Audit Manager

Farmers and Merchants Bank of Long Beach•Seal Beach, CA

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

All Audit Departments - The Audit Manager has the accountability, ownership, and responsibility to manage the annual audit plan by planning and conducting audits, reviewing and supervising work of internal auditors, and conforming to the Internal Audit Charter and Standards. The Audit Manager reports to and works with the Senior Audit Manager/or Chief Audit Executive (“CAE”) to carry out audit mandates including risk assessment, audit planning and execution, reporting, issues management, as well as continuous monitoring. Professional Practice - The Professional Practice Audit Manager has responsibility and accountability to develop, improve, and maintain professional practice and standards for the internal audit department. The Professional Practice Audit Manager assists the Professional Practice Sr. Audit Manager by providing oversight of the activities including quality assurance program, policies and procedures, AuditBoard system, issue management and reporting, as well as continuous monitoring to ensure the IA practice conforms to the Internal Audit Charter, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards, and regulatory guidance.

Requirements

BS or BA Degree required, preferred majors in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems or Economics, or equivalent work experience required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA) or other related certification required
Seven (7) or more years of financial service industry experience required in: internal audit, public accounting, risk management, regulatory agency or related experience
Supervisory experience required
Sound judgment, integrity and commitment to ethical behavior
Ability to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Understanding of internal auditing standards, COSO, and risk assessment practices, audit principles, and awareness of Global Internal Audit Standards
Compliance related experience and/or ability to understand regulatory agency requirements
Proficient with MS Office products
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Detail oriented, accurate, and organized
Strong time management skills
Ability to provide periodic feedback to audit team
Knowledge of risk management principles and practices in banks
Ability to work independently, with limited direction and guidance
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously
Flexible and able to adapt quickly to changing work environments / priorities and tight deadlines
Requires sitting for prolong periods of time
Requires lifting up to 10 pounds

Nice To Haves

Certified Financial Service Auditor (CFSA), Certified Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or other related certifications preferred.
Large/Regional banking experience is strongly preferred
Experience with audit software is preferred
Experience in data analytics preferred
Work experience with IT Audit knowledge preferred
Working knowledge of IT processes and principles preferred
Working knowledge of AuditBoard, Jack Henry (Silverlake/Xperience), COGNOS a plus

Responsibilities

Effectively manage and execute multiple audits and projects simultaneously.
Assist the Senior Audit Manager with the quarterly risk assessment updates.
Assist the Senior Audit Manager with annual plan updates, including scope changes and considerations.
Validate remediated issues in accordance with the Internal Audit Standards.
Determine final decision maker for any issue(s) and risk rating disagreements with business unit.
Monitor any outstanding issues and business unit remediation status.
Maintain audit coverage tracking and targets
Assist the Senior Audit Manager with resource allocation and audit team scheduling.
Maintain the overall quality, consistency, risk management and adherence to internal audit policies and procedures, identify opportunities for process improvements.
Ensure continuous process for improvements of audit documentation, templates and instructions.
Supervise audit team.
Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with management, learning and understanding the business to better provide value-added services, help management achieve objectives, and enhance customer satisfaction.
As directed by the CAE or Senior Audit Manager, assist external auditors and regulators in the execution of their audits/examinations.
Maintain a professional development plan to enhance technical, interpersonal and management skills.
Be knowledgeable with current and pending compliance laws and regulations.
Manage special projects at the request of the Chief Auditor.
Finance & Operations internal audits include Accounting Operations, Accounting for Credit Loss (ACL), Asset Liability Management (IRR & Liquidity), Investments, back office operational departments (ACH, ATM, online banking, wires, Human Resources, back-office operations, etc.), the annual FDICIA testing requirement, as well as branch audits.
Maintain appropriate knowledge of financial operations, including ACL, Treasury Management, and financial reporting.
Complies with all State and Federal Banking regulatory requirements, including but not limited to: BSA, Anti-Money Laundering OFAC, CIP, Financial Elder Abuse Reporting, Sexual Harassment, Information Security and privacy requirements. Act as the control point for the office to ensure that all CIP, BSA, OFAC requirements, procedures and time frames are met.
Assist the CAE with recruiting, developing, and mentoring staff.
Foster and maintain group spirit and team morale
Provide periodic coaching to staff as needed Effectively manage through complex issues and relationships.
Be familiar with Bank’s practices, policies, and culture
Perform other duties as assigned