Senior Internal Auditor

How will this role impact First Command?

Reporting to the Associate Director of Internal audit, the Senior Internal Auditor will be accountable for completing testing and work paper documentation related to internal audits across the Enterprise.

The Senior will work with employees at all levels and will be responsible for socializing and gaining assurance for timely remediation of all audit issues.

What will the employee do in this role?

Works with Manager to conduct initial planning and research necessary for completing the audit program

Leverages past audit results, work papers, external research and working knowledge of regulations to ensure audit procedures are designed appropriately and make necessary adjustments as processes and / or regulatory requirements changes

Performs walkthroughs, taking detailed notes to capture relevant details necessary for finalization of the audit procedures

Works with Manager to complete the audit program for each area under audit

Identifies necessary access in order to generate reports and populations for audits

Assess and analyze large, complex data sets to ensure a complete and accurate population and / or sample selection

Prepares and manages document requests to ensure accurate and timely completion by Management

Socializes all initial exceptions timely to ensure they are cleared or documented as an observation

Communicates details of issues in status meetings and close meetings

Documents all work papers thoroughly, clearly and concisely to allow for efficient review by the Manager

Constantly monitors and reviews status of audit procedures to ensure that all tasks and priorities are on track

Assists with the administration, validation and status reporting of management action plans of completed audits

Leads meetings, discussions and interviews with company management including senior management

Interfaces with all levels of the organization, creating a reputation of trust and objectivity

What Skills / Qualifications Do You Need?

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field

Work Experience

At least 4 years of internal audit or external audit required

Experience in financial services preferred but not required

Experience leading internal audits and completing audit programs

Certifications

At least 1 audit related certification required (i.e. CFE, CIA, CPA, CISA)

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be proactive and work with a sense of urgency

Must demonstrate strong work ethic and desire to get the job done

Self-motivated to provide high-quality work and meet deadlines

Must be able to form relationships without compromising objectivity of audit conclusions

Exceptional interpersonal skills, including written and oral communications, listening, and fostering open communications

Absolute commitment to timely delivery of quality service and work product

Must use sound judgment when handling confidential and / or sensitive information

High level of competency in computer skills including data analysis, analytical tools, and the Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to quickly learn new systems necessary for completing audits

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