VP of Internal Audit
VP of Internal Audit
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At Gesa we believe in the power of our people. Coming from all walks of life our team members individual stories and unique experiences are our most valuable asset. But its how we come together igniting our collective compassion and commitment to empowering our communities that makes us succeed. Because we know we go further when we go together.
Here you can join a team who is passionate about serving others has a desire to do good and shares a deep love of people. You can engage in meaningful work that impacts your community. You can challenge yourself and grow in your career. And you can rest assured that your wellbeing and prosperity are our priority.
Get to know us:About - Gesa Credit Union
Role Summary:
Responsible for all aspects of the Internal Audit department by planning organizing and directing all audit department functions and reporting results to the Credit Unions Supervisory Committee and to Management. Under the direction of the Supervisory Committee and dotted line reporting to the Chief Risk Officer the VP of Internal Audit shall ensure the safety and soundness of Gesa Credit Unions assets through an ongoing program of planning organizing and executing various financial compliance and operational internal audits in accordance with accepted professional standards to determine compliance with the credit unions policies and procedures and adherence to applicable laws and regulations. Direct and manage all practices and activities in the Internal Audit functions to ensure compliance with State and Federal rules and regulations. Assist the Supervisory Committee by providing an independent and objective appraisal of the effectiveness of the credit unions internal control systems. Provide day-to-day direction and supervision to assigned staff. Expect to assist with other business needs as they are identified and/or arise as approved by the Supervisory Committee.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Perform annual risk assessments correlating credit union initiatives and audit results. Collaborate with department leaders in the organization. Clearly communicate goals and objectives to leadership to obtain accurate feedback. Utilize the Risk Assessment to prepare the audit plan
- Prepare and oversee the execution of the annual audit plan including planning fieldwork and reporting to ensure proper review of credit union risk areas timely. Ensure proper scoping and timing of audits in coordination with the credit unions needs the audits firms availability and department leadership
- Engage and manage the internal audit team and external audit firms as needed to ensure completion of the annual audit plan with accuracy and timeliness. Manage the follow-up and reporting of audit issues validation and remediation to the Supervisory Committee
- Provide accurate monthly reporting to the Supervisory Committee regarding the audit plan issues or special projects as necessary. Monthly reporting includes all tracking of audit issues or regulatory recommendations/findings with detailed remediation actions and timing
- Maintain responsibility to the Supervisory Committee; is responsible for independent reporting of internal risk or control concerns as well as researching and responding to questions or issues presented by the Committee
- Manage relationships with all internal stakeholders and outside parties including department leadership DFI and NCUA regulators and external audit firms to objectively discuss organizational risk and controls
- Act as a partner to internal management to assess risk while balancing the larger goals and initiatives within the organization. Work in conjunction with department leaders to resolve audit and/or risk issues in a manner consistent with credit union goals and needs
- Represent Internal Audit as a proactive participant in new credit union initiatives. Educate leaders within the organization on the value and appropriateness of controls to manage risk and achieve organizational goals
- Ensure all audit documentation is accurately retained and organized
- Provide leadership and manage the internal audit team to achieve high performance and high-quality reliable work. Provide performance reviews coaching and development as required
- Ensure full compliance with Gesa service standards policies procedures and the Bank Secrecy Act
About You:
- Ability to be bonded for business purposes
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively in a team environment
- Able to successfully and professionally communicate both orally and in writing
- Must be a collaborative across departments respectful and able to assist departments with incorporating risk-based audit principles into daily operational functions
- Able to prioritize tasks organize work schedules and provide direction to subordinates
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex tasks
- Ability to supervise and motivate staff and work well in a team environment
- Maintain a high level of integrity
- Possess good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to make effective presentations at Supervisory Committee Executive Team and Board meetings
- Experience with Microsoft suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) and common accounting software applications and proficient with reporting. Comprehensive knowledge and exercise of credit union state and federal laws and regulations and accounting rules pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills and process improvement ability
Leadership Core Competencies:
Leaders at Gesa Credit Union are lifelong learners who by developing themselves are better able to grow our team members and our organization as well as serve as influential role models for each other. We believe that every team leader no matter their position or years of experience must model and continue to strengthen these competencies which are foundational to our view of leadership and support the achievement of our strategic goals.
- Leading Others
- Developing Others
- Emotional Intelligence
- Social Responsibility
- Performance & Results Orientation
Qualifications
What You Will Need:
- Bachelors degree with a major in accounting or related field
- Minimum of ten years of audit-related experience
- Financial institution experience is strongly preferred. Large Bank/Credit Union or Big 4 experience preferred
- Minimum of four (4) years of managerial/supervisory experience
- CPA CIA or CISA preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted auditing standards generally accepted accounting principles DFI regulations NCUA regulations and Federal and state consumer laws and regulations required
- Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing with team members direct reports external audit firms to gather information explain issues and help craft dispute responses
- Excellent problem-solving skills: ability to effectively weigh competing options and make tough timely decisions; required to work well under pressure manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
- Must be highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Must have the ability to initiate and prioritize regular work duties and projects; strong organizational and time management skills exercising discretion and independent judgment
Our Team Member Value Proposition:
In exchange for bringing your talent to Gesa here are a just a few of the benefits and perks we offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
- 20 days/year of Paid Time Off Plus 10 Paid Holidays!
- 401(k) Match
- Incentive Program
- Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Time Off to Volunteer in the Community
- Product discounts
- Engaging Work Environment
- Rewards and Recognition Programs
Salary Range:
$150935.36 - $251558.93
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact the HR Department at or to request an accommodation.
Gesa Credit Union reserves the right to revise or change the job description as the need arises. This job description is not all inclusive of total job responsibilities nor does it constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Selected candidate(s) must be able to pass a pre-employment credit/background check.
Gesa Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
