Sr. Internal Auditor

National Cooperative Bank; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

National Cooperative Bank in Arlington, VA is seeking a Sr. Internal Auditor to perform professional internal audit work across operational, financial, IT, and compliance audits with appropriate guidance and oversight.

The role supports audit planning, Audit Committee reporting, issue tracking, remediation validation, and coordination with external/co-sourced auditors. Compliance with IIA Global Audit Standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of internal control and FDICIA compliance requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to think critically.
• Self-starter able to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Inquisitive with desire to expand analysis beyond requirements.
• Ability to build relationships across departments to solve problems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (SharePoint, CoPilot, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Preferred: technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge/data analytics skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs audit procedures, identifies issues, develops criteria and recommendations, reviews evidence, and documents Bank processes.
• Interviews, reviews documents, and prepares well-supported audit workpapers.
• Communicates audit results via written reports and discussions with management.
• Builds effective working relationships throughout the Bank.
• Assists in preparing the Internal Audit Plan and Audit Committee packages with data and analysis.
• Co-ordinates with external and co-sourced auditors.
• Validates audit recommendations.
• Performs related work as directed by audit management.
• Pursues professional development opportunities and shares learnings with coworkers.

Skills

Internal controls knowledge

FDICIA compliance

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Self-motivation

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Office

Data analytics

Education

BS/BA in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SharePoint

CoPilot

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Role Description Summary: Performs professional internal audit work with appropriate guidance and oversight. Responsibilities include executing audit procedures across all phases of operational, financial, information technology, and compliance audits. Supports audit planning, Audit Committee reporting, audit issue tracking, remediation validation, and coordination with external and co-sourced auditors. Maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards and ensures all internal audit activities are carried out in compliance with the IIA’s Global Audit Standards.

This position reports to the Bank’s Chief Audit Officer who reports functionally to the Chair of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and administratively to the General Counsel.

Role Responsibilities

• 1. Performs audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria including root causes and recommendations, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting Bank processes and procedures.
• 2. Conducts interviews, reviews documents, and prepares well-supported audit workpapers.
• 3. Assists in communicating the results of audit projects via written reports and discussions with management.
• 4. Builds effective working relationships throughout the Bank.
• 5. Assists in the preparation of the Internal Audit Plan, Risk Management Committee, and Audit Committee packages, by providing data and other analysis.
• 6. Assists in the coordination of efforts with external and co-sourced auditors.
• 7. Assists in the validation of audit recommendations.
• 8. Performs related work assigned by audit management.
• 9. Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with coworkers.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. Strong understanding of internal control and knowledge of Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Improvement Act (FDICIA) compliance requirements.
• 2. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• 3. Strong analytical skills and the ability to think critically.
• 4. Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects at a time.
• 5. Inquisitive person looking to expand analysis beyond what is required.
• 6. Ability to build relationships across departments to solve problems.
• 7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (SharePoint, CoPilot, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• 8. Preferred: Technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge data analytic skills

Education

BS or BA Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
3+ years of experience in financial auditing, internal auditing, and/or other internal control role in the financial services industry.

Licenses/Certifications

Preferred: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor or ability to obtain

Work Environment

Hybrid - Employees will work from both remote and onsite locations. Employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the office and are required to be onsite at least two (2) days per week, specifically on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Certain positions or business needs may require additional in-office days.

General Notice

This position description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position and should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the position. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties. All requirements are subject to change and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Bank and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the Bank and requirements of the position change.

AA/EOE

Sr. Internal Auditor

VA Office

Role Description Summary: Performs professional internal audit work with appropriate guidance and oversight. Responsibilities include executing audit procedures across all phases of operational, financial, information technology, and compliance audits. Supports audit planning, Audit Committee reporting, audit issue tracking, remediation validation, and coordination with external and co-sourced auditors. Maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards and ensures all internal audit activities are carried out in compliance with the IIA’s Global Audit Standards.

This position reports to the Bank’s Chief Audit Officer who reports functionally to the Chair of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and administratively to the General Counsel.

Role Responsibilities

• 1. Performs audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria including root causes and recommendations, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting Bank processes and procedures.
• 2. Conducts interviews, reviews documents, and prepares well-supported audit workpapers.
• 3. Assists in communicating the results of audit projects via written reports and discussions with management.
• 4. Builds effective working relationships throughout the Bank.
• 5. Assists in the preparation of the Internal Audit Plan, Risk Management Committee, and Audit Committee packages, by providing data and other analysis.
• 6. Assists in the coordination of efforts with external and co-sourced auditors.
• 7. Assists in the validation of audit recommendations.
• 8. Performs related work assigned by audit management.
• 9. Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with coworkers.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. Strong understanding of internal control and knowledge of Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Improvement Act (FDICIA) compliance requirements.
• 2. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• 3. Strong analytical skills and the ability to think critically.
• 4. Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects at a time.
• 5. Inquisitive person looking to expand analysis beyond what is required.
• 6. Ability to build relationships across departments to solve problems.
• 7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (SharePoint, CoPilot, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• 8. Preferred: Technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge data analytic skills

Education

BS or BA Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
3+ years of experience in financial auditing, internal auditing, and/or other internal control role in the financial services industry.

Licenses/Certifications

Preferred: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor or ability to obtain

Work Environment

Hybrid - Employees will work from both remote and onsite locations. Employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the office and are required to be onsite at least two (2) days per week, specifically on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Certain positions or business needs may require additional in-office days.

General Notice

This position description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position and should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the position. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties. All requirements are subject to change and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Bank and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the Bank and requirements of the position change.

AA/EOE

Equal Opportunity Employer

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