Internal Audit Specialist

MAJOR FUNCTION:

Assists Internal Audit Manager and Internal Audit Staff in examining and reviewing the operations and records of ASBT to ensure that bank policies, procedures, and general accepted accounting principles are being followed, internal controls and safeguards are established and practiced, and regulatory and legal requirements are complied with. Requires some specialized knowledge of auditing procedures and ongoing audit training. Must be able to handle complete audits of small operational functions and prepare reports on findings. Work is performed under minimum supervision in most instances and will require some degree of independent judgment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conducts regular audit procedures and activities for ASBT according to the Internal Audit Risk Assessment Schedule.

2. Conducts independent audits and examinations of ASBT records to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

3. Assists in the implementation of new or revised internal audit policies, methods, and procedures.

4. Assists ASBT internal auditors, external auditors, and regulatory examiners during audits, as necessary.

5. Prepares written reports of internal audit reviews, including findings, analyses, conclusions, and recommended actions.

6. Staff is required to be flexible with their weekly hours due to workflow and other unique situations that may arise.

7. Complete all initial and annual training requirements as outlined by ASBT.

8. Perform all other duties as required, consistent with the goals, objectives, and responsibilities of the Internal Audit function.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent work experience in the Banking industry.

2. Ability to develop proficiency in the application of internal auditing theories, standards, procedures, and techniques.

3. Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

4. Basic understanding of bank accounting practices, record keeping requirements, and fundamental principles of internal control.

5. Excellent organizational and communication skills

6. Good understanding of human relations and the ability to maintain satisfactory relationships with auditees.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Confidentiality and tactfulness in dealing with bank and customer information is mandatory.

2. Ability to conduct relationships with co-workers, customers, the community, and the overall public in a manner which will enhance the bank’s image and comprehensive marketing effort.

3. Will be called upon from time to time to participate with community organizations and projects.

4. Staying abreast with all current compliance and regulatory issues is of the utmost importance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Some research may be involved which would require the employee to be mobile to access copy machines and various files located throughout the bank.