Chief Audit Executive - Strategic, Risk-Focused Leader

Central Bank; Missouri; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Bank is seeking a Chief Audit Executive (CAE) to lead the Bank's independent Internal Audit function, delivering objective assurance on governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and internal controls. The CAE reports to the Audit Committee and CEO, guiding a scalable, risk-based audit approach aligned with growth and emerging risks.

The role emphasizes independence, advisory guardrails, and strategic involvement in technology, data analytics, and acquisition-related activities,

Responsibilities

• Provide independent assurance regarding governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and internal control.
• Maintain independence of Internal Audit and avoid management decision-making responsibilities.
• Lead risk-based audit planning across enterprise processes, systems, and acquisitions.
• Oversee technology, data analytics, AI, and automation within Internal Audit.
• Engage with Audit Committee, regulators, external auditors, and management to deliver value.

Job description

Central Bank is seeking a Chief Audit Executive (CAE) to lead the Bank's independent Internal Audit function, delivering objective assurance on governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and internal controls. The CAE reports to the Audit Committee and CEO, guiding a scalable, risk-based audit approach aligned with growth and emerging risks.

The role emphasizes independence, advisory guardrails, and strategic involvement in technology, data analytics, and acquisition-related activities,