Audit Manager

If you are motivated and believe in the credit union philosophy of "People Helping People," join our team!

Position Overview:

To develop, complete and document risk-based internal audit assurance activities including financial, operational and compliance audit programs while staying abreast of current trends, new developments, technologies and practices in the audit profession, financial services industry and regulatory environment. To provide direct oversight and aide in the execution of audit engagements of varying complexity and act as a resource for team members.

Responsibilities:

• 50% - Provide leadership and guidance to facilitate audit activity. Assist in hiring and training of employees as well as manage personnel matters involving the staff.  Assist in creation and maintenance of the audit schedule including team member assignments and timelines.  Provide ongoing guidance to ensure audit programs and procedures are accurate, timely, and align with IAS methodology.

• 20% - Demonstrate positive influence in IAS and SECU.  Participate in maintaining the audit universe, updating the risk assessment, and creating the IAS Audit Plan. Serve as team lead on audit projects and play an active role in ensuring overall audit objectives are being met. Actively engage in Credit Union discussions, focus groups, and committees as opportunities arise.  Demonstrate the ability to utilize resources to promote change in the organization. Serve as a go-to audit resource throughout the organization.   

• 10% - Collaborate with team members, leadership, and stakeholders to assist in the creation of written audit programs including the identification of risks and controls relevant to business processes, member service delivery, and relevant regulatory requirements, the creation of work papers, the implementation of testing strategies, and the identification of control weaknesses and governance gaps in processes or systems.

• 10% - Communicate effectively with auditees, audit team members, and leadership. Prepare for and lead effective client interviews to understand, document, and evaluate business processes, risks and controls as outlined in IAS methodology.  Effectively coordinate and lead assembled audit team members through discussions and/or meetings to ensure a firm understanding of the review and findings as the audit progresses. Present and effectively communicate identified audit issues and coordinate and review remediation efforts outlined by Management. 

• 10% - Assist with and independently execute audit programs including design and execution of testing strategies with the incorporation of data analytics, analyzing process documentation and evaluating the design effectiveness and efficiency of controls as related to SECU policies, standards and quality of operations, and regulatory compliance, and implementing testing strategies in accordance with IAS methodology.  This includes participation in continuous auditing activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree
• At least 5 years relevant experience
• Exceptional knowledge of governance, risk management, internal controls and applicable laws and regulations related to financial institutions
• Proficiency in audit principles, practices, and methodologies including risk assessment and audit documentation
• -Strong analytical skills and a keenness to collaborate with data specialists
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and due dates simultaneously and a track record of timely completion and thorough documentation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information ina  succinct and concise way to all levels of management
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Ability to grasp the underlying concepts in complex information
• Ability to identify root causes to problems
• Demonstrated ability to lead others
• Highest level of integrity and objectivity to preserve the independence of all audit functions
• Must be able to cooperate and collaborate with co-workers whether working onsite or in a remote setting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office business applications
• Must be able to speak English fluently
• Ability to travel when required

Special Position Requirements:

• Sitting for prolonged periods
• Telephone for prolonged periods
• Computer for prolonged periods
• Travel as required

SECU provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

Disclaimer

State Employees' Credit Union reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower level based on business need.