Internal Auditor: SOX & IT Controls Expert

Southside Bank; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental, &

Vision Insurance

Insurance Eligibility for Dependents

401(k) with a Match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Bank Holidays

Workplace Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Southside Bank is seeking an Internal Auditor to assist with scheduled audits and SOX testing, supporting the annual integrated audit with the external team. The role involves reviewing designs and operating effectiveness of financial and operational controls to ensure compliance with bank policies and industry best practices.

You will participate in risk assessment, test key controls, and contribute to formal audit reports for management and the Audit Committee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or related discipline.
• CPA or CIA preferred or actively pursuing one or more licenses.
• CISA license is optional.
• 3–5 years of auditing experience.
• Excellent knowledge of GAAP, internal audit principles, and report writing.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• IT Audit and data query experience.
• Sarbanes-Oxley experience and banking familiarity are a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participates in audits of financial, IT, and operational activities and SOX processes.
• Interviews employees to understand workflows and technologies used.
• Documents processes and tests key internal controls and application controls.
• Evaluates adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Prepares audit reports for management and Audit Committee.
• Assists in risk assessment activities and scope development.
• Coordinates with external auditors as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.

Skills

Auditing

SOX testing

IT Audit

Data query

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in accounting/finance

CPA or CIA preferred

CISA optional

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Southside Bank is seeking an Internal Auditor to assist with scheduled audits and SOX testing, supporting the annual integrated audit with the external team. The role involves reviewing designs and operating effectiveness of financial and operational controls to ensure compliance with bank policies and industry best practices.

You will participate in risk assessment, test key controls, and contribute to formal audit reports for management and the Audit Committee.