Senior Manager, Internal Audit

COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Forbright is a nationwide full-service bank and lender helping accelerate the transition to a sustainable and low-carbon economy. Headquartered in Chevy Chase, Maryland, Forbright is committed to accelerating the transition to a sustainable economy by financing visionary leader in clean energy, healthcare, technology, financial services, real estate, and other industries with extraordinary service.

COMPANY CULTURE: We are a dynamic, high energy, fun, and fast-paced organization that has an exciting growth trajectory, meaningful mission, and embedded responsible environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices into our daily interactions. We offer our team members a culture of collaboration, inclusion, flexibility, recognition, and giving back. We look to hire individuals that are passionate about our mission, and who are motivated, customer and results-oriented, innovative, adaptable, and thoughtful.

COMPANY MISSION: We are a mission-driven institution with an uncommon commitment to decarbonization and sustainability. As the need to build a more sustainable, low-carbon economic system grows increasingly urgent, we are dedicating capital to financing the companies, investors, and innovators driving that change. We are reimagining how a bank should operate in a changing world.

JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Manager, Internal Audit is responsible for leading the day-to-day oversight of the financial/operational Internal Audits to ensure the bank has a comprehensive system of internal controls in place to minimize risks and validate compliance. This position reports directly to the Chief Audit Executive and works closely with executive leadership and other key stakeholders to align the risk-based audit program with strategic business objectives.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and develop the Internal Audit financial team by developing and implementing action plans related to risk assessments, annual planning, audit execution, audit reporting, staff recruiting/development, third-party coordination, and audit technology.
• Assist with the development of Internal Audit key metrics and compilation of Audit Committee reporting.
• Oversee the execution of audits, either individually or in conjunction with a co-sourced Internal Audit team, defined in the audit plan ensuring the highest level of service quality and client satisfaction.
• Assist with the oversight of the staffing and/or RFPs for third parties to execute audit plan.
• Issue Internal Audit reports that are clear, concise, identify root causes with practical solutions and delivers value to management.
• As requested by the Chief Audit Executive, be prepared to meet with the Audit Committee to report the status of Internal Audit’s ongoing monitoring activities and inform of internal and external emerging risks and/or exposures that should be considered.
• Proactively inform senior management of significant risk exposures related to internal controls, compliance, and/or governance requiring attention.
• Actively participate in meetings to ensure that Internal Audit is well-informed of key business developments that could have an impact on audit priorities and plans.
• Have a full understanding of and experience implementing FDICIA control requirements, program policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a team of high-performing audit professionals who possess outstanding knowledge, experience, ethics, and integrity.
• Maintain open communication with Bank management, external auditor, and the co-sourced Internal Audit team.
• Maintain continuous knowledge development regarding regulations, best practices, tools, techniques, and performance standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in auditing with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Bachelor’s Degree with a focus on Accounting and Finance preferred.
• Certified Internal Audit (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent required.
• Thorough knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, laws, and banking regulations.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management, regulators, and examiners while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Proactive, hands-on results-driven management philosophy.
• Excellent professional and technical writing skills.
• Ability to effectively present information to staff, management, and the Audit Committee.
• Sound independent judgement.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: For Forbright Bank to remain efficient and nimble as a growing organization, team members are expected to exhibit a high level of flexibility regarding any duties that may be situationally assigned outside of this job description.

PERKS/BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• 4 weeks PTO
• 401k + company match
• Metro SmartTrip benefits ($50/mo)
• Remote or hybrid work schedules for most positions
• Bonuses for purchasing solar panels, electric vehicles, biking to work, etc.
• Paid subscriptions to Veterans Compost, Imperfect Foods, and more!
• Best Workplaces for Commuters 2023 & 2024 winner
• The Washington Post Top Workplaces 2023 winner
• American Banker Best Banks to Work For 2023 winner

It is the policy of Forbright Bank to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to administer all aspects and conditions of pre-employment and employment without regard to protected characteristics.

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