Audit Services - Staff Internal Auditor I

Golden 1 Credit Union; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden 1 Credit Union in Sacramento, CA is hiring a Staff Internal Auditor I to join Audit Services. This exempt role reports to the Manager - Audit Services and participates in risk-based internal audits, including branch audits and compliance reviews, to strengthen controls and protect members.

You will document processes, perform walkthroughs, analyze data, and communicate findings to management with clear recommendations.

Qualifications

• Experience assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, preparing reports, and communicating results to management is required.
• Experience in banking, credit unions, or other financial services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist risk-based internal audits including branch audits and compliance reviews.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls.
• Design and execute test procedures, analyze results, maintain supporting documentation, and form evidence-based conclusions.
• Prepare workpapers, observations, recommendations, and draft reports under supervision.
• Communicate review status, control observations, and recommendations to management with mitigation strategies.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, regulations, and internal control practices.
• Perform follow-up procedures to determine whether management actions address identified risks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting, audit, IT or related field

Job description

Job Title: Staff Internal Auditor I
Status:Exempt
Reports to: Manager - Audit Services
Department: Audit Services
Job Code: 4214
Pay Range: $64,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually
Location: Hybrid in Sacramento, CA

Who We Are

Golden 1 Credit Union is among the top credit unions in the country. As a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative, Golden 1 is guided by the credit union philosophy of "people helping people". We are committed to empowering our members and uplifting our communities as we create a more equitable and financially inclusive California. We welcome all who embrace our Core Values.

Who You Are

You are an emerging audit professional who demonstrates curiosity, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and apply audit principles, risk concepts, and internal control fundamentals. You work collaboratively with audit team members, management, and business partners, communicating professionally while developing your analytical and critical thinking skills. You take ownership of assigned work, seek guidance when appropriate, contribute effectively in a team environment, and continuously build your knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, professional standards, and audit methodologies.

What You'll Do

• Assist with risk-based internal audits including branch audits and compliance reviews in assigned area and prepare draft audit program to ensure appropriate audit coverage of critical activities, under supervision.Assist in documenting business processes, performing walkthroughs, analyzing data, evaluating control design and effectiveness, and identifying trends, exceptions, root causes, and opportunities to strengthen controls and protect members.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls using accepted risk management and internal control techniques.
• Design and execute test procedures, analyze results, maintain sufficient supporting documentation, and form clear, evidence-based conclusions.
• Prepare timely, accurate, and complete workpapers, observations, recommendations, and draft reports in accordance with department procedures and quality expectations under supervision.
• Communicate review status, control observations, and recommendations to management; collaborate on practical mitigation strategies and **escalate** significant or sensitive matters as appropriate.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, regulations, industry guidance, and internal control practices, including requirements related to protection of member data and consumer financial protection.
• Perform and coordinate follow-up procedures to determine whether management actions appropriately address identified risks.

Qualificiations And Preferences

• Bachelor's Degree in finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Audit, Information Technology or a related field from a four-year college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience required
• 1+ years of internal audit, external audit or related risk experience required
• 1+ years Experience assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, preparing reports, and communicating results to management is required required
• Experience in banking, credit unions, or other financial services is preferred

Why Join Us

Golden 1 Credit Union provides its employees a market-competitive and internally equitable total rewards compensation package through a variety of programs. These programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain employees that drive and support the achievement of Our Mission, Vision, and Strategic Goals. The Credit Union is committed a total rewards philosophy built on; a comprehensive compensation package, well-being and work-life balance, career development and growth, rewards and recognition, and a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We believe in fostering a workplace where every employee is recognized, valued, and motivated to contribute their best.

Disclaimer/Intent And Function Of Job Descriptions

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. Because the nature of positions and job functions can change over time, this job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all essential functions, duties, responsibilities and qualifications requirements of team members assigned to this job. Job duties may be changed or modified in the Credit Union's discretion. The Credit Union will keep team members updated on key functions, duties, and requirements of their position by communications from the Credit Union and by updating the job description from time to time. Any team member with questions about the nature of their job duties is encouraged to consult with their supervisor.