Under the direction of the AVP, Audit & Advisory Services (AAS), this position is responsible for planning and performing audit activities designed to assess the adequacy of the internal controls, records, policies, procedures, and processes in place at the credit union.
Primary Responsibilities & Duties
· Perform audits of complex areas and processes, including regulatory compliance audits, requiring application of specialized knowledge gained through experience or specific study.
· Conduct special reviews, projects, and investigations as requested by AAS management.
· Utilize data analytics where applicable as part of audit fieldwork.
· Summarize and communicate audit results (written/verbal) to appropriate level of management.
· Make improvement recommendations concerning audit policies, procedures, and practices.
· Assist external auditors and regulators where needed to ensure efficient audits and examinations.
· Perform other duties as necessary.
Specific Skills
· Computer spreadsheet, database, and audit software literacy.
· Analytical skills: ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
· Strong written and verbal communication.
· Proficiency in application of internal audit theory, standards, procedures, and techniques.
· Proficiency in accounting principles and techniques.
Accountability
· Accountable for the accuracy and quality of the audit process, validity of research and analysis, and the overall effectiveness in helping to achieve unit and organizational objectives.
· Accountable for the confidentiality of members, employee, and other sensitive information.
· Accountable for performance management goals as agreed upon with supervisor.
Work Environment
· The physical work environment is a hybrid combination of an onsite (in-office) and offsite (remote) locations. The onsite and offsite scheduling mix is intended to be flexible and will be subject to approval by the employee’s manager.
· The onsite work environment is typical of a standard professional office environment. The noise level is normally low.
· Any offsite work location should be appropriately designed and secured based on the responsibilities of the position.
· The employee’s duties may require limited travel to corporate or other locations and/or branch offices to perform audit fieldwork. These locations are also typical of a standard professional office environment. The noise level is normally low.
· Limited overnight travel may be required for training, to attend meetings or conduct fieldwork.