Internal Audit Project Manager

Full-time - Mid Level

Santa Fe, NM

About the position

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of full-time Internal Audit Project Manager in Santa Fe, NM location! This position assists Internal Audit leadership in the carrying out a risk-based audit plan, primarily by planning and overseeing the testing portion of fieldwork, along with reporting results and follow-up on recommendations made. Conduct audit planning, including creation of risk matrices and audit programs to assess the adequacy of internal controls to reasonably ensure effective and efficient operations and compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures. Set, monitor, and report on progress toward realistic time budgets for audit and project work. Conduct testing and supervise fieldwork, as pertinent, in accordance with those audit plans; ensure that work performed meets or exceeds audit standards and objectives, and documentation is adequate to support conclusions reached. Communicate with management before, during and after the audit, ensuring auditees are well-informed (there are instances where audit work needs to be performed on a surprise basis). Bring potential issues to the attention of Internal Audit management promptly; ensure issues are adequately vetted and relevant recommendations are formulated and communicated; obtain corresponding management action plans and committed completion dates. Ensure adequate follow-up and timely closure of audit recommendations issued. Assist in development of annual risk-based audit plan as requested. Assist in satisfying the requests of external auditors, examiners or third-party providers as assigned. Coaching, mentoring, delegating, and providing performance feedback to other internal audit staff. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with auditees without compromising objectivity. Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company. Responsible for upholding Fair and Responsible Banking practices and Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines. Understand and participate in the Bank’s Community Reinvestment Act program. Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assist Internal Audit leadership in carrying out a risk-based audit plan.
• Plan and oversee the testing portion of fieldwork.
• Report results and follow-up on recommendations made.
• Conduct audit planning, including creation of risk matrices and audit programs.
• Set, monitor, and report on progress toward realistic time budgets for audit and project work.
• Conduct testing and supervise fieldwork in accordance with audit plans.
• Ensure work performed meets or exceeds audit standards and objectives.
• Communicate with management before, during, and after the audit.
• Bring potential issues to the attention of Internal Audit management promptly.
• Ensure adequate follow-up and timely closure of audit recommendations issued.
• Assist in development of annual risk-based audit plan as requested.
• Assist in satisfying requests of external auditors, examiners, or third-party providers.
• Coach, mentor, delegate, and provide performance feedback to other internal audit staff.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with auditees.
• Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations.
• Uphold Fair and Responsible Banking practices and Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines.
• Understand and participate in the Bank’s Community Reinvestment Act program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 4-7 years audit experience, business process improvement, banking or another related field.
• Ability to assess efficiency and effectiveness of processes and systems.
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
• Sound professional judgment, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify risks and assess effectiveness of risk mitigation procedures.
• Ability to develop appropriate testing methodologies to achieve credible results.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and objectivity.
• Ability to travel to other locations regularly.

Nice-to-haves

• CIA or CPA professional designations preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, MIS, or another relevant field.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with 6% Match
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Plus many more employee perks & incentives!