Information Technology Internal Auditor

Western & Southern Financial Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan with pension options

Paid time off increasing with tenure

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave and maternity leave

Access to on-site amenities

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Cincinnati is looking for an Advanced Internal Auditor to conduct risk-based audits across various systems, ensuring effective internal controls. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field and strong analytical and project management skills. Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and educational assistance. Join a culture centered on excellence and collaboration while making a difference in your career and community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field required.
• Proven knowledge of internal control concepts and risk-based audit techniques.
• Solid project management and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk-based audit procedures according to audit programs.
• Document and evaluate internal controls in systems being reviewed.
• Prepare accurate audit work papers and relevant reports.
• Lead small to medium-sized audit projects.

Skills

Analysis

Risk-based audit techniques

Internal control concepts

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Automated systems experience

Local Area Network (LAN) applications

Wide Area Network (WAN) applications

Job description

Join Western & Southern – Somewhere You Want to Be

Western & Southern is somewhere to grow, lead, win and do good for others. Our supportive culture, continuous learning opportunities and connection to our local communities make our company the ideal place for a career. For more than 137 years, our long‑term success has been fueled by a deep commitment to customer service and our community.

Headquartered in Cincinnati, W&S is a Fortune 500® company recognized as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes. Our commitment to career growth and employee development earned us a top 100 ranking on the American Opportunity Index (AOI). We are dedicated to creating opportunities for our associates to grow and succeed. We take pride in our award‑winning talent development team and our recognition as a Top 10 Military Friendly Employer and Top Spouse Employer.

Hear what our associates say about their experience at W&S!

Our Culture: Excellence and Collaboration

Western & Southern is built on a culture of integrity, top‑notch performance, teamwork and collaboration. We’re committed to hiring and developing professionals who strive for excellence, demonstrate strong ethics and make fact‑based decisions. Our associates are empowered to chase their career dreams while being supported every step of the way.

A Day in the Life of an Advanced Internal Auditor (IT)

Under the direction of the Internal Audit AVP & Director, performs risk‑based internal audit activities for the Company and its subsidiaries. Performs risk‑based integrated reviews of operating systems, databases, applications, systems cybersecurity controls, and management controls of the Company. Provides assistance to the external auditors and regulatory auditors while maintaining effective working relationships with business unit management. Serves as in‑charge auditor for certain assigned audit projects and supervises staff auditors and college interns assigned to the project.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs risk‑based audit procedures on scheduled audit projects in accordance with approved risk‑based audit programs and in a timely, efficient and professional manner, demonstrating a working knowledge of internal control concepts for each audit project.
• For assigned audit projects, clearly documents and evaluates the internal controls present in the manual and automated systems being reviewed, identifying internal control strengths and weaknesses.
• Prepares audit work papers that accurately and sufficiently document audit tests performed, in accordance with departmental guidelines, i.e., Audit Procedures Manual (APM).
• Prepares summary memoranda, closing conference agenda, planning meeting memos, etc., that accurately describe results of tests performed, the nature of control weaknesses and exposures, and identify practical recommendations for improvements.
• Serves as the lead in‑charge auditor on small‑to‑medium‑size audit projects that have a low to medium level of difficulty and risk.

Qualification Criteria

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field of study.
• Proven working knowledge of internal control concepts and risk‑based audit techniques.
• Exposure to automated systems, including mainframes and Local Area Network‑ and Wide Area Network‑based applications.
• Solid project management with proven experience successfully planning, executing and maintaining a project from start to finish.
• Proven strong analytical skills, including demonstrated experience identifying, defining and resolving problems, and collecting or interpreting data to establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Premier Benefits to Support You

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with pension options.
• Paid time off increasing with tenure.
• Tuition reimbursement and individualized career development plans.
• Parental leave and maternity leave with a 4‑week transition back to work.
• Access to on‑site amenities like a fitness center, cafeteria and more.
• Extensive employee discount program.

Western & Southern is not just a place to work—it’s somewhere to grow, lead, win and make a difference in your career and community. Learn more at www.westernsouthern.com/careers/home-office-careers.