Internal Auditor

FIRST BANK AND TRUST COMPANY; Tennessee; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 20 days

11 paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K/ESOP

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Workweek 8:30–5:00

Occasional overnight travel

Job summary

First Bank and Trust Company in Bristol, Tennessee is seeking an Internal Auditor to help safeguard financial and operational controls across the bank. You will support audits, risk assessments, and examinations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions.

The role emphasizes strong accounting knowledge, confidentiality, and clear communication as you assist with external audits, branch reviews, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Work experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial audit processes.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team and communicate audit findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Branch and Operational Audits.
• Assist with annual risk assessment for all audit areas and annual budget for the Audit Department.
• Plan, perform and organize specific audits.
• Assist the Vice-President Internal Auditor with the annual external audit.

Skills

Verbal & Written Communication

MS Word & Excel

JHA system

Financial / Accounting background

Professionalism

Self-motivated

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

JHA system

Job description

Job Description

The First Bank and Trust Company is hiring an Internal Auditor in Bristol, Tennessee. The Internal Auditor plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of financial and operational controls at the bank. This position will be responsible for assisting with performing operational audits, branch audits and applicable testing. The Internal Auditor will assist with outsourced and external audits and exams. The Internal Auditor will identify risks and control weaknesses, providing actionable recommendations to mitigate potential financial and operational risks.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with Branch and Operational Audits.
• Assist with the annual risk assessment for all audit areas and annual budget for the Audit Department.
• Plan, perform and organize specific audits.
• Assist the Vice-President Internal Auditor with the annual external audit.
• Assist with both Federal and State examinations.
• Assist Audit Department with Special Projects requested by Bank Management and other relevant duties as assigned.
• Present quarterly to the Audit Committee audits completed, recommendations and deficiencies identified.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements to management.
• Perform risk assessments to identify areas of potential exposure and develop audit strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure audit findings are addressed and corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Work experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial audit processes.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate audit findings clearly.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and JHA system, etc..)
• Strong financial/accounting background
• Professional
• Self-Motivated
• Must maintain high level of confidentiality

BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES:

• PTO Leave is 20 Days per year earned monthly.
• First Bank and Trust recognizes 11 paid holidays, when the holidays occurs during the work week.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance coverage starts the 1st day of the month after hire date.
• Employees are automatically enrolled in the bank's 401K/ESOP Plan.
• First Bank and Trust provides basic life insurance coverage equal to two times an employees' base salary.
• First Bank and Trust provides long-term disability Insurance coverage.
• Normal work week is Monday- Friday between 8:30 - 5:00.
• Overnight travel may be required on occasion.

First Bank and Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/AA/M/F/Disabled/Veteran