Senior Internal Auditor

Amalgamated Bank of NY•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Amalgamated performing audit assignments including planning, conducting interviews, documenting, and testing all necessary information for an accurate assessment of risks and internal controls and assisting in drafting of the audit report with minimal oversight. Lead team liaison in data analytics, preparation of Audit Committee materials, and regulatory requests.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Solid knowledge of auditing principles, practices and compliance standards
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Strong data analytics
Interpersonal and relationship building skills
Knowledge of IIA Standards.
Knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
Knowledge of data analytics techniques and statistical applications.
3-5 years of financial services experience, internal or external auditing or public accounting experience with a focus on banks
Good understanding of COSO 2013 framework requirements
Ability to positively interface and work well with all levels of staff and management (auditees and own department)
High level of understanding of audit theory and knowledge of bank operations
Working knowledge of relevant computer programs, i.e. Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, core banking system and query
Ability to handle bank and client information and sensitive matters professionally and confidentially
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize

Nice To Haves

One or more of the following licenses or accreditations or progress toward achievement is preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), Certified Trust & Financial Advisor (CTFA), Certified Fiduciary & Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS), Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA), Certified Community Bank Internal Auditor (CCBIA)

Responsibilities

Applies knowledge of Bank operations to develop and maintain risk assessments and contributes results to the audit planning process.
Obtains and records an understanding of the Bank’s processes and identifies and evaluates risks and the internal controls that mitigate the risks in all assigned operational processes.
Develops risk and controls matrices and/or audit programs with minimal supervision.
Performs assigned compliance and substantive testing procedures for audits, for assistance to regulators and external auditors, and for compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Ensures audit assignments are appropriately documented, accurate, complete, and within budget.
Prepares audit report drafts and other written communications with minimal supervision.
Resolves requests and review notes promptly.
Obtains data and prepares quarterly Audit Committee materials with minimal supervision.
Advises the Internal Audit team on the use of data analytics techniques to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness of audits.
Maintains effective relationships within the team, the department and the Bank.
Provides timely communication to Internal Audit Management and informs them of significant issues that surface while conducting audits.
Maintains continuing education requirements.
Maintains appropriate levels of confidentiality.
Perform other duties as directed.