Senior Auditor

Size and Scope of Audit Responsibility

Audits major components of business units and may lead small to medium size audits.
Performs risk assessments of business activities, potential exposures and the materiality of loss.
Designs and performs appropriate audit procedures to verify the effectiveness of existing controls, identifies and defines issues, reviews and analyzes evidence, and documents auditee processes and procedures.
Requires moderate levels of guidance/supervision from audit managers and senior managers.
Provides input into the development of the annual audit plan.
Assists the audit manager (or designated lead auditor) by completing other assigned tasks.

Span of Control

Takes some opportunities for initiative and independent judgment.
Demonstrates flexibility in responding to changes in assignment and job responsibility.
Complexity
Designs and executes internal control testing for operations of average complexity.
Performs audit tasks of moderate difficulty, demonstrating a degree of audit expertise consistent with experience level.
Understands the broader context and implications of the various types of risk affecting the business (e.g., financial, legal, reputational, etc.).
Effectively identifies and understands changes in the risk environment, and adapts the audit testing as appropriate.
Demonstrates flexibility in responding to changes in assignment and job responsibility.
Relationship Management
Establishes and maintains good client relations during engagements.
Assists in communicating the results of some audit projects to management via written reports and oral presentations.

Professional Conduct

Maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards.
Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with co-workers.
REQUIREMENTS
1 to 3 years in internal or external auditing, accounting, compliance, or other related field.
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Certification
Certified or working toward a professional certification such as a CIA, CPA, CRCM or CISA.

Core Professional Knowledge

The principles of internal control, generally accepted audit practices, and Risk Management & Controls Framework
Corporate Audit Services Audit Methodology (CASAM) as well as the CAS Audit Workpaper Package (AWP)
Financial institution laws and regulations
Basic credit card industry knowledge

Problem Solving/Decision Making

For major components of audits, can assess relevancy of audit findings, potential exposures, materiality, improving or deteriorating trends, causes and reporting categories.
Organization & Project Management
Able to effectively plan own work activities to deliver quality results, meet deadlines, and coordinate with other auditors.

Teamwork

Effectively works as a member of an audit engagement team.
Verbal & Written Communication
Effectively communicates audit findings and recommendations (verbal and written) to clients.
Discerns alternative viewpoints and perspectives, and incorporates when appropriate.
Working Relationships
Maintains appropriate audit independence and objectivity.
Presents self in a professional manner at all times.