Internal Auditor

FHLBank; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FHLBank Topeka seeks an Internal Auditor (Associate, Internal Auditor or Senior) to perform internal audit projects, leveraging data analytics and automated testing to assess compliance and controls across the organization.

You will scope audits, execute procedures, and prepare reports while collaborating with teams, assisting external auditors, and driving process improvements. Strong GAAP knowledge and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Certification CPA or CIA preferred for Associate/Internal Auditor; required for Senior.
• 1–3 years experience for Associate, 4–6 for Internal Auditor, 6+ for Senior.
• Knowledge of GAAP, auditing standards, internal controls, and risk management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to work and travel independently and operate general office equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to support positive change and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal audit scope and perform audit procedures.
• Conduct continuous monitoring using data analytics and automated testing.
• Prepare internal audit reports and communicate results clearly.
• Cover functional and operating units focusing on compliance, financial and operational processes.
• Exercise professional judgment across varying levels of audit complexity.
• Assist with process improvements and follow up on outstanding issues.
• Support external auditors and work on special projects as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA or CIA certification

Tools

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

This position may be filled at the Associate Internal Auditor, Internal Auditor or Senior Internal Auditor level depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

This position performs individual internal audit projects as part of the total internal audit plan. This responsibility includes developing internal audit scope; developing and performing audit and continuous monitoring procedures including incorporating data analytics, automated testing, and other audit technologies; and preparing internal audit reports reflecting the results of the work performed. Work performed includes coverage of functional and operating units, focusing on compliance, financial and operational processes. The complexity of the audit procedures assigned will vary based on the level of the position and all will require the exercise of professional judgment. This position assists with process improvement initiatives, follows up on the status of outstanding issues, assists the external auditors, and works on special projects as assigned by internal audit management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience.
• Professional certification aligned to level: CPA or CIA preferred for Associate and Internal Auditor; required for Senior.
• Relevant experience based on level: 1–3 years (Associate), 4–6 years (Internal Auditor), 6+ years (Senior).
• Knowledge of GAAP, auditing standards, internal controls, and risk management, with depth increasing at higher levels.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to work and travel independently and operate general office equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to support positive change and innovation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI tools, data analytics/visualization (e.g., Power BI), and process automation (e.g., Power Automate).
• Experience applying analytics or automated testing within audit procedures.
• Experience in project management and reviewing or mentoring other auditors (Senior).

Why work here

FHLBank Topeka strives to be an employer of choice by offering industry leading benefits such as generous vacation and volunteer hours. Below are a few more of our benefits.

• Bankwide incentive compensation program
• 401K retirement plan with competitive company match
• Multiple health insurance offerings, including free telemedicine benefits
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, volunteer and bereavement leave
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance
• Incentive-based wellness program
• Paid maternity and parent bonding leave
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
• Onsite fitness center with shower facilities and onsite yoga classes
• Summer hours
• Onsite café

How we work

At FHLBank Topeka, employees are business partners. We believe we are successful when we partner with one another and understand that our differences only make us stronger_._

• Flexible Remote Workday | Business partners may work remote one day per week.
• Access to Leadership | The executives of FHLBank Topeka welcome communication with business partners. Stop by and say “Hi.” Send an email and expect a response. Or schedule a meeting to share your perspective.
• Peer-to-Peer Recognition | Our recognition programs celebrate business partners practicing FHLBank Topeka values and those working above and beyond.
• Professional Wins | FHLBank Topeka offers business partners kudos for continuing education through tuition reimbursement and certification rewards.

FHLBank Topeka EEO Policy

FHLBank Topeka is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, parental status, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, military status, gender identity and expression or marital status.

Accommodation Request

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