SOX & Internal Audit Specialist

Southside Bank; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental, &

Vision Insurance

401(k) with a Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Bank Holidays

Workplace Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Southside Bank is seeking an Internal Auditor in Dallas, TX to assist with scheduled audits and SOX testing of key controls. The role supports an integrated annual audit and helps evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of financial and operational controls in line with bank policy and industry best practices.

The candidate will participate in IT and financial audits, conduct interviews, document processes, and work with external teams to report findings to the Audit Committee and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or other business-related discipline.
• CPA or CIA preferred, or actively pursuing one or more of the aforementioned licenses.
• CISA license is optional.
• Three to five years of auditing experience.
• Excellent knowledge of generally accepted accounting standards, internal audit principles and report writing techniques.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• IT Audit and data query experience.
• Sarbanes Oxley experience and experience with financial institutions are a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills in order to work well with all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Able to work independently and with a team and the ability to grasp new concepts quickly, troubleshoot problems, multi-task and prioritize projects.

Responsibilities

• Participates in audits of assigned areas including financial, IT, and operational business activities and SOX processes.
• Interview employees of various business units to gain an understanding of workflow and technologies used.
• Documents business processes and identifies and tests key internal controls for business activities as well as application controls.
• Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Documents and communicates issues found during the audit to senior internal audit team member and the Chief Audit Executive in a timely manner and makes recommendations for improvements.
• Assists in risk assessment activities including scope, surveys, risk assessment matrices and flowcharts of key controls.
• Works with outside consultants and external audit team to provide additional audit assistance as needed.
• Assists senior internal audit team member and the Chief Audit Executive in preparing formal reports of audit results for distribution to Bank management and Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned by other Internal Audit team members.
• Pursues professional development opportunities, including internal and external training to maintain professional license.
• Maintains confidentiality of all sensitive Bank information.
• Maintains a positive and caring atmosphere for customers and employees consistent with Southside Bank's mission, CORE Values, and Blue Book culture guide.
• Provides enthusiastic, professional, and courteous service to Southside Bank customers and employees.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Understands and agrees to abide by the policies and procedures established at Southside Bank.
• Responsible for complying with audit policies and procedures as they pertain to this position.
• Performs duties in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and related anti-money laundering laws, and in accordance with the Bank's Information Security Program.

Skills

Audit experience

SOX

Interpersonal skills

Data queries

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Southside Bank is seeking an Internal Auditor in Dallas, TX to assist with scheduled audits and SOX testing of key controls. The role supports an integrated annual audit and helps evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of financial and operational controls in line with bank policy and industry best practices.

The candidate will participate in IT and financial audits, conduct interviews, document processes, and work with external teams to report findings to the Audit Committee and