VP Internal Audit Manager

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Are you an experienced Auditor looking to advance in your career? If so, we need you!

At Independent Bank we promote a culture that encourages professional growth and embraces the collective sum of your individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent. We value diversity of thought, ideas, and background. Our inclusive and collaborative culture helps us find the best solutions to meet the needs of our clients and company. 

About the Job:

As our Internal Audit Manager, you will report to the SVP Director of Internal Audit. You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day internal audit activities for the corporation, the bank, and its affiliates. Additionally, you will plan, organize, and direct all internal audits of key controls and compliance, will perform some internal audits, and periodically report the results to the SVP Director of Internal Audit and senior management. You will be essential in promoting a culture of accountability and transparency within our organization.

Why You Should Apply:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexible, paid time off.
• A knowledgeable, goal-driven, and exciting team of colleagues.
• Exposure to different areas of banking and the ability to work with leaders within the industry.
• Community-focused events and volunteer opportunities.

What You Will Do: 

• Audit Planning: Plan, organize, perform, and/or direct all internal audits at the corporation, the bank, and its affiliates.
• Compliance Coordination: Coordinate, perform, or oversee all testing necessary for Sarbanes Oxley 404 key controls and compliance, leveraging internal audit’s co-sourced partner.
• Comprehensive Audits: Develop and perform audit testing across various areas including human resources, facilities, marketing, and wealth management, while providing valuable control-related advice for new products and services.
• Innovative Initiatives: Coordinate and/or perform audits of areas not currently reviewed, such as title company operations, inter-company expense allocation, and capital adequacy.
• Reporting and Feedback: Draft audit deficiencies and internal audit reports for SVP Director of Internal Audit and senior management. Collaborate with business units to ensure management responses align with audit recommendations for the Audit Committee.
• Remedial Actions: Track follow-up remedial actions for completed audits, ensuring effective implementation of corrective measures.
• Professional Development: Maintain current knowledge of audit systems, and management techniques to ensure technical competence and efficient utilization of departmental resources. Act as the subject matter expert for the internal audit applications used in the department.
• Strategic Input: Contribute to determining audit priorities and the development of the annual risk-based audit plan.
• Presentations: Prepare and present periodic reports of plans and accomplishments to be presented at the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and executive management.
• Documentation Management: Take ownership of internal operating documentation, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date standards.
• Fraud Investigations: Coordinate, perform, and/or oversee major fraud investigations, reporting results to appropriate senior management.
• Due Diligence: Engage in due diligence reviews of potential acquisitions of financial service companies.
• Collaborative Tasks: Perform additional duties and contribute to team efforts to achieve company objectives.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred. 
• Professional designations (such as CIA, CBA, CISA or CPA), or active pursuit thereof, are preferred.
• 5 years of audit experience is preferred.
• 10 years of experience in financial services is preferred. 
• Industry Expertise: Extensive knowledge of banking laws, regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Policy Familiarity: Deep understanding of bank policies and procedures.
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Travel Capability: Willingness to travel to off-site locations and/or stay overnight occasionally, preferred.
• Communication Proficiency: Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.

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