Sr. Auditor

Mechanics Bank; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, and vis

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account with employer

401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company

Paid holidays

Job summary

Mechanics Bank is seeking a Senior Auditor to conduct high-quality audits of retail banking branches, loan centers, and other operational functions. The position is hybrid and based in Irvine, Roseville, or Walnut Creek, California.

The Senior Auditor will review the control environment, assess risks, develop audit programs, and prepare detailed work papers demonstrating control effectiveness. Occasional travel is required as part of annual risk assessments and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years of banking and/or internal audit experience.
• Strong understanding of bank operations, compliance, and financial auditing.
• Proficiency with MS Office and bank software systems.

Responsibilities

• Review control environment and compliance across branches and departments.
• Develop audit scopes and tests of controls.
• Document work papers and identify control deficiencies.
• Prepare periodic reports for Audit Manager/Director.
• Support risk assessments and audit scheduling.
• Conduct focused investigative audits for fraud prevention.
• Present findings to bank personnel.
• Assist in training junior staff.
• Travel 0–10%.

Skills

Audit knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Bank software systems

Job description

Senior Auditor – Mechanics Bank

Mechanics Bank is seeking a Senior Auditor to conduct high‑quality audits of retail banking branches, loan centers, and other operational functions. The role is hybrid and based in Irvine, Roseville, or Walnut Creek, California.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical review and assessment of the bank’s control environment, operational efficiency, and compliance with laws and regulations across retail bank branches, loan centers, and administrative departments.
• Recommend audit scopes for specific functions, develop audit and analytical programs to demonstrate understanding of relevant risks and controls, and establish effective tests of controls.
• Prepare high‑quality work paper documentation that evidences deficiencies in controls, fraud, or non‑compliance, in accordance with industry standards.
• Coordinate and analyze the preparation of periodic reports on specific bank activities as scheduled by the Audit Manager and/or Audit Director.
• Support the Audit Manager and/or Audit Director in annual risk assessments and audit scheduling.
• Conduct focused investigative audit work to identify irregularities and develop controls for fraud prevention.
• Deliver presentations to bank personnel on internal controls, audit findings, and recommendations.
• Assist in training less experienced audit personnel in audit routines and fieldwork.
• Support audit administrative duties as requested.
• Travel: 0‑10% of the time.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 4‑year Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field (alternatively, equivalent experience may be considered).
• At least 5 years of relevant banking and/or audit experience, preferably combining both banking and audit of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of bank operational, compliance, and financial/accounting audit principles.
• Proficiency in computer usage, including spreadsheets and bank software systems; intermediate proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to write routine reports, present findings to groups, and handle feedback diplomatically.
• Ability to work independently, manage tasks efficiently, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Experience working for a publicly traded company is desirable.

Certifications

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Compliance, Risk, or Finance certifications such as CRCM, CAMS, CRMA, CFIRS, CFSA, or actively pursuing one of these.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $95,000–$125,000 annually. AIP/Bonus: up to 15%.

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible family members.
• Employer‑paid Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, AD&D, and Disability benefits.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Commuter/Parking Benefit.
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company contribution.
• 529 Education Savings plan, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and Student Loan Assistance Program.
• Supplemental Health plans.
• Voluntary Legal and Identity Theft Services.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid sick days (accrual of one hour for every 30 hours worked).
• Up to 25 paid vacation days.
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year.
• Free personal checking and savings account.
• Discounted primary residence loan rates with $0 origination fees (restrictions apply).

Final compensation package will be determined by work experience, education, skill level of the applicant, and internal equity and alignment with geographic market data.

Mechanics Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability, gender identity, or other bases prohibited by applicable law.

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