Bank Internal Audit & SOX Specialist

Renasant Bank; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Renasant Bank is seeking an Auditor to assist with or conduct financial, compliance, and operational audits of bank branches and departments, and to perform SOX 404 testing. The role emphasizes integrity and adherence to standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of audit experience, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to prepare reports for the Audit Committee. Bachelor’s degree required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an internal auditor, external auditor, or bank examiner.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to write reports suitable for presentation to the Board's Audit Committee.
• Ability to interpret policies, laws, and regulatory guidance.
• Ability to effectively interact with other employees, examiners, directors, and management.
• Basic knowledge of computers with the ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to use the Bank's core operating system for inquiries necessary to complete examinations and assigned projects.
• Ability to exercise mature judgment with a high degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of Renasant Bank and Renasant Corporation information as required by law.
• Ability to effectively manage time, prioritize tasks, and work with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and supervise financial, compliance, and operational audits as assigned
• Uphold the standards outlined in the Internal Audit Department's Charter, which incorporates the IIA (Institute of Internal Auditors) Standards and Code of Ethics
• Perform audit procedures as assigned. Among others, procedures include reviewing controls, analyzing systems, verifying adherence to policy, and verifying data integrity and accuracy
• Complete audit work papers in compliance with the Internal Audit Department's work paper and quality control standards
• Compile and organize audit findings in a report presentable to Senior and Executive Management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors
• Perform special projects/research as assigned by Senior Management, the Director of Internal Audit, or an Internal Audit Manager
• Assist in gathering records and information requested by examiners as needed
• Assist as requested with the processing of account confirmations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Renasant Bank is seeking an Auditor to assist with or conduct financial, compliance, and operational audits of bank branches and departments, and to perform SOX 404 testing. The role emphasizes integrity and adherence to standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of audit experience, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to prepare reports for the Audit Committee. Bachelor’s degree required.