How will this role impact First Command?
This position will work closely with the Associate Director of Internal Audit in effort to own all tactical activities associated with the efficient and effective completion of the Internal Audit Plan and the Enhanced Validation program.
What Will You Be Doing?
• Perform real-time reviews of the Senior Internal Auditors work, in effort to pre-empt deviations from scope or inaccurate testing and results
• Using influential leadership, ensure that the Senior Internal Auditor is meeting audit objectives and completing work by established deadlines
• Based on direction from the Associate Director, work with the Second Line of Defense (SLOD) to assist with the documentation of risks and controls into the GRC system
• Responsible from the management of all aspects of each audit from kickoff to final report
• Stay abreast of key topics and risks associated with the reliability and integrity of financial operating information, compliance with policies, plans, procedures, government laws and regulations, the adequacy of the means established to safeguard the company's assets, the economy and efficiency with which resources are employed and the realization of the established goals and objectives
• Draft formal audit reports and socialize results for approval
• Coordinate with Internal Audit outsourcing partners to ensure efficiency in completing audits and appropriate knowledge transfer
• Maintain knowledge of financial services procedures and stay current on regulatory changes affecting First Command to ensure that both internal and regulatory policies are in adherence
• Ensure that audit programs are appropriately designed to focus on the areas of highest risk and highest return to the business
• Work closely with the Associate Director of Internal Audit to foster a culture of partnership and positive relationships with the business
• Ensure Internal Audit staff are supporting the desired Internal Audit culture by suggesting ways to improve interaction with the business in order to develop a more positive relationship
• Provide assistance to the external auditors and/or regulatory examiners and assist in special projects, as needed
What Skills/Qualifications Do You Need?
Education
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field
Work Experience
• least 6 years of Internal Audit or external audit required
• Financial services industry experience preferred
• At least 2 years in a supervisory audit role preferred
Certifications
• A minimum of one relevant audit certification required (CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE, CRMA, CFSA etc.)
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Must be skilled with influential leadership
• Ability to multi-task and work on various audits and projects in different phases
• Ability to make good judgments based upon observations and supporting information
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including oral and written communications, listening, interviewing, fostering open communications, facilitating, and influencing
• Be highly analytical and inquisitive, dig deep to obtain a solid understanding of business processes and controls
• Take responsibility for assigned tasks, understanding, and achieving expectations
• Recognize opportunities and propose solutions to improve business processes
• Share knowledge of audit tools and technology with other department personnel to enhance the internal processes and methodologies
• Absolute commitment to timely delivery of a quality, 100% accurate, product
• Understanding of bank procedures and multiple bank systems
• Understanding of internal controls and audit processes
• Ability to independently research legal and regulatory issues
• Must exercise self-discipline, discretion, maturity, and good people skills
• Must use sound judgment in handling confidential and/or sensitive information
• Must easily adapt to changes in procedures, work loads, personnel, equipment problems, etc
• Must be an individual contributor as well as team oriented
• High level of competency in computer skills including data analysis, analytical tools, and the Microsoft Office Suite
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