Auditor

Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust • Alexandria, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Auditor performs internal audits, evaluates internal controls, identifies risks, and recommends improvements to enhance operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and financial integrity. The role ensures audits follow professional standards, company policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements.

The position conducts operational, financial, and compliance audits in accordance with the annual audit plan; documents audit workpapers and reports; and monitors implementation of recommendations. It also supports external audits, outsourced internal audits, regulatory reviews, internal-control testing related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 404 compliance, and special projects or investigations as requested. The Auditor maintains knowledge of relevant regulations, GAAP, IIA auditing standards, and industry trends.

This is an individual-contributor role with no supervisory responsibilities. It operates in an office setting, and telework is not available. Limited travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Knowledge of internal audit standards and testing methodologies.
• Knowledge of regulatory, accounting, and other industry guidance relevant to the banking industry.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to publicly traded institutions and SEC registrants.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Ability to organize and direct one’s work and lead projects.
• Ability to generate solutions and provide actionable feedback while considering organizational goals.
• Collaborative decision-making skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• High integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential information.

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or CIA certification, or actively pursuing certification.
• Prior audit experience.
• Experience with audit software and data analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational, financial, and compliance audits in a timely manner and in accordance with the annual audit plan.
• Identify internal control gaps, process inefficiencies, and risk exposures, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented audit workpapers and reports that communicate findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on remediation efforts.
• Support external audits, outsourced internal audits, and regulatory reviews as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements, GAAP, IIA auditing standards, and industry trends.
• Support testing of internal controls over financial reporting to assist management with its assessment of Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 404 compliance, as needed.
• Participate in special projects, investigations, and advisory engagements as requested by management or the Audit Committee.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time