Senior Internal Auditor – Operations & QA Lead

Gesa Credit Union; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

401(k) Match

Tuition Assistance

Commuter Benefits

Volunteer Time Off

Product discounts

Engaging Work Environment

Rewards and Recognition

Job summary

Gesa Credit Union is seeking a Sr. Auditor - Operations to strengthen quality and efficiency across the Internal Audit function. You will administer audit planning, risk assessment, QAIP, and coordination with external audits, while guiding methodology and department standards.

You will mentor auditors, develop audit programs, and track KPIs, reporting results to leadership. This role emphasizes training, collaboration, and examiner-ready work in a regulated financial environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years of audit-related experience; financial institution environment experience preferred
• Four (4) year degree in Accounting or Finance; or equivalent training, coursework, and experience
• Possess background in the financial industry and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
• Prior experience performing internal audits and developing and maintaining risk assessments in a credit union or similar sector is desired
• Advanced to expert knowledge of processes, tools and techniques for assessing and controlling an organization’s exposure to risks of various kinds
• Ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations
• Proven experience in evaluating and testing internal controls
• Prior experience administering an Internal Audit Quality Assurance and Improvement Program
• CPA, CIA or CISA is preferred

Responsibilities

• Administer ongoing monitoring and periodic internal quality assessments, including performing quality assurance reviews, documenting results, tracking corrective actions, and supporting related reporting
• Coordinate and support external quality assessments in accordance with required assessment frequency and department expectations
• Administer and maintain Internal Audit methodology, procedures, templates, job aids, libraries, and other department documentation
• Track audit plan performance, department key performance indicators, capacity, cycle time, issue status, training, quality results, and other operational measures
• Perform audits of internal controls, systems, transactions, documentation, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance, accuracy, and completeness in alignment with Global Internal Audit Standards
• Develop audit programs, organize work plans, and prepare effective written reports
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and peer support to auditors while reinforcing consistent application of department standards and expectations Acquire and maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending industry specific training opportunities, reviewing associated professional publications, participating in job related professional associations
• Assist management with identifying specialized audit needs and coordinating the selection of third parties to perform those engagements. Provide logistical support for specialized audit work performed by third parties
• Maintain the department-wide issue management system and related supporting documentation.
• Monitor management action plans, target dates, extensions, status updates, and overdue items; communicate or escalation status in accordance with department expectations
• Perform or coordinate follow-up and validation of remediation, including assessing evidence and documenting conclusions
• Lead or support Internal Audit strategic initiatives, process improvements, and department maturity efforts
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Serve as a delegate for the Internal Audit Manager/Team Leader, as needed

Skills

Bonding ability

Independent work

Communication

Task prioritization

Global Internal Audit Standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA, CIA or CISA preferred

Job description

Gesa Credit Union is seeking a Sr. Auditor - Operations to strengthen quality and efficiency across the Internal Audit function. You will administer audit planning, risk assessment, QAIP, and coordination with external audits, while guiding methodology and department standards.

You will mentor auditors, develop audit programs, and track KPIs, reporting results to leadership. This role emphasizes training, collaboration, and examiner-ready work in a regulated financial environment.