Audit Manager

Summary

The Audit Manager is responsible for executing the internal audit program activities for the Company and operating independently of other departments. Coordinate the planning, performance and completion of internal audit, compliance and other activities as assigned. Identifies business risks associated with the company's governance, risk management, internal controls, and information systems and assists in the completion of the annual audit plan to ensure the risks are being managed appropriately by management. Assists audit management in achieving the department's objectives and goals and reports to the Chief Auditor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complies with and stays proficient with all policies and procedures, federal and state laws applicable to the job. Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time; supports the company's goals and values.
• Manages the hiring, training and development of Internal Audit Staff and any co-sourcing or consulting resources used by the department in accordance with the approved budgets for these engagements.
• Manages staff, seniors, or outside consultants assigned on applicable audit projects.
• Performs or directs follow-up efforts on regulatory, SOX, 2nd Line of Defense and/or audit issues.
• Conducts dynamic risk assessment process to develop the annual companywide audit plans and priorities. Coordinates the audit plans, compliance reviews and Sarbanes Oxley internal control evaluations to reduce redundancy and provide an efficient and effective risk monitoring program with value added results.
• Oversees actions of comprehensive self-testing, independent third party and regulatory audits; makes necessary preparations for such audits or exams; coordinates responses to external auditors and regulatory examiners; ensures deficiencies identified from such audits and examinations are corrected.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable reporting and recordkeeping requirements and timely distribution of related materials and publications to designated personnel.
• Provides supervision and support to all areas of the department where service or assistance is needed; oversees activities of assigned department personnel.
• Monitors staff in daily tasks, operations and quality control; ensures the organization of assigned areas of the department, coordinating available resources (e.g., staff, materials, etc.) for maximum results.
• Gathers data and prepares reports for Senior Management, Audit Committee and other personnel.
• Prepares and reviews electronic/manual audit work papers, written audit reports, memos and recommendations for each audit project prior to submission to senior management and the SVP, Chief Auditor.
• Regularly interfaces and develops strong working relations with executive management to actively respond to changing risks/demands and represents the Internal Audit Department on various committees as required.
• Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Plays a positive role in the development and growth of assigned department staff through excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with strong delegation skills assuring a highly cross-trained staff.
• Provide, present and promote The Citizens Experience to all external and internal customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has supervisory responsibilities. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and counseling employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; 5 - 7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work related experience should consist of an audit background in financial institution operations, information security, lending and financial reporting.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations and interpret and draw bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Visio knowledge a plus.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE, CMA, CISSP, CFSA, or CRCM required. Advanced degree preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task while meeting various deadlines and producing high quality work.
• Experience with SOX 404 testing and internal control validation a plus.
• Night and/or weekend work may be required to meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel locally to conduct onsite audits 5% - 25% of the time.
• Advanced knowledge of Bank financial accounting, operations, information technology, and lending functions and services, related state and federal laws and regulations, and other Bank operational policies and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to provide leadership, supervision and training for one or more employees using positive supervisory techniques to ensure maximum productivity.
• Demonstrated ability in organization and delegation skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The associate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The associate is regularly required to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and telephone and reach with hands and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment is usually moderate.

Salary Range: $104,061.00 To 150,888.00 Annually