Internal Auditor

Apple Federal Credit Union; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Apple Federal Credit Union is seeking an Internal Auditor at its Fairfax, VA headquarters. This role performs risk-based audit and advisory work across the organization, evaluating internal controls, regulatory compliance, and asset safeguarding, with data-driven testing and strong judgment.

The candidate should have at least five years in audits, preferably in a regulated financial institution, and a degree in accounting, finance, or information systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of professional auditing experience, including meaningful experience performing or leading internal, external, compliance, operational, financial, or information-systems audits.
• Experience in a regulated financial institution is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business, information systems, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to discuss sensitive issues diplomatically and present well-supported conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent assurance and consulting engagements across all areas of the credit union, including operational, financial, compliance, technology, governance, and strategic risk functions.
• Review credit union procedures to ensure adequate internal controls.
• Participate in the risk assessment process; help develop, maintain, and revise the annual audit plan; define objectives, scope, testing, approaches, sampling methods, and required evidence.
• Obtain and analyze system reports, data extracts, logs, reconciliations, and transaction populations; validate report logic; use audits tools to identify anomalies and support conclusions.
• Conduct audits and monitoring activities addressing applicable laws, regulations, regulatory guidance, Credit Union policies, and procedures, including other regulatory and high-risk areas.
• Prepare organized workpapers documenting procedures performed, evidence obtained, exceptions identified, root-cause considerations, conclusions, and recommendations; draft audit reports for management and oversight committees.
• Track and validate corrective actions; determine whether identified risks have been mitigated and remediation is sustainable.

Job description

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Internal Auditor

Regular Full-Time Headquarters, Fairfax, VA, US

Salary Range: $82,066.31 To $102,582.89 Annually

Why Join Apple?

At Apple Federal Credit Union, we’re more than a financial institution; we’re a community-focused organization powered by passionate people. With 24 branches across Northern Virginia and a proud legacy of service, we’re committed to improving the lives of our members and the communities we serve.

We believe our employees are our greatest asset. That’s why we foster a supportive workplace culture that values inclusiveness, innovation and growth. Whether you’re just starting out or advancing your career, you’ll find opportunities for professional development, mentorship and meaningful impact.

Why Work at Apple FCU

• Recognized as a WTOP Top Workplaces (2026)
• Collaborative, welcoming environment with forward-thinking leadership
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and 11 paid federal holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training opportunities

Role:

Under general supervision, the internal auditor performs risk-based audit and advisory work across Apple Federal Credit Union. The position evaluates the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, safeguarding of member and credit union assets, and the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of information produced by the credit union’s systems.

The successful candidate brings demonstrated prior audit experience—preferably in a regulated financial institution—and practical experience evaluating core processing systems and the business processes that depend on them. The position performs duties in accordance with Apple FCU values and maintains confidentiality, independence, objectivity, professional skepticism, and sound judgment in all audit activities.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Financial institution audits: Conduct independent assurance and consulting engagements across all areas of the credit union, including operational, financial, compliance, technology, governance, and strategic risk functions. Review credit union procedures to ensure adequate internal controls.
• Risk assessment and audit planning:Participate in the risk assessment process. Help develop, maintain, and revise the annual audit plan; define objectives, scope, testing, approaches, sampling methods, and required evidence.
• Data-driven testing: Obtain and analyze system reports, data extracts, logs, reconciliations, and transaction populations; validate report logic; use spreadsheets, audit analytics, or other appropriate tools to identify anomalies and support conclusions.
• Compliance and continuous monitoring: Conduct audits and monitoring activities addressing applicable laws, regulations, regulatory guidance, Credit Union policies, and procedures, including other regulatory and high-risk areas.
• Workpapers and reporting: Prepare organized, complete, and reviewable workpapers documenting procedures performed, evidence obtained, exceptions identified, root-cause considerations, conclusions, and recommendations. Draft clear audit reports for management and appropriate oversight committees.
• Issue follow-up: Track and validate corrective actions; determine whether identified risks have been sufficiently mitigated and whether remediation is sustainable. Identify audit issue trends.
• Investigations and coordination: Assist with fraud, theft, embezzlement, or other special reviews as assigned; coordinate appropriately with management, external auditors, regulators, law enforcement, and service providers while preserving Internal Audit’s independence and objectivity.

Performance Measurements:

1.

This position will be assessed against the following performance competencies:
Challenging Yourself
Communications
Serving with Purpose
Owning It
Teaming Up

2.

This position will be assessed against annual goals.

Knowledge and Skills:

Experience

Minimum five years of professional auditing experience, including meaningful experience performing or leading internal, external, compliance, operational, financial, or information-systems audits. Experience in a regulated financial institution is strongly preferred.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business, information systems, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Interpersonal Skills

Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to discuss sensitive issues diplomatically and present well-supported conclusions. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, exercise professional skepticism, and preserve Internal Audit independence.

Other Skills

Working knowledge of financial institution operations, internal controls, audit techniques, and applicable regulatory requirements. Experience auditing or evaluating controls, transactions, reports, data, or processes supported by a financial institution core processing systems and related applications.

Physical Requirements

The ability to lift 25 lbs. and utilize standard office equipment including, but not limited to, PC, fax, copier, telephone, etc.

Extensive video conference and email contact.

Ability to function in remote work environment.
Ability to function in a financial institution environment.

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.

*** Apple Federal Credit Union values, encourages, and implements diversity in the workplace.

As an equal opportunity employer, Apple Federal Credit Union does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

All selected candidates will be subject to credit and background checks to determine employment eligibility. ***