Director Internal Audit Professional Practices

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The Professional Practices Director of Internal Audit leads the development governance and continuous improvement of the Internal Audit functions methodology quality assurance and professional standards framework. This role ensures that all audit activities are executed in alignment with global standards (IIA/IPPF) regulatory expectations and internal governance requirements.
The role drives consistency quality and efficiency across the audit lifecycle by maintaining methodology conducting quality assurance reviews leading capability development and advising audit teams on best practices. As a central authority on audit professional practices this leader enables a high-performing scalable and regulator-ready Internal Audit function.

LOCATION

Mountain America Center - Hybrid:

9800 S Monroe St
Sandy UT 84070

SCHEDULE

*This is a Hybrid Schedule- this team is in office 3 days a week (Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday) with 2 days remote (Monday and Friday). Schedule/hybrid expectations based off business need.

To be effective an individual must be able to perform each job duty successfully.

• Owns the audit playbook assures audit quality and enables a consistent high-performing Internal Audit function
• Executing high-quality independent reviews of the assurance work to continuously assess IAs compliance with Internal Audit Methodology regulatory expectations and professional standards
• Conducting targeted thematic reviews of IAs processes to identify opportunities for enhancement and standardization
• Develop and update methodology and guidance to align to evolving practices and innovation initiatives
• Developing engaging and effective communication tools and content to share best practices and keep IA team up-to date on related topics
• Assisting with driving function-wide improvement efforts in efficiency effectiveness and productivity including implementing initiatives on IA processes
• Preparing Supervisory Committee packets in coordination with other IA Directors.
• Supporting internal auditors with day-to-day support advice and guidance on professional practices topics including methodology and quality assurance; and
• Developing and delivering auditing and methodology skills training to continuously enhance the capability of IA.

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Experience

• 10 years of internal audit experience including at least five years in an internal audit management capacity. Understanding of IIA standards including IPPF GTAG and other practice guidance required.
• Advanced knowledge of the Global Internal Audit Standards and Quality Assurance framework.

Education

4-year degree in a finance accounting or quantitative discipline or related field. Graduate degree in a related subject preferred.

Licenses Certifications Registrations

• One of the following professional certifications CIA CPA or CISA.

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of financial institution operations and transactions.
• Advanced understanding of accounting principles and COSO framework.
• Advanced understanding of applicable regulations.
• Understanding of credit union data system and ability to use a computer and software applications.
• Ability to think critically and recognize and analyze problems improprieties and opportunities for improvement.

Physical Demands

Ability to sit talk and hear consistently

Vision Requirements

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Weight Lifted or Force Exerted

Ability to lift up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally

Environmental

There are no unusual environmental factors (such as a typical office)

Noise Environment

Moderate noise (business office with computers and printers light traffic)

***This Job is not eligible to be performed in Colorado or Connecticut either remotely or in-person.***

Mountain America Credit Union is an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.