Job Description
At WSFS Bank we empower our Associates to grow their careers guide our customers to secure their financial futures and actively support our Communities so they can fully thrive. Careers with WSFS Bank offer an inclusive and supportive culture competitive salaries advancement opportunities and more. We are the regions locally headquartered bank and wealth management company. We are honored to consistently be named a Top Workplace by our Associates who make a difference every day for the people businesses and Communities we serve. We Stand For Service is more than part of our name its our mission and our purpose.
The Audit Supervisor oversees audit staff during audits and control consulting engagements that evaluate corporate management and operating practices. The Audit Supervisor assists the Audit Manager in overseeing and directing the Internal Audit Plan which includes the yearend internal audit assistance provided to the independent public accountant/ external auditors. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that established financial operational and compliance practices and the related controls are designed and operating effectively. This position participates in overseeing the Companys compliance with SarbanesOxley 404 and the required reporting. In addition the Audit Supervisor is responsible for the creation and of appropriate audit programs assigning and directing staffing resources to complete the audit plans as scheduled generating final audit reports for internal and regulatory agency review and conducting thorough followup audits on previously identified issues.
Job Responsibilities:
- Direct the activities of the Internal Audit staff. These activities include: the of the audit plan and the evaluation of the adequacy of the Companys internal control environment scheduling and planning audits; initiating project planning assessing risk and developing audit direction.
- Manage performance of audit assignments reviews workpapers and audit reports; edits reports prepared by other auditors.
- Perform preliminary planning and establishes direction for audits provides leadership to assigned auditors manage project to quality outcomes while meeting established time budget.
- Supervise and perform audit work including plan preparation workpapers finding and associated reports that reflect the audit results.
- Assist with the Independent Public Accounting firms annual audit of the Corporation.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management and the with external auditors.
- Coordinate SarbanesOxley 404 requirements to maintain internal controls to ensure the identification of significant accounts processes assertions and risks the identification and evaluation of the control design the performance of tests and controls and the overall assessment of financial reporting and internal controls.
- Participate in the completion of the Quarterly 302 SarbanesOxley (SOX) Internal Control Certification Process and FDICIA Internal Control Certification process.
- Assist in the performance of the annual Internal Audit risk assessment for use in development of the Internal Audit plan.
- Keep abreast of Company policies and procedures current developments in accounting and auditing professions and changes in local state and federal laws as applicable.
- Ensure governance and compliance are controlled and met and that accounting procedures are implemented.
- Effectively manage resources and stakeholder requirements to achieve annual goals.
- Supervise daytoday activities of the Internal Audit Staff and promote a work environment that is fair equitable and provides feedback.
- Train new staff as needed.
- Assist in setting goals and expectations for staff members and holds staff accountable for successful performance.
- Coach team by providing specific feedback to improve performance.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree and at least 10 years of experience directly related to the job responsibilities.
- Professional Certifications such as CIA CPA CBA CFSA etc. is preferred.
- Must have a sound knowledge in a broad range of internal control concepts regarding the financial operational and data processing areas of a financial institution.
- Must have extensive understanding of operational and accounting control procedures methods and philosophies in a banking environment.
- Must have detailed knowledge of federal banking laws and regulations.
- Must have knowledge of auditing standards procedures and related techniques.
- Must have basic understanding of IT control environment.
- Must have understanding and knowledge of all aspects of performing internal and external special investigations/projects and must have the ability to effectively and efficiently execute these projects.
- Must have the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
- Must have the ability to supervise and train employees to include organizing prioritizing and scheduling work assignments.
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Must have the ability to analyze and solve problems.
- Must display a strong level of integrity ethics analytical skills and the ability to evaluate data to make informed decisions.
- Must have the ability to motivate others and promote teamwork.
- Must be proficient in all MS Office products.
- Must have the ability or experience with the use of automated workpapers.
- Must have an indepth understanding of the COSO framework as well as an understanding of public companies reporting requirements under Section 404 of the SarbanesOxley Act of 2002.
- Must have the ability to integrate and balance priorities work activities and resources.
- Must have the ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
- Must have the ability to enhance personal professional and business growth through new knowledge and experiences.
WSFS Bank is inclusive and supportive of individual needs. If you have a physical or other impairment that might require an accommodation including technical assistance with the WSFS Bank Careers website or submission process please contact us via email at
WSFS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required Experience:
Manager