What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Audit Professional Practices Lead position at UNITED COMMUNITY BANK?
About the Role:
The Internal Audit Professional Practices Lead is primarily responsible for developing and executing a robust onboarding training, continuous professional development, and consistent communications process for Internal Audit staff. This role will also actively contribute to executing elements of the internal audit function’s Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP).
What You’ll Do:
- Skills Assessment: Execute the Annual Skills Assessment process.
- Training Needs: Assess the training needs of the internal audit team and tailor programs accordingly.
- Training Materials: Develop and update training materials on internal audit methodology.
- Conduct Training: Conduct training sessions for new hires during onboarding and for existing staff on a regular basis.
- Stay Updated: Stay updated with the latest developments in internal audit practices and methodology changes and incorporate them into training and division communications.
- Communications: Deliver regular electronic communications to the team for audit department reminders and updates.
- Evaluate Effectiveness: Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make necessary adjustments.
- Coaching: Provide one-on-one coaching and support to team members as needed.
- Quality Assurance: Perform Quality Assurance reviews related to internal audit activities.
- Additional Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What We’re Looking For:
Experience:
- 5 years of experience in internal auditing or a related field is preferred.
- Proven experience in developing and delivering training programs, preferably in internal audit or compliance.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CRMA (Certificate in Risk Management Assurance), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or equivalent is preferred.
Required Skills:
- Ability to quickly obtain a strong understanding of internal audit standards, methodologies, and best practices.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Ability to design and implement effective training programs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt to changing environments and requirements.
- Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
- Hands-on experience in using audit software and tools (preferably TeamMate ).
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
