Director of Internal Audit

Any bank can offer a transaction and a checking account. What sets us apart is our commitment to helping business leaders become more knowledgeable about running an organization and managing finances.

The primary purpose of this position is to define and develop an appropriate internal control structure. Extensive knowledge required in regulatory compliance, risk management principles, accounting principles and practices, operational and commercial lending regulations, with the ability to align and direct audit functions accordingly. Bachelor’s or advanced degree in business, accounting, finance or related field required. Occasional overnight travel required.

• Prepare and execute annual risk based audit plans related to financial, operational, compliance, and technology functions of the Bank
• Establish meaningful audit standards and ensure compliance of the internal audit function with relevant Institute of Internal Auditor’s professional standards and the financial industry best practices
• Deliver thorough and timely reports with recommendations to address any control gaps
• Present audit objectives, scope, and results to executive management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors
• Keep current on industry-related information, trends, technology, and developments

• Extensive experience in directing audit functions for a large financial institution ($2-5B asset size)
• Professional certification (CIA, CPA, CBA)
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop, mentor and retain a diverse, highly skilled audit team
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build solid work relationships and invoke positive change in the organization’s internal control environment