Senior Auditor - Risk

Trustmark Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Trustmark Corporation is seeking a Risk Auditor based in Houston, Texas. The Risk Auditor will complete audit engagements concerning corporate risk groups like Enterprise Risk Management and Operational Risk. Ideal candidates will bring at least three years of auditing experience and a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

A strong understanding of risk management techniques, interpersonal communication, and critical thinking skills are essential for success. This full-time role offers ample opportunity for professional development within a diverse and inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in external or internal auditing.
• Knowledge of Risk Management techniques in a financial institution.
• Understanding of internal controls and assessment methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist audit management in planning audit engagements.
• Perform or supervise control testing based on audit programs.
• Draft audit findings under management supervision.
• Support reporting and wrap-up phases of audits.

Skills

Strong oral communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Job description

MS, AL, Houston, TX; Memphis, TN; Panhandle FL; Atlanta, GA, Unknown

Type: Regular Full-Time

Job ID: 2026-19631

Category: Audit

Overview

The Risk Auditor is primarily responsible for completing audit engagement assignments covering corporate risk groups, including Enterprise Risk Management, Operational Risk, corporate governance, strategy, and acquisitions. The Senior Auditor is expected to understand risk and risk management techniques, identify and analyze business processes, key risks and critical controls, and evaluate control design adequacy; perform control testing; and document work performed in conformance with internal audit policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Assisting the audit team management in planning audit engagements. Includes understanding risk and risk management techniques; identifying and analyzing business processes, key risks, and critical controls; interviewing auditees; and evaluating control design adequacy.
• Performing or supervising staff auditors in the testing of controls based on audit program directions. Includes using appropriate sampling and control testing techniques; identifying and assessing the relevancy of possible issues; and documenting work performed to support audit scope/conclusions, to facilitate an efficient review, and to meet internal audit policies and procedures.
• Drafting audit issues under the supervision of the audit team management. Includes drafting potential exposures and significance, identifying appropriate root causes, and developing recommendations that are operationally effective and cost-effective actions to address those causes.
• Assisting the audit team management in the reporting and wrap‑up phases of audits. Includes assisting with drafting audit reports.
• Learning from the Management Team and applying coaching received.
• Associates are expected to perform all additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience
• Three years of experience in external or internal auditing
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of Risk Management techniques in a financial institution
• Knowledge of internal controls and how to assess.
• Understanding of financial institutions
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
• CPA, CIA, or intent to pursue relevant certification preferred

Physical Requirements

Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use computer keyboard and/or mouse, while viewing computer screens.

Note: This is a brief description of this position and is not limited to those described herein. Management retains the right to add, delete or modify any of these responsibilities at any time during employment.

Equal Opportunities for All

Trustmark exemplifies the strength and possibilities that come with a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Trustmark is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment.