Senior Internal Auditor - Professional Practices (Methodology)

To support and develop Internal Audit’s strategy including Internal Audit methodology, risk assessment, and work program development. Contribute to department-wide process improvements, project management, change management, and industry best practices research. Promote partnership, trust, and accountability within our organization and building deeper relationships with our audit stakeholders.

Navy Federal's Internal Audit team is in the midst of an exciting transformational journey to become a best-in-class Audit function! It is our vision to be a preferred advisor to the business by building and cultivating trust through the consistent execution of high-quality and risk-focused audit and advisory work. We’re focused on implementing efficient processes, maximizing our use of technology, integrating data analytics into everything we do, and investing in our biggest asset, our people. If this sounds like the type of team you’d like to be a part of, then we want to learn more about you!

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• Develop and implement risk-based Internal Audit methodologies to drive consistency in analyzing, reporting, and governing risks across the Three Lines
• Provide input and recommend enhancements to Internal Audit methodology, policies, and procedures
• Develop expertise in the various business units within Navy Federal and proactively identify key risks impacting the business.
• Design and support the development of dashboards, scorecards, and reports using appropriate metrics (e.g., key indicators, loss event data, emerging risks, control effectiveness, etc.) to support the executive team in its monitoring of the Internal Audit Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP)
• Identify opportunities to leverage data analytics to drive deeper risk coverage and insights to Internal Audit and business partners
• Contribute to the annual Internal Audit Risk Assessment and Work Program process
• Represent Internal Audit on various forums and committees 
• Integrate change management principles into all methodology and process enhancements
• Stay abreast of and support compliance with applicable federal, state and industry laws, regulations, and guidelines 
• Maintain awareness of industry best practices for risk management and internal audit and develop recommendations and strategies for incorporation into Navy Federal’s Internal Audit methodology
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration by actively working across the team, communicating knowledge and processes to other team members
• Prepare trainings to enhance department knowledge during staff meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Minimum three years of experience in internal audit
• Advanced knowledge of audit methodologies, risk-based auditing, internal control testing, risk assessment execution and audit documentation best practices
• Knowledge of regulatory guidance, IIA Standards, IIA Practice Advisories and Practice Guides
• Experience using a GRC system, such as AuditBoard
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills, including experience working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, and vendors
• Experience in collaborating across organizational boundaries and building partnerships across various functions
• Experience in presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely 
• Advanced skill to influence, negotiate & persuade to reach agreeable exchange & positive outcomes 
• Advanced organizational, planning and time management skills 
• Advanced word processing and spreadsheet software skills 
• Advanced critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skill
• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of experience, education, and training 

Desired Qualifications 

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) highly desired
• Experience with credit union financials and/or regulations
• Working Knowledge of NFCU products, services, programs, policies, and procedures• Advanced skill in managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals 

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Locations: 820 Follin Lane Vienna, Virginia 22180 | 5550 Heritage Oaks Dr. Pensacola, FL 32526 | 141 Security Drive Winchester, VA 22602                                            

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