Auditor II

This person performs a wide range of audits; evaluates the internal control structure; assesses compliance with laws, regulations, bank policies, and bank procedures; updates appropriate audit programs; and performs tests and prepares reports.  This person communicates audit findings to affected personnel and appropriate levels of management, and serves as a resource person in areas of specialization. 

Qualifications: This person should have a bachelor’s degree in a related business field plus five years of previous audit experience or the equivalent. An audit or compliance related certification from at least one bank trade association is required.  A good understanding of bank operations, regulatory compliance, and auditing/accounting skills is required.  Strong oral and written communication skills are required, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  This person should also have an above average knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. 

Principal Responsibilities:  

• Plan the scope of audits assigned, and prepare the audit program for review and approval, including: 

• Gaining an understanding of the operations, internal controls, and any regulatory impact. 

• Performing walk-throughs. 

• Independently perform audit field work in the areas assigned, including:  

• Evaluating the internal control system.  

• Assessing compliance with laws and regulations. 

• Developing work papers in accordance with departmental standards. 

• Performing applicable tests of the procedures, accounts, and transactions. 

• Evaluating the results. 

• Summarize and document the results of the audit activities to provide supporting evidence for conclusions reached and the findings identified. 

• Prepare audit reports and communicate with affected personnel and appropriate levels of management. 

• Participate, from an audit perspective, in committee proceedings and evaluations of new policies, procedures, systems, and products as assigned. 

• Maintain a current knowledge of developments applicable to the position in the areas of auditing, banking, regulatory compliance, and technology. 

• Assist the external auditors in their work as assigned.  

• Act in accordance with FBT policies and procedures as set forth in the employee handbook. 

• Adhere to compliance procedures and participate in required compliance training.