Auditor II

Job Description:

This person performs a wide range of audits; evaluates the internal control structure; assesses compliance with laws, regulations, bank policies, and bank procedures; updates appropriate audit programs; and performs tests and prepares reports. This person communicates audit findings to affected personnel and appropriate levels of management, and serves as a resource person in areas of specialization.


Qualifications: This person should have a bachelor's degree in a related business field plus five years of previous audit experience or the equivalent. An audit or compliance related certification from at least one bank trade association is required. A good understanding of bank operations, regulatory compliance, and auditing/accounting skills is required. Strong oral and written communication skills are required, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This person should also have an above average knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.


Principal Responsibilities:

• Plan the scope of audits assigned, and prepare the audit program for review and approval, including:

• Gaining an understanding of the operations, internal controls, and any regulatory impact.

• Performing walk-throughs.

• Independently perform audit field work in the areas assigned, including:

• Evaluating the internal control system.

• Assessing compliance with laws and regulations.

• Developing work papers in accordance with departmental standards.

• Performing applicable tests of the procedures, accounts, and transactions.

• Evaluating the results.

• Summarize and document the results of the audit activities to provide supporting evidence for conclusions reached and the findings identified.

• Prepare audit reports and communicate with affected personnel and appropriate levels of management.

• Participate, from an audit perspective, in committee proceedings and evaluations of new policies, procedures, systems, and products as assigned.

• Maintain a current knowledge of developments applicable to the position in the areas of auditing, banking, regulatory compliance, and technology.

• Assist the external auditors in their work as assigned.

• Act in accordance with FBT policies and procedures as set forth in the employee handbook.

• Adhere to compliance procedures and participate in required compliance training.

Compensation Grade
Salary Grade 6

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