Sr. Staff Auditor

UMB Bank•Dubuque, IA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Corporate Audit Services serves as the internal audit department, helping management attain company goals through independent, objective assurance that adds value and improves organizational operations. The department reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of risk management, controls, governance, and operations, and provides objective analyses and constructive recommendations for improvement. The Sr. Staff Auditor assists with and performs risk assessment, planning, fieldwork, and reporting for assigned audits, with direction from an Audit Project Manager, Audit Manager, and/or Audit Director. The role also supports broader initiatives and strategic priorities as assigned by Corporate Audit Services leadership. This is a hybrid role based in Dubuque, Iowa, or downtown Kansas City, Missouri, with onsite work Monday through Thursday and remote work on Friday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, and at least 2 years of experience in auditing, internal control consulting, or risk management utilizing various automated tools and techniques, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Demonstrated analytical skills.
Solid understanding of the audit process and the purpose or objective of each task.
Ability to identify and assess risks and controls.
Experience evaluating data-mining strategies using MS Excel, MS Access, or other tools to quantify results or test controls.
Proficiency in conducting interviews to gather information.
Legal authority to work in the United States; work visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

An industry certification, such as Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager, or Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist.
Knowledge of financial institution laws and regulations, financial services business processes, major business functions, systems, and applications.
Prior experience working with external auditors and regulators, such as OCC, SEC, or FINRA.
Experience using audit management software.
Prior audit or risk management experience in one or more of the following areas: Deposit Operations; Payment Systems, including ACH and Wire Transfer; Retail Banking; Corporate Accounting and Reporting; Corporate Tax; Accounts Payable and Purchasing; Enterprise Risk Management; Third-Party Management; or Human Resources.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a risk-based testing approach for assigned audit segments.
Perform process walkthroughs.
Document work performed and testing results in a timely manner.
Communicate effectively with clients and the audit team during all phases of an audit.
Assist with and perform risk assessment, planning, fieldwork, and reporting for assigned audits.
Support broader initiatives and strategic priorities as assigned by Corporate Audit Services leadership.