Senior Internal Auditor - Hybrid (Cleveland, OH)

Third Federal is a leading lender of conventional home mortgages lending in 27 states, plus the District of Columbia, with retail branch offices in Ohio and Florida. Our mission is to help people achieve the dream of home ownership and financial security while creating value for our customers, our communities, our associates, and our stockholders. Our value system of love (concern for others), trust, respect, a commitment to excellence, and fun is at the heart of our commitment to our mission, and just as importantly, to our company culture. Through this, we help people find the loan or savings product that makes sense for them.

At Third Federal, you will find strength and stability in your career. In our nearly 90-year history, we have never had layoffs, and have one of the lowest annual turnover rates at 6% (versus an industry average of nearly 19%). We have been certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ multiple times in the last decade alone, and have been recognized with several additional workplace awards and recognitions. Because Third Federal associates are the foundation of our success, we take a genuine interest in each of them – from their professional development to their health and wellness.
                

Purpose of Position:

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for planning and performing audits of functions and activities as assigned by the Internal Audit management.  This position will assist in ensuring the adequacy of the Bank’s internal control environment.  The primary focus of this position is financial, operational and compliance audit activities and annual SOX testing.  The Senior Internal Auditor / Audit Manager also trains and guides junior audit staff on the TFS Internal Audit Program.    

Responsibilities:

The Senior Auditor is responsible for: 

• in-charging audits including the planning, fieldwork, review, and report writing phases of financial, operational and compliance audits;     
• making oral presentations of audit findings to management;
• effectively executing the bank’s SOX 404 audit testing program;
• project participation related to internal controls, compliance issues, system changes, etc.;
• follow-up to validate resolution of open audit issues;
• oversee the completion of quarterly continuous monitoring activities;
• assist with examiner requests;
• update internal audit risk assessments;
• maintaining internal audit workpaper documentation; and
• developing and maintaining productive working relationships with all levels of management.

Requirements:

• A bachelor degree in accounting or a business related field
• 2-5 years of internal audit or public accounting experience; financial institution experience is a plus
• Ability to multi-task and work on various audits and projects in different phases
• Ability to make good judgments based upon observations and supporting information
• Ability to read and understand regulatory and accounting guidance as it relates to Third Federal’s operations
• Strong interpersonal skills, including oral and written communications, listening, interviewing, fostering open communications;
• Analytical and inquisitive, be able to obtain a solid understanding of business processes and controls
  • Recognize opportunities and propose solutions to improve business processes
  • The goal of a professional certification is a plus (CPA/CIA/CISA/CFE)

Third Federal is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, gender identification or sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected under law.