Director of Internal Audit

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We offer a unique opportunity to provide leadership in establishing an enterprise-wide internal audit function in a banking environment. In this role, you will be responsible for initial discovery audits at branches, conducting a comprehensive risk assessment to identify elevated risk areas, and developing an annual audit calendar. You will also oversee third-party audits as needed.
The Internal Audit function evaluates the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of the bank’s control systems across all operations. The audit program will cover all functional areas, including operations, compliance, financial reporting, and technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the formation of the bank's internal audit function.
• Conduct branch discovery audits and develop a risk-based audit calendar.
• Manage third-party audits and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Evaluate and enhance control systems across all functional areas of the bank.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), or CPA (preferred).
• Minimum of five years of audit experience, ideally in a banking environment.
• Strong knowledge of bank operations, accounting, and compliance regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly to management.
• Ability to work independently, exercising sound judgment on when to act independently or escalate issues.
• Proven ability to collaborate professionally and lead teams to achieve key objectives.