Certified Senior Internal Audit Director (CIA)
FirsTier Bank is a family-owned community bank with 950MM in assets and growing; currently servicing 10 branch markets throughout Colorado, Wyoming and Nebraska. We are currently searching for a Certified Senior Internal Audit Director (CIA) to join our team of professionals.
Summary:
The Senior Internal Audit Director is the person responsible for developing an internal audit division within our banking organization. Responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership, deploying a system of internal controls through development of policies and procedures, staff communication and training, assessing efficiency and effectiveness of current processes and systems.
General Responsibilities:
- Drives the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement in Internal Audit’s strategies and processes, including methodology enhancements.
- Develop an audit team and train members on internal audit policy, process, and methodology updates.
- Provides support to the audit committee on questions related to Internal Audit’s policies, procedures, practices, systems, processes and methodologies.
- Leverages internal audit knowledge to assess relevance of gaps in audit practices and potential exposures/impact to business and bank overall.
- Prepares and maintains budget across the department.
- Acts as the Regulatory Liaison: coordinates and communicates activities with key regulators including preparation/delivery of material required for examinations.
- Develops and maintains a strong rapport with Senior Executives, Audit Committee and other key stakeholders to ensure discussions are trusted, constructive, and valued; works diligently to understand the company’s strategies and risks.
- Ensures that Internal Audit methodologies, tools, and practices comply with the Institute of Internal Audit standards, meet regulatory expectations, and align with Internal Audit standards.
- Develops goals and monitors accomplishments.
- When applicable the candidate will be responsible for recruiting and managing a team of Internal Audit professionals, providing ongoing coaching, training, development, and motivation.
- Proactively keeps Senior Executives and Audit Committee informed of current and emerging trends, developments, and practices affecting the profession of internal auditing.
- Owns Board and other stakeholder reporting, ensuring completeness, consistency, and accuracy.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested by the Chief Operations Officer.
Proficiencies, Skills and Abilities:
- The ability to quickly navigate through the company.
- Excellent oral and written communication; comfortable making presentations to Board of Directors, Executives, Professionals, and Audit Committee.
- A successful track record developing strong relationships across a broad range of leadership functions.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and effectively challenge.
- Be a change agent and viewed as a trusted advisor.
- Creative thinking who can map out creative solutions and lead their implementation.
- Collaborative and takes ownership to ensure the quality of the audit function.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple demands.
- Possess strong business acumen and judgement.
- The ability to resolve and communicate key issues at all levels.
- Self-motivated and self-directed with a “hands-on” style to lead change.
- Intellectual and critical thinking skills.
- Strong work ethic and professional integrity.
- Ability to take “full ownership” of issues until they are completely resolved.
- Flexibility with unpredictable hours. Ability to work long hours and travel when required or needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- 10 or more years progressive audit or examiner experience within the banking industry.
- Advanced knowledge and experience with related authoritative guidance, specifically the Institute of Internal Auditors’ (IIA) Standards.
- Professional certification such as CIA or CISA.
- Experience with and the ability to implement audit management systems.
- Skill in collecting and analyzing data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions.
Location, Compensation & Benefits:
- Preferred job location will be in the Broomfield, Colorado
- Competitive Salary based on qualifications and experience
- Benefits offered include Health, Dental, Life, Disability and Vision Insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account with employer contribution and 401(k)
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
This position offers competitive compensation and benefits. If you meet the qualifications and are looking to advance your career in internal auditing, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,900.17 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
Physical setting:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
Work Location: In person