Senior Auditor

Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust • Alexandria, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position plans and executes internal audits, evaluates internal controls, identifies risks, and recommends improvements to support operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and financial integrity. Audits must comply with professional standards, company policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements. The Senior Auditor also assists the Director of Audit with mentoring junior staff and reviewing their work.

The role has supervisory responsibilities and operates in an office setting; telework is not available. Work is conducted through telephone calls, face-to-face meetings, and computer use. Limited travel may be required. For applicants located in Northern Virginia, the anticipated annual salary range is $75,000–$100,000. Additional compensation, such as bonuses or incentive pay, may be available where applicable.

A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and at least five years of internal or external auditing experience are required. CPA and/or CIA certification, or active pursuit of certification, is preferred, as are experience auditing financial institutions, knowledge of banking regulations, and experience auditing within a publicly traded financial institution. Experience with audit software and data analytics tools is also required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in internal or external auditing.
• 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 project management skills, including the ability to lead multiple projects and manage time-sensitive deadlines.
• 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 lead projects and work independently or collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to develop solutions and actionable feedback while considering organizational goals.
• Collaborative decision-making skills and ability to build successful partnerships across the organization.
• High integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Experience with audit software and data analytics tools.
• Ability to perform the described physical tasks, including manual dexterity, lifting files, opening cabinets, bending, stooping, or standing as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or CIA professional certification, or active pursuit of certification.
• Experience auditing financial institutions and knowledge of banking regulations.
• Experience auditing within a publicly traded financial institution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform operational, financial, and compliance audits in a timely manner and in accordance with the annual audit plan.
• Partner with the Director of Internal Audit on auditable entity risk assessments used to develop the annual audit plan.
• Mentor junior auditors, review their work, and provide guidance on audit techniques and methodologies.
• Identify internal control gaps, process inefficiencies, and risk exposures, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented audit workpapers and reports, including findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Monitor the 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 for management's assessment of Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 404 compliance as needed.
• Participate in special projects, investigations, and advisory engagements at the request of management or the Audit Committee.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior