Internal Auditor: Bank Risk & Controls Expert

Bank-First; Bellevue (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank First is seeking an Internal Auditor to execute a risk-based internal audit plan. The role collaborates with the AVP - Internal Audit and outsourced partners, evaluating governance, risk management, and control processes across deposits, loans, finance, and treasury operations.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s in accounting or finance with 3–5 years in internal audit, and CPA/CIA are preferred. Strong communication and analytical skills, plus professional skepticism, are essential for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 3–5 years of internal audit experience.
• CIA or CPA designation preferred.
• Knowledge of banking, finance, or accounting regulatory policies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
• Professional skepticism and ethical focus.
• Proficient in MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct internal audit engagements with AVP - Internal Audit.
• Assist VP – Enterprise Risk Management and AVP - Internal Audit in planning and execution of audits.
• Input observations and management responses into audit remediation software.
• Analyze audit findings metrics for reporting to the Audit Committee.
• Support outsourced audits and reviews with external partners.
• Assist in planning and facilitation of Internal Audit Risk Assessments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Professional skepticism

Problem solving

Ethical focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CIA or CPA designation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Bank First is seeking an Internal Auditor to execute a risk-based internal audit plan. The role collaborates with the AVP - Internal Audit and outsourced partners, evaluating governance, risk management, and control processes across deposits, loans, finance, and treasury operations.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s in accounting or finance with 3–5 years in internal audit, and CPA/CIA are preferred. Strong communication and analytical skills, plus professional skepticism, are essential for