select areas (audit, accounting, regulatory compliance, etc.).
• Experience in using large data sets and data analytics tools.
• Be well-organized, efficient, and able to work independently on multiple projects.
• Experience working with all levels of management and staff.
• Strong presentation skills in order to effectively communicate audit results and findings.
• Possess strong technical writing skills to deliver quality audit reports and deliverables.
• Be detailed oriented and understand the big picture of what is being reviewed.
• Intermediate level Excel experience (macros, pivot tables etc.).
• Must have the ability to travel 5-10% to branches and seminars.
• Complies with all Credit Union policies and procedures including those related to Bank Secrecy Act regulations.
Internal Candidates Only:
• Must be performing satisfactorily in current position.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field.
• 7+ years’ experience in public accounting, consulting, or internal audit.
• Experience working at a regulated financial institution supervised by the NCUA, GDBF, FRB, OCC, or CFPB.
• Holds, or is in progress of obtaining, a professional certification such as CIA, CISA, or CPA.
• Knowledge of Symitar or other financial institution banking platform.
• Experience with Archer or other GRC solutions.