Internal Auditor jobs in Alabama

Job Summary:

The Internal Auditor is required to independently evaluate the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of the internal control structure using auditing skills to ensure bank personnel are performing according to the internal policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Execute the day-to-day activities of audit engagements including planning, process documentation, testing and reporting in accordance with department and industry standards with limited supervision.
• Support the design and execution of an engagement’s audit approach and procedures in accordance with relevant regulatory guidance, banking industry accounting literature and applicable internal guidance and the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Review bank policies and procedures to assist in developing internal audit programs.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge and staying current on developments in regulatory guidance and banking industry accounting literature and its impact on the organization.
• Understand risk and risk management requirements; identify and analyze business processes, key risks and critical controls.
• Identify and communicate potential issues and opportunities for audit efficiencies and process improvement to Management and evaluate subsequent remediation of those issues.
• Ensure audits are completed timely and within budget.
• Assist in reporting and wrap-up of audits, including assisting with exit conferences and drafting audit reports.
• Perform additional tasks, as assigned by Management.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or other related major required.
• CIA, CPA, CFE or other relevant certification preferred.
• Three - five years internal or external audit experience, preferably with Financial Institutions.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Understanding of internal controls.
• Possess moderate analytical and project management skills and sound independent judgement.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.