Senior Internal Audit Lead - Banking & Compliance

Burke & Herbert Bank; Alabama; On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke & Herbert Bank is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to plan and execute audits, evaluate internal controls, and identify risks across operational, financial, and compliance areas. You will mentor junior staff, prepare audit workpapers and reports, and support regulatory reviews, aiming to enhance efficiency and financial integrity.

The role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of GAAP and IIA standards, and the ability to work independently in an office setting with limited

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of internal or external auditing experience.
• CPA and/or CIA certification preferred or candidate actively pursuing.
• Experience auditing financial institutions and banking regulations preferred.
• Experience with audit software and data analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform operational, financial and compliance audits in line with the audit plan.
• Partner with the Director of Internal Audit to develop the annual audit plan.
• Mentor and review work of junior auditors and provide guidance on audit techniques.
• Identify internal control gaps and risks; provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare clear audit workpapers and reports with findings and remediation steps.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on remediation.
• Support external audits and regulatory reviews as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of GAAP, IIA standards and banking regulations.

Skills

Project management

Audit standards

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Interpersonal communication

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA and/or CIA certification preferred

Tools

Audit software

Data analytics tools

Job description

Burke & Herbert Bank is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to plan and execute audits, evaluate internal controls, and identify risks across operational, financial, and compliance areas. You will mentor junior staff, prepare audit workpapers and reports, and support regulatory reviews, aiming to enhance efficiency and financial integrity.

The role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of GAAP and IIA standards, and the ability to work independently in an office setting with limited