What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auditor (HYBRID - Richmond, VA) position at Atlantic Union Bank?
Position Description
The Auditor position performs inquiry, walkthroughs and test work in accordance with audit procedures to determine the nature of operations and the adequacy of the system of internal controls to achieve established objectives. The Auditor may be assigned specific internal controls to test, may be assigned portions of audits or may be assigned as auditor-in-charge of an individual audit.
Position Accountabilities
- Plans or assists in planning the objectives and scope of the audit; prepares or assists in preparing the audit program.
- Conducts audits; obtains, analyzes and appraises evidential data. Stops audit work when sufficient data has been obtained to support audit findings. Prepares work papers that record, summarize and support audit findings.
- Perform test work on internal controls over financial reporting (Sarbanes Oxley) to determine if the control is effective or ineffective.
- Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of control and the efficiency of performance of the activities being reviewed.
- Conducts discussions with personnel to verify facts and to obtain explanations for apparent deficiencies. Evaluates or assists in evaluating the adequacy of the corrective actions proposed by personnel.
- Prepares and presents or assists in the preparation and presentation of the final report, detailing audit findings and recommendations for corrective actions and improvements.
- Completes project and research work as requested and within established milestones. This may require in excess of 40 hours per week.
- Assigned as lead auditor on some audits/projects. As such, establishes and manages the assigned staff towards milestone completion dates.
- Output must meet the requirements of Atlantic Union Bank’s Internal Audit Policies and Procedures as well as The Institute of Internal Auditors' International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards).
Organizational Relationship
This position reports to a Director of Internal Audit. This position works closely with the Internal Audit Team as well as with all members of the first and second lines of defense.
Position Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Business Administration. Consideration may be given to non-degreed applicants who have 7 years of business or accounting experience.
- One to two years of auditing or accounting experience.
Knowledge & Skills
- Working knowledge of accounting and auditing concepts, principles and practices.
- Basic knowledge of banking or financial institution rules, regulations and operations.
- Advanced PC skills including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
- Advanced written, oral, interpersonal and negotiating skills with ability to prepare and present technical presentations.
- Ability to work in teams.
- Ability to adapt to change.
Salary offered will be based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. This position is also eligible to participate in either an applicable incentive compensation plan for the position or a discretionary profit sharing bonus program. General information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found by visiting https://www.atlanticunionbank.com/about/careers/benefits.
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