Internal Auditor L (Pasadena, Ca)

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Analytical role that conducts non-complex audits and assists in performing more complex testing to determine the existence, reliability, and effectiveness of internal controls within the organization. Creates and enhances internal audit programs including performing risk assessments and audit procedures, identifying and communicating recommendations, and preparing the audit report in accordance with department standards.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

Continually evaluate the effectiveness of internal audit process. Review policies and procedures, to determine if they are current, adequate, and in accordance with IIA Standards.

Assist in the Annual Planning process to assess the enterprise risk and to develop the audit plan.

Plan, develop, and execute audit procedures as assigned and lead non-complex audits. Assist in the performance of the audit-level risk assessments over functions and activities within the audit area; perform analytical testing; schedule and conduct efficient walkthroughs; prepare detailed descriptions, flowcharts, and narratives of the procedures and internal controls in place. Based on the results of the risk assessment, prepare and execute the audit procedures. Prepare accurate and complete audit work papers to support audit testing. Draft issue memos and audit reports that are factual and convincing. Complete work assigned as scheduled with supervision, reporting problems or delays proactively to the AIC.

Develop appropriate audit procedures to validate management’s corrective actions to internal and external audit recommendations.

Provide assistance in the investigation of internal and external fraud.

Support and uphold the Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditing as well as the Code of Ethics established by the Institute of Internal Auditors.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business related field. One to two years of public or internal audit experience in the financial services industry, or equivalent experience.

Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, or other professional certification preferred but not required.

Knowledge, skills, and experience in applying the principles and practices of internal auditing in accounting, financial, and operational environments, including auditing business functions and information systems.

Knowledge of general accounting. Financial and business skills, knowledge, and experience.

Demonstrated skills in the identification and resolution of business problems. Ability to research and identify best practices.

Demonstrated ability to understand and document business processes and related internal controls in narrative and/or flowchart formats.

Basic project management and time management skills.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, an analytical mind, and strong interpersonal and management skills.

Knowledge of internal control systems and audit practices.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook). Must be proficient in technology applications including the Credit Union’s operating system and specialized software required for performance of position.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop kneel, crouch, crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position may qualify as Remote or Hybrid with a home base at one of Wescom’s offices. The Remote or Hybrid status may be discontinued by Wescom in its sole discretion at any time and for any reason or no reason, with or without notice by Wescom or Employee.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet. It is a non-smoking environment.

The above job requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. The marginal functions have not been included. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. An employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and duties as requested by the supervisor and/or management.

If you are applying for a Hybrid/Remote position, please note applicants are required to reside within our Wescom service areas which are defined as the following counties: Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Diego, Imperial ,Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, Merced, Mariposa, Monterey, San Benito, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, Santa Cruz, Stanislaus and Tulare counties.