Overview
This is a hybrid role (if located in Charlotte or Raleigh, NC, Morristown, NJ and Santa Clara, CA) with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office. Two days a week in office. Open to remote in several markets for highly qualified candidate.
This Senior Auditor position supports IT audit team by testing the design and effectiveness of the internal control system. Documents and evaluates internal controls, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements including Sarbanes-Oxley, and identifies business risks. Develops procedures that improve system efficiency and mitigate risk. Assists in the supervision and review of audit activities, including advanced reporting and participation in projects as needed.
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Responsibilities
- Audit - Executes audit procedures, performs advanced analysis, uses appropriate general and audit-specific technology, and provides sufficient evidence to conclude on the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control system. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Verifies the reasonableness of financial data.
- Process Improvement - Creates reports and other documentation to communicate findings. Designs procedures, techniques, and sample approach to validate testing methods. Proposes audit recommendations to improve efficiency and compliance. Cooperates with independent auditors and provides support of external audits as needed.
- Risk Assessment - Evaluates risks within the internal audit control system. Suggests process improvements to mitigate or avoid financial losses.
- Documentation - Compiles all relevant business, process, and system information prior to auditing. Updates process flows, risks, and controls, and accounts for the impact of technology on the control environment.
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of experience in Accounting, internal audit, or finance OR High School Diploma or GED and 6 years of experience in Accounting, internal audit, or finance
Preferred Area of Study: Business, Finance, Accounting or other directly related field.
License or Certification Type:
Possess or in process of obtaining designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Preferred Skills:
- Knowledge of major regulatory areas of focus, including banking, systems, regulations, and audit procedures.
- Knowledge of SEC Rules, and SOX Act.
- Knowledge with IT Application Controls (ITACS) testing and IT General Controls Testing.
- Project Management, Control Evaluation and Risk Assessment experience.
- Audit experience within financial services.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.