Senior Internal Auditor-IT Focus

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a talented  Senior Internal Auditor-IT whose focus is to analyze risks and provide recommended courses of action; including maintaining productive relationships with department and employees of all levels (staff, management, Vice Presidents, Executive Management) across the organization.

The incumbent contributes to the Internal Audit Department by providing independent, objective assurance and consulting/advisory services to improve the organization’s operations.

This position determines that internal systems and controls are adequate and effective, including verifying the existence of assets and the maintenance of proper safeguards for their protection.

The Senior Internal Auditor-IT Focus ensures that organizational policies/procedures, laws, and good practices are followed.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:

• Conduct ongoing risk assessment reviews to produce a flexible Internal Audit Plan that supports the Internal Audit Charter.
• Perform individual internal audit projects (operational, financial, compliance, and IT) as outlined in the Internal Audit Plan and any special reviews that arise.

  This includes assisting the VP of Internal Audit with developing the internal audit scope, building risk and control matrix, and performing internal audit procedures.

• Identify key control points and weaknesses within the system or function being audited, and develop process improvement recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions, process gaps, improving operations, and reducing cost.
• Document audit work and findings in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards.
• Maintain a strong process owner focus by serving process owner needs and developing productive working relationships.

  Stay abreast of current business developments relevant to the process owner’s business.

  Respect and protect confidential client information.

• Determine whether proper segregation of duties and dual controls are in place throughout the organization.
• Provide frequent progress and status updates to the VP of Internal Audit and compare audits performed to previously submitted and approved work.
• Champion internal controls and corporate governance concepts throughout the organization.
• Conduct periodic follow-up reviews to evaluate the adequacy of Management’s corrective action plans.
• Assist in the investigation of suspected fraudulent activities within the organization.
• Participate in training sessions related to internal audit and risk management via webinars and training. 
• Mentor and develop staff-level auditors and take a leadership role within the Internal Audit Department. 
• Direct and review work performed by staff-level auditors; provide continuous coaching and feedback.
• Supervise at a close level the work product of junior team members for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards.
• Review internal policies and procedures to ensure they are written clearly, comprehensively, provide sufficient internal controls, and are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 
• Assist the VP, Internal Auditor with training new team members.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Detailed understanding of internal control concepts, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) auditing standards and/or International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), and COSO (Committee of Sponsoring Organizations) framework and risk assessment practices. 
• Detailed knowledge of and experience, at a minimum, providing services related to IT management controls, including information technology risks, processes, and controls.
• Thorough understanding of the IT industrys COBIT and/or other leading IT control frameworks.
• Extensive experience auditing key areas of IT general controls, including change management, access to programs and data, computer operation, and systems development life cycle.

  Thorough understanding of industry standards such as Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council) (FFEIC) National Credit Union Administration(NCUA), Bank Secrecy Act(BSA), Payment Card Industry (PCI) and/or other leading control frameworks.

• Knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, COSO 2013 framework, PCAOB governing regulations, and IIA and IPPF standards.
• Knowledge of NIST, ITIL, GDPR, or other relevant technical standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Advanced PC skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Project).
• Ability to analyze data within audit areas utilizing Oracle tools and ACL or Microsoft Access to understand trends and risk patterns.
• Ability to work independently, with limited required direction and guidance. 
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical abilities.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance plus 6+ years of experience in public accounting and/or private industry internal audit with knowledge of accounting, finance, IT, internal control, and enterprise risk management areas, or equivalent training and/or experience.
• Professional experience in accounting and auditing, which includes analyzing data, documenting findings, creating and presenting reports.

For Colorado Applicants: In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this Colorado position is between:

$81,000.00
– $103,500.00

Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

This position qualifies for the following benefits; CO-OP Financial offers a competitive Total Rewards package: 401(k) with generous company match, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Short
– and Long-Term disability benefits, Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Community Volunteer Time Off, and an Employee Assistance Program.