Overview
The Senior Auditor conducts independent audits of all Bank activities to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of internal control and operating procedures.
Appraises the fairness and reliability of financial records and information for internal management purposes. Determines compliance with laws, regulations and operating procedures.
Evaluates the adequacy of procedures for safeguarding assets and prevention and detection of loss. Promotes the quality and efficiency of ongoing operations.
This position requires the exercise of initiative, discretion and independent judgment, within the scope of the individual's authority, with respect to matters of significance to the Bank.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities :
- Performs audits of all accounting records of the bank such as assets, liabilities, income, expense and related operations in accordance with the audit program approved by the Audit Committee.
- This includes planning the audit, performing walk-troughs, assessing risks and controls, performing field work in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, evaluating internal controls for adequacy, and preparing related working papers to document work performed and substantiate conclusions reached.
- Discusses findings and recommendations as a result of the audit with appropriate bank management.
- Writes and issues Corrective Action Plan during the audit field work.
- Drafts audit reports to Senior Management reporting Corrective Audit Plans resulting from audit work performed.
- Completes special investigations in the event of any significant losses or defalcations by employees in order to assemble data for use by regulatory agencies, attorneys, and bonding agencies.
- Participates with the Bank Examiners and External Auditors in conducting their examinations and audits.
- Prepares and revises audit procedures and internal control questionnaires as needed.
- May specialize in certain areas requiring in-depth knowledge and training in the function, such as regulatory compliance, securities regulations, and fiduciary trust activities.
Qualifications
- 5-7 years minimum experience in bank internal auditing, external auditing of financial institutions or regulatory examination with thorough knowledge of practices, principles, and inter-relationships of banking functions.
- Requires skills in fact-finding, analysis, problem-solving and decision making.
- Advanced PC skills including working knowledge of TeamMate, Word and Excel
- Experience in creating process documentation, developing audit plans, and performing audits.
- Ability to plan, execute and evaluate audit test plans within a risk based audit methodology.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of internal controls, financial terminology and bank documentation requirements.
- Ability to communicate with various levels of staff and management.
- Ability to manage scheduling and deadlines.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.