Senior Auditor - Strategic Audit Support

Location:

For Those Who Work At Home - Various, Ohio 44144

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POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Auditor position is within KeyBank’s Risk Review Group (i.e., Internal Audit); the third line of defense, which is responsible for providing an independent and objective perspective on KeyCorp’s processes and risks through assessment and testing of the adequacy and effectiveness of Key’s risk management policies and practices, and adherence to laws and regulations.

 The Senior Auditor is responsible for completion of high-quality walkthroughs and testing throughout KeyCorp, identifying, and understanding risks and controls associated with various business functions, and executing testing to determine the design and effectiveness of controls in place. Additionally, the Senior Auditor is responsible for assisting with control testing and substantive testing completed by less experienced auditors. The Senior Auditor may also have the opportunity to lead smaller reviews independently with minimal oversight from senior staff.

Internal Audit offers work life balance through limited to no travel and flexible schedules. Internal Audit also has career path planning and supports professional growth by supporting the pursuit of relevant certification (see below).  The Senior Auditor will contribute to an organizational culture of respect and personal accountability regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness and, will have the ability to work in a productive, collaborative, and cooperative way with a variety of individuals.  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The Senior Auditor will be responsible for the following:

• Conducting the completion of audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting of smaller audits
  • Identifying audit obstacles and initiating appropriate solutions with general oversight
  • Document walkthroughs which demonstrate the auditor’s understanding of the identified risks and controls.
  • Formally documenting findings for management and creating audit reports with management oversight.
  • Presenting information to team, manager, Assistant General Auditor (AGA) or General Auditor (GA)
  • Delivering thoughtful and organized messages to audit clients in both written and verbal communication
• Contributing to an organizational culture of respect and personal accountability regarding diversity and inclusiveness
• Building relationships with audit clients and within the Risk Review Group
• Working in a productive, collaborative, and cooperative way with a variety of people and adapting to various leadership styles.

The Senior Auditor may also be responsible for the following:

1. Assisting with formal presentations or trainings

2. Participating in internal audit project initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree - preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree – preferred
• 2-4 years of audit or related experience (preferred)
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to learn quickly
• Experience performing audits across a variety of subjects or industries
• Independent ability to organize tasks, multi-task and prioritize projects
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Strong analytic skills
• Ability to leverage business acumen to advise and consult with leaders within area of expertise
• Versatility and ability to adapt to differing leadership styles
• Willingness to pursue relevant certifications including:
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Certified Financial Crimes Specialist (CFCS)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) 
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

Tactical Skills

• Solid product skills and understanding of business, industry, and regulatory concepts.
• Emerging ability to assist with development of new staff.
• Emerging ability to assist in the preparation or delivery of a formal presentation or training.
• Emerging ability to receive feedback on performance and implement meaningful improvement.
• Contribute to an organizational culture of respect and personal accountability regarding diversity, equity and inclusion.

Personal Skills

• Adaptability: Understands that change is inevitable and seeks value in new ways of doing things while coping with day-to-day frustrations, adversities and uncertainties related to change
• Collaboration: Demonstrates experience in participating in productive collaborative processes that help solve business problems and meet business goals
• Critical Thinking: The ability to identify issues, communicate them, and explai