Job Posting for Internal Audit Manager at WaFd Bank
This position is a "working manager" role that is responsible for the development, supervision and performance of audits of assigned portfolio areas of the Audit Plan. This includes planning, fieldwork, quality review, and reporting phases. This role is responsible for the development of analysis and recommendations designed to remediate control deficiencies, safeguard assets, and improve operational efficiency. This position is also responsible for ensuring that assigned staff members maintain a high level of productivity. Lastly, and very important, this position is a key member of Internal Audit management and is expected to assist and support the SVP - Internal Audit in training/developing Audit Senior and Staff, execution of audits on time and on budget, and implementing the strategic vision for the Internal Audit Department. Along with the key functions listed below, this position will be expected to uphold the value that Washington Federal places on simply being nice when servicing our co-workers and WAFD customers, and living our Corporate Values of Integrity, Ownership, Simplicity, Teamwork, and Service Culture.
Plan and conduct financial and operational audits, SOX testing, and other audits as assigned.
Assess the adequacy of controls, and compliance with bank policies and federal regulations, and issue audit reports that accurately and effectively communicate audit results, evaluation criteria, root cause of exceptions, consequences of failure to remediate, and corrective action to be taken by management.
Manage assigned staff to ensure that audits are completed timely, within budget, and include required deliverables.
Ensure that deliverables (work papers, reports, analyses) for assigned audits are consistent with departmental quality standards and regulatory expectations. Perform QA reviews and final sign-off on workpapers of others, as agreed upon with SVP - Internal Audit.
Assist the SVP - Internal Audit and other members of Internal Audit management in developing process flows, departmental standards, related policies, and the Annual Audit Plan.
Support and assist in the coordination of co-sourced audits, external audits and regulatory examinations, as needed.
Assist and support the SVP - Internal Audit in implementing a short and long term strategic vision for Internal Audit
Serve as a coach for staff as assigned by the SVP - Internal Audit. Provide training, development, and feedback to team members on an on-going basis throughout the year.
Plan and conduct financial and operational audits, SOX testing, and other audits as assigned.
Assess the adequacy of controls, and compliance with bank policies and federal regulations, and issue audit reports that accurately and effectively communicate audit results, evaluation criteria, root cause of exceptions, consequences of failure to remediate, and corrective action to be taken by management.
Manage assigned staff to ensure that audits are completed timely, within budget, and include required deliverables.
Ensure that deliverables (work papers, reports, analyses) for assigned audits are consistent with departmental quality standards and regulatory expectations. Perform QA reviews and final sign-off on workpapers of others, as agreed upon with SVP - Internal Audit.
Assist the SVP - Internal Audit and other members of Internal Audit management in developing process flows, departmental standards, related policies, and the Annual Audit Plan.
Support and assist in the coordination of co-sourced audits, external audits and regulatory examinations, as needed.
Assist and support the SVP - Internal Audit in implementing a short and long term strategic vision for Internal Audit
Serve as a coach for staff as assigned by the SVP - Internal Audit. Provide training, development, and feedback to team members on an on-going basis throughout the year.
Requirements:
Six years of experience in audit, regulatory compliance and/or a combination thereof. Prior experience working in bank operations or other financial services functions will be considered.
Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university in accounting, finance or business administration with a concentration in accounting.
CPA or CIA strongly preferred. Other applicable audit or regulatory certifications (CRCM, CAMS, CISA, et al.) will be considered. (Certification required for promotion to Senior Manager.)
Candidates must possess excellent organizational skills and demonstrate the ability to effectively manage a portfolio of assigned audits and projects.
Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and complete work assignments in a timely manner
Ability to perform research and develop interpretation of accounting literature, banking regulations, and related control frameworks.
Demonstration of effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate at all levels within the company.
Ability to work on multiple, concurrent projects, as part of a team or independently, and research, understand, and evaluate Bank operations, rules and regulations
High level of personal integrity and reflect an appropriate level of judgment, maturity, and confidentiality.
A "team player" with a focus on collaboration with peers and assisting the SVP - Internal Audit, and experience in leading, training and developing teams.
Must be able to build positive relationships with regulators.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.
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