Bank Staff Auditor

The Staff Auditor is a key member of the Internal Audit Department team. The Staff Auditor position is an entry-level position designed to afford the employee relevant experience and exposure to a variety of primary risk categories within the Company (Operational, Credit, Market or Technology). The Staff Auditor will report to the Senior Auditors and/or Audit Supervisors on individual audits depending on a variety of factors including team composition and complexity of the specific audit project. From time to time, the Staff Auditor will assist more senior members of the department with other internal audit projects and initiatives as directed, such as Sarbanes Oxley related procedures.

Key Responsibilities: The Staff Auditor principal responsibilities include the following: Perform operational, financial and compliance audit procedures in support of and under the direction of the audit team. Participates in developing internal audit deliverables and assures work is completed within agreed upon time frames. Develops and maintains productive working relationships with middle management in assigned areas. Creates work products such as audit analysis, client correspondence, memorandums and other working papers that document the audit procedures performed, the findings, and the results of those procedures in assigned audit areas. Conducts research regarding general business/economic developments and new pronouncements/standards as part of audit planning. Demonstrates teamwork by responsively cooperating with the other engagement team members, sharing information and ideas, accepting constructive feedback, and accepting additional assignments when appropriate
REQUIREMENTS
Key Qualifications: Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related business discipline is required. Progress toward certification in at least one area (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA, CMA, CFE, etc.) is expected upon hire.

Experience: Well-developed analytical, interpersonal, and communication (both written and verbal) skills; Business/educational exposure to Accounting/Finance trends and techniques; Basic knowledge of bank operations and related issues, risks, and the regulatory environment.

Personal Characteristics: Unquestionable ethics, integrity and values. High level of energy, passion, and commitment to excellence. Strong problem-solving skills, including creativity and innovative thinking combined with a willingness to challenge the status quo and act as a “change agent”. Highly professional with strong interpersonal skills.

Must be able to pass a drug screening, a reference check, a criminal background check, and a credit check.