Senior Compliance & Internal Audit Specialist

Union Savings Bank; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Savings Bank is seeking a Compliance Officer & Internal Audit professional in Freeport, IL to develop and maintain the bank’s regulatory compliance and audit programs. The role conducts risk assessments, testing, and audits across branches, with emphasis on strong regulatory knowledge and collaborative problem-solving.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of related experience, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and excellent communication and presentation skills to interact with all

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Strong working knowledge of banking regulations and compliance regulations.
• Two to four years related experience or equivalent.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of management.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills, acute attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and tests internal controls, business processes and systems, operations and financial reports, and compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Identifies business objectives and risk factors; develops or updates audit programs.
• Maintains and develops corporate policies and procedures; utilizes standard business and audit computer software tools for planning, analysis, communication, presentation, and documentation.
• Communicates audit objectives and results with employees at all levels; summarizes audit findings and prepares audit reports.
• Makes recommendations for improvements in controls and procedures; supports business process improvement and re-engineering efforts.
• Maintains knowledge of accounting, auditing standards, IT, and regulatory compliance to ensure efficiency.
• Provides practical guidance and training across the organization.
• Work with department leaders on process improvements and implementation of controls.
• Assists in special audit projects as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Auditing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Union Savings Bank is seeking a Compliance Officer & Internal Audit professional in Freeport, IL to develop and maintain the bank’s regulatory compliance and audit programs. The role conducts risk assessments, testing, and audits across branches, with emphasis on strong regulatory knowledge and collaborative problem-solving.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of related experience, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and excellent communication and presentation skills to interact with all