Senior Auditor (HYBRID - Richmond, VA or Laurel, MD)

The Senior Auditor position performs inquiry, walkthrough and test work in accordance with audit procedures to determine the nature of operations and the adequacy of the system of control to achieve established objectives. The Senior auditor may be assigned specific internal controls to test, may be assigned portions of audits or may be assigned auditor-in-charge of audits. Work is varied in nature with changing priorities.

Position Description

The Senior Auditor position performs inquiry, walkthrough and test work in accordance with audit procedures to determine the nature of operations and the adequacy of the system of control to achieve established objectives. The Senior auditor may be assigned specific internal controls to test, may be assigned portions of audits or may be assigned auditor-in-charge of audits. Work is varied in nature with changing priorities.

Position Accountabilities

• Plans the objectives and scope of the audits to be performed; prepares the audit program.
• Conducts audits; obtains, analyzes and appraises evidential data. Stop audit work when sufficient data has been obtained to support audit findings. Prepares work papers that record, summarize and support audit findings.
• Performs test work on internal controls over financial reporting (Sarbanes Oxley) to determine if the control is effective or ineffective.
• Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of control and the efficiency of performance of the activities being reviewed.
• Conducts discussions with personnel to verify facts and to obtain explanations for apparent deficiencies. Evaluates or assists in evaluating the adequacy of the corrective actions proposed by management.
• Prepares and presents the final report to management, detailing audit findings and recommendations for corrective actions and improvements.
• Complete audit assignments as requested and within established milestones. This may require in excess of 40 hours per week.
• May be assigned as lead auditor on a project. As such, establishes and manages towards milestone completion dates.
• Completes research work as requested.
• Output must meet the requirements of Atlantic Union Bank’s Internal Audit Policies and Procedures as well as The Institute of Internal Auditors' International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards).

Organizational Relationship

This position reports to a Director of Internal Audit. This position works closely with the Internal Audit Team as well as with all members of the first and second lines of defense.

Position Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Three years of auditing or accounting experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced knowledge of accounting and auditing concepts, principles and practices.
• Knowledge of banking or financial institution rules, regulations and operations.
• Advanced PC skills including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in teams.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Advanced written, oral, interpersonal and negotiating skills with ability to prepare and present technical presentations.
• Professional designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and/or Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), are preferred. Professional designation may be waived with 5 years of audit experience.

Salary offered will be based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. This position is also eligible to participate in either an applicable incentive compensation plan for the position or a discretionary profit sharing bonus program. General information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found by visiting https://www.atlanticunionbank.com/about/careers/benefits.

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