ESSA Bank, Trust Internal Audit Officer, Hybrid

CNB Financial Corp•Stroudsburg, PA

30d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Trust Internal Audit Officer is responsible for executing risk based internal audit activities across Asset & Wealth Management functions, with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance, operational risk, and internal control effectiveness. This role supports the Bank’s commitment to sound governance, fiduciary responsibility, and continuous improvement by evaluating trust operations and assisting with audits across additional business lines.

Requirements

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
3 to 5 years related experience.
Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret documents.
Possesses professional communication and interpersonal skills to write and speak effectively both one-on-one and before groups of clients or employees of the organization.
Ability to communicate with clients directly and effectively.
Ability to utilize telephone systems and possess good digital literacy including email, internet and intranet use.
Prior experience or the ability to learn trust accounting and fiduciary platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, and any other computer programs pertinent to performing job duties.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to solve challenging problems involving several variables in a standardized situation.

Nice To Haves

Secondary education preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute internal audit reviews across Asset & Wealth Management business functions, with primary focus on regulatory compliance and operational risk.
Evaluate client documentation, fiduciary accounts, and contractual agreements to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, fiduciary obligations, and internal policies.
Prepare detailed audit workpapers, document observations, and contribute to clear, actionable audit reports and recommendations.
Provide audit support and coordination for regulatory examinations and external audits.
Oversee and support evaluations of internal controls and business processes.
Assist with the development and execution of audit procedures in other areas of the Bank, including deposit operations and loan administration.
Actively expands technical, regulatory, fiduciary, and audit knowledge by participating in training programs, professional certifications, industry conferences, and continuing education opportunities.
Seeks stretch assignments, cross-functional projects, and mentoring opportunities to enhance skills, broaden expertise, and support ongoing career growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
401K with company match
Paid Time Off & Recognized Holidays
Leave policies
Voluntary Benefit Options (Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity & Pet)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Health & Wellness Program
Special Loan and Deposit Rates
Gradifi Student Loan Paydown Plan
Rewards & Recognition Programs