Audit Project Manager I

Overview

This position is responsible for leading audit projects on the Bank's internal operations. Determines appropriate project scope by assessing significant risks and controls. Documents and evaluates internal controls, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements including Sarbanes-Oxley, and identifies business risks. Reviews financial transactions or reports for accuracy. Develops advanced procedures that improve process efficiency and mitigate risk. Supervises audit activities, providing expertise through knowledge in area of work, and supports external audit efforts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Project Management - Assigns, supervises, and reviews audit projects. Provides feedback, direction, and professional development to assisting auditors. Conducts special projects and facilitates external audits.
• Process Improvements - Creates reports and other documentation to communicate findings. Designs audit procedures, techniques, and sample approach to validate testing methods. Communicates effectively with both internal and external parties, acting as a resource on audit procedures.
• Audit - Develops and executes audit procedures, performs complex analysis, uses appropriate general and audit-specific technology, and provides sufficient evidence to conclude on the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control system. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Verifies the reasonableness of financial data.
• Documentation - Compiles all relevant business, process, and system information prior to auditing. Updates process flows, risks, and controls, and accounts for the impact of technology on the control environment.
• Risk Assessment - Evaluates risk within the internal audit control system. Develops process improvements to avoid financial losses. Creates action plans to address unmitigated exposures.

The base pay for this position is relative to your experience but the range is generally $94,500 to $163,800 per year. This position is eligible for variable compensation, which may be in the form of incentive, bonus, or commission pay. First Citizens offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits program which you can review here: https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Public accounting or Bank internal auditing. Required designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Public accounting or Bank internal auditing. Required designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

License or Certification Type: Designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Preferred

Skill(s): Knowledge of internal and external laws, policies, and procedures regulating Internal Audit actions, Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), SEC Rules, and SOX Act