Internal Audit Manager

suttonbank; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutton Bank seeks an experienced internal audit professional to help govern risk and compliance. You will liaise with auditors, coordinate with business lines, and ensure timely submission of documentation while maintaining a record of findings and recommendations.

Responsibilities include supervising audit staff, planning the audit cycle, performing QA/QC, and reporting to the Audit Committee. CPA or CIA preferred; 4–7 years of audit experience, preferably in banking/fintech sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field required.
• CPA or CIA preferred.
• 4–7 years of audit experience, banking/fintech/payments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage third-party services for bank's third-line activities.
• Assist senior audit leadership in achieving objectives and executing the internal audit plan.
• Support internal audits: timeliness, planning, QA/QC, and reporting to Audit Committee.
• Perform audit and exam issue validation.
• Address regulatory matters related to the third line.
• Track findings and ensure management addresses risks and controls weaknesses.
• Plan audit cycle and determine review schedules.
• Conduct operational reviews of selected branch sites.
• Supervise and develop audit staff; promote independence and objectivity.
• Collaborate with HR to manage staff and training.

Skills

Audit methodologies

Risk-based auditing

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-directed

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Inquiry response

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field

Job description

Summary:

Serves as a liaison to internal and external auditors. Responsible for carrying out the annual, risk-based internal audit plan approved by the Audit Committee. Coordinates with lines of business to ensure timely submission of requested documentation. Maintains an accurate record of all findings and recommendations.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or other business-related degree.

Licenses/Certifications:

CPA or CIA preferred.

Experience:

Four to seven years of experience, including audit firm experience. Preferably in a banking, Fintech or payments institution. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Essential Functions:

• Manages professional third-party services engaged by the bank for third line activities.
• Assists senior audit leadership in meeting the strategic objectives, mission, and vision of the Bank's value-add focused internal audit function through oversight of the completion of audit engagements and assisting in the development and execution of the internal audit plan and scope.
• Assists with internal audits (timeliness, planning, execution, QA/QC, reporting including reporting to the Audit Committee).
• Assists and/or performs audit and exam issue validation.
• Assists with any regulatory matters related to the third line.
• Tracks findings to ensure management adequately addresses identified risks and controls weaknesses.
• Participates in planning the audit cycle to determine review schedules for functions/departments.
• Perform operational reviews on selected branch sites.
• Supervise, coach, and develop audit staff while promoting professional standards, independence, and objectivity.
• Partners with the Human Resources department to manage department staff, identify employee training needs and performance issues.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Applied knowledge of audit methodologies and risk-based auditing techniques.
• The ability to communicate effectively and clearly, both in verbal and written communications, as well as, present information to groups of managers, employees, or third parties.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self-directed and motivated.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries.

Sutton Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, disability or protected veteran status.