Job Summary

The Risk Management Audit Manager has the accountability, ownership, and responsibility to manage the annual audit plan by planning and conducting corporate audits, reviewing and supervising work of corporate auditors, and conforming to the Internal Audit Charter and Standards.  The Risk Management Audit Manager reports to and works with the Corporate Senior Audit Manager to carry out audit mandates including risk assessment, audit planning and execution, reporting, issues management, as well as continuous monitoring.   

Essential Duties 

• Effectively manage and execute multiple audits/projects simultaneously
• Assist the Corporate Senior Audit Manager with the quarterly risk assessment updates 
• Assist the Corporate Senior Audit Manager with annual plan updates, including scope changes/considerations
• Validate remediated issues in accordance with the Internal Audit Standards
• Maintain centralized inventory “issues log” from audit/continuous monitoring, including management responses/action plan and assigned due dates
• Determine final decision maker for any issue(s)/risk rating disagreements with business unit
• Monitor any outstanding issues and business unit remediation status
• Maintain audit coverage tracking/targets
• Assist the Corporate Senior Audit Manager with resource allocation and corporate team scheduling
• Maintain the overall quality, consistency, risk management and adherence to internal audit policies and procedures, identify opportunities for process improvements
• Ensure continuous process for improvements of audit documentation, templates and instructions 
• Supervise corporate auditors
• As directed by the Chief Audit Executive or Corporate Senior Audit Manager, assist external auditors and regulators in the execution of their audits/examinations 
• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with management, learning and understanding the business to better provide value-added services, help management achieve objectives, and enhance customer satisfaction
• Maintain a professional development plan to continually develop technical, interpersonal and management skills

Complies with all State and Federal Banking regulatory requirements, including but not limited to: BSA, Anti-Money Laundering OFAC, CIP, Financial Elder Abuse Reporting, Sexual Harassment, Information Security and privacy requirements. This position completes compliance and other technical training workshops as assigned.

Non-Essential Duties 

• Assist the Chief Audit Executive with recruiting, developing, and mentoring staff. 
• Foster and maintain group spirit and team morale
• Provide periodic coaching to staff as needed Effectively manage through complex issues and relationships
• Be familiar with Bank’s practices, policies, and culture
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Sound judgment, integrity and commitment to ethical behavior
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion as well as act as a role model for ethical behavior. 
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficient with MS Office products 
• Ability to work independently
• Detail oriented, accurate, and organized
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• Flexible and able to adapt quickly to changing work environments / priorities and tight deadlines 
• Management skills, including the ability to develop and train others

Equipment Operated 

• Desk top Computers 
• Standard Office Equipment (copiers) 

Physical Requirements & Work Environment 

• Requires sitting for prolong periods of time
• Requires lifting up to 10 pounds
• Office setting w/controlled temperature 
• Periodic travel to branch locations 

Education and Experience 

• BS or BA Degree required, preferred majors in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Economics or equivalent work experience required
• Five or more years of internal audit, public accounting, risk management, regulatory agency or related experience required 
• Banking/ financial services experience including Risk Management and Credit Risk areas
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Risk Manager (CRM), or other related certification required
• Supervisory experience required

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees will be required to perform additional related work duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and/or management.

Farmers and Merchants Bank of Long Beach reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

March 01, 2025.