Staff Internal Auditor

Equity Bank; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Equity Bank is seeking a Staff Internal Auditor to help deliver the Internal Audit Plan across operational, financial, and compliance areas. This early-career role offers structured learning and exposure to a regulated financial institution.

You will work with business partners, perform risk-based testing, and contribute practical recommendations to strengthen controls. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in accounting or finance, are willing to pursue CIA/CPA/CISA within 30 months, and possess

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Willingness to obtain CIA/CPA/CISA or similar within 30 months.
• Proficiency in Excel, data analysis, and structured documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies, risks, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Execute assurance and advisory engagements across operations, finance, and compliance.
• Support SOX activities, walkthroughs, and tests of key controls.
• Prepare audit work papers with clear results of testing.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Use data analytics to enhance coverage and detect anomalies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders while maintaining independence.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Learning mindset

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time/Salary

Overview

We are looking to hire a Staff Internal Auditor to support the execution of the Internal Audit Plan through operational, financial, and compliance areas while actively identifying opportunities to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiencies. This role is designed for an early career professional who wants direct experience evaluating risk, testing controls, and understanding how a complex, regulated financial institution operates. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work directly with business partners and contribute to practical, risk-based recommendations. The environment is dynamic and highly regulated, requiring curiosity, discipline, and the ability to adapt as risks, regulations, and business priorities evolve. This position offers broad exposure to Bank operations, structured learning, and a clear path for professional growth within Internal Audit.

Position: Staff Internal Auditor

Department: Risk & Compliance

Location: Wichita, KS (On-Site)

Jump start your career at Equity Bank! We are currently hiring energetic, team oriented, and community focused individuals to join our team! With a team of best-in-class customer service experts, you'll help to build and expand on client relationships, deliver the banking products and services that meet the unique and individual needs of clients, and create and uphold an atmosphere of superior experience and service. At Equity Bank we’ll help you invest in your community through volunteer opportunities which align with our company initiatives and core values.

Responsibilities And Expectations

Key Responsibilities

• Execute assurance and advisory engagements covering operational, financial, and compliance areas
• Support SOX compliance activities including understanding business processes and underlying systems, conducting and participating in walkthroughs and performing tests of design and operational effectiveness for key controls
• Prepare audit work papers which adequately address the nature, extent, and results of testing performed
• Clearly communicate audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders
• Utilize data analytics techniques to enhance audit coverage, identify trends, and detect anomalies
• Build effective working relationships with stakeholders across the Bank while maintaining independence and professional skepticism
• Adhere to the Internal Audit Department Charter, methodologies, and Global Internal Audit Standards

Requirements

Required Skills & Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related degree program
• Willingness to obtain a relevant certification or industry accreditation (e.g., CIA, CPA, CFE, CRCM, CISA, etc.) within 30 months
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data analysis, and structured documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Comfortable learning new and emerging technologies, risks, and regulations
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
• Ability to receive feedback, be an active listener, and a commitment to continuous learning

Preferred

• Prior experience supporting SOX, internal audit, or risk management activities
• 1-3 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, accounting, or banking
• Progress toward or completion of a relevant professional certification

Who We Are

Equity Bank, a full-service, $7.9 billion community bank, is based in Wichita, Kansas, with over 80 bank offices throughout Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.

At Equity Bank, you can find exciting opportunities to challenge you, expand your skills, and reward your contributions. Our employees receive competitive compensation and benefits, while working in an atmosphere that encourages personal and professional growth. We’re searching for motivated individuals who are passionate about serving others, learning new technologies, and working as part of a team.

Equity Bank offers a full range of financial solutions, including online and mobile banking, commercial loans, consumer banking, and mortgage loans, treasury management service, the best solutions for your business, and absolutely zero ATM fees, anywhere.

What’s in it for you?

We believe your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation package. We work year-round to ensure that we provide our employees with the most up-to-date, competitive program. We thoroughly evaluate our benefit plans and strive to provide quality benefits that support the physical and financial well-being of our employees and their families.

Benefits Available

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Group Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Group Cancer Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan w/Company Match
• Generous Vacation & Sick Time
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Pet Insurance
• Retail Banking Benefits

Find your future at Equity Bank!

The above statements are intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by most people assigned to this job. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing, walking, bending, and squatting on a regular basis. May require the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or reach with hands and arms. Requires the ability to carry, lift, move or push up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Must be able to talk and listen to others.

Work Environment

This position regularly works in an office setting. Most of the job duties require the employee to be working with computers and electronic media on a regular basis.

Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer and will not make employment decisions based on an applicant’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.