Internal Audit Manager

About the Role:

At Unitus, each employee has an opportunity to make a difference for our members. The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of the internal audit program under the direction of the Chief Risk Officer who is considered the Chief Audit Executive. The mission of the internal audit program is to enhance and protect the organization by providing independent, risk-based, and objective assurance, advice, and insight. The internal audit program shall effectively accomplish its objectives by bringing a systemic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance and control processes. Partner with the Chief Risk Officer and other team members to plan and develop the department budget and strategic initiatives and to administer the payment of budget items and make significant contributions to ensure commitment for unparalleled service – the kind that creates the Unitus difference. Our strong team of leaders, outstanding culture, above market benefits, continuous involvement in the communities we serve, and competitive pay programs make Unitus an excellent place to contribute and grow your talents.

This is a hybrid position, 90% WFH.

Responsibilities:

• Research, develop, coordinate and perform full scope internal operational audits as determined by the annual audit schedule. Use risk assessment analysis in allocating limited resources to each scheduled audit. In addition to control analyses, and where appropriate, develop suggestions for improving efficiencies, revenue, or risk management techniques for areas reviewed. Prepare work papers, communicate audit opinions to management, and solicit corrective actions to resolve open control issues. Ensure satisfactory completion/ implementation of work projects, including preparation of final conclusions and presentation in concise written reports. Perform post-audit follow-up of control issues identified during the audit and report their status to management. May be responsible to do presentations to groups that include executives, the community and/or the Board of Directors.
• Conduct special reviews as requested by management and make reports accordingly.
• Prepare and manage the annual audit schedule and audit assignments in an effort to complete all scheduled audits within allocated time frames. Conduct risk assessments, at least annually, that will be used to allocate resources to a 3-Year Audit Plan. Report regularly on status of audits scheduled and explain significant variances from the approved schedule.
• Responsible for keeping abreast of trends and developments in security related system, technology, equipment, techniques, and risks.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, information systems, administration, or comparable field; or work-related experience required.
• Seven years’ corporate audit experience in a credit union, bank or closely related industry with at least 3 years of management experience.
• Must have experience presenting information to groups such as top management, the public, and/or boards of directors.
• Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner or other relevant designations required; or the ability and qualifications to acquire such certification within a reasonable period.
• Credit union or banking experience preferred.

Our Benefits

Maintaining wellness and work/life balance is an important part of the Unitus culture. Our benefits are a reflection of this commitment.

• Medical + Dental + Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts + HSA
• Employees accrue up to 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) during their first twelve months of employment
• Unitus recognizes 12 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) Retirement Savings
• Annual Incentives (*eligibility dependent)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Debt Repayment
• Transit & Parking benefits
• Paid Volunteer Time Off

What’s it really like to work here?

We are a people-focused organization that places an emphasis on culture. Unitus is local, successful, and committed to continuously improving and growing!

Unitus Community Credit Union (Unitus) is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment based on race, color, age, sex, religion, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process.