Vice President of Internal Audit - Community First Credit Union

D. Hilton Associates, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Community First Credit Union in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Vice President of Internal Audit to serve as its third-line assurance leader. This executive will direct a risk-based internal audit function delivering independent assurance over governance, risk management, and controls across the enterprise.

The position oversees the annual audit plan, reporting to senior leadership and the Audit Committee, and acts as primary liaison on whistleblower matters while maintaining independence and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive internal audit and leadership experience.
• Experience in credit union or financial services.
• Digital banking platform experience preferred.
• Certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CRCM, or CFE are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead a risk-based internal audit function delivering independent assurance over governance, risk management, and controls.
• Establish and execute the annual audit plan and oversee reporting to senior leadership and Audit Committee.
• Serve as primary liaison to Audit Committee and manage whistleblower intake/escalation with policy adherence.

Skills

Leadership

Internal audit

Governance

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems

Job description

Community First Credit Union is seeking a Vice President of Internal Audit to serve as its third-line assurance leader. This executive is responsible for leading a risk-based internal audit function that delivers independent, objective assurance over governance, risk management, and internal controls across the enterprise. This role ensures comprehensive audit coverage across all functions, products, services, operations, and technology. The Vice President of Internal Audit establishes and executes the annual audit plan, oversees reporting, and provides clear, actionable insight to senior leadership and the Audit Committee. This leader partners constructively with management and external auditors while maintaining appropriate independence and objectivity. The role also serves as the primary liaison to the Audit Committee. This position oversees the intake, documentation, and escalation of whistleblower matters in accordance with policy, including timely communication with the Audit Committee Chair and President/CEO when warranted. The function maintains organizational independence, reporting functionally to the Audit Committee and administratively to the COO. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of progressive internal audit and leadership experience in a credit union or financial services, and digital banking platform is preferred. A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems. Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CRCM, or CFE are beneficial.

Company Profile

Community First Credit Union, a state-chartered credit union founded in 1935 in a high school basement, has grown to become one of Florida's largest credit unions. With 24 branches serving over 188,000 members and holding assets exceeding $3 billion, it welcomes members from the greater Jacksonville area, including Palm Beach, Seminole, and Volusia Counties. The credit union positively impacts the community through charitable giving, volunteerism, and financial education. Committed to serving its members and community, it offers sophisticated financial products and services with local control and management, embodying the nonprofit, member-focused philosophy of the credit union movement.

Community Profile

Jacksonville, FL, located on the Atlantic coast of northeastern Florida, is the county seat of Duval County. Known for its 22 miles of beaches and year-round sunshine, Jacksonville offers a wide range of activities for everyone. Outdoor adventures, museums, family-friendly attractions, parks, and nature preserves are plentiful. The city is also renowned for its locally caught seafood and diverse array of restaurants that cater to various tastes. Jacksonville, FL, is a city characterized by its diverse neighborhoods and exceptional arts and culture scene, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family.

Compensation

A comprehensive compensation package will be offered to the selected candidate.