Senior Auditor

Company: Northwest Bank
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: August 26, 2024

Job Description:

DescriptionJob Summary
The Senior Auditor performs and completes internal audits as assigned while researching and interpreting relevant regulations, policies, and procedures to assist in determining the scope and design of an audit program. This position is guided by general instruction and a reasonable amount of supervision, this candidate demonstrates a fair level of autonomy and ability to exercise independent judgement.

Essential Functions

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• Knowledge of BancAudit/Nautilus/CBS/Data Analysis Tool/Audit Management Software
  
• Keep track of and update schedule of whereabouts during audits
  
• Meet departmental continuing education requirements
  
• Be familiar with Northwest documentation/processes/procedures
  
• Research/interpret relevance of specific regulations/current literature
  
• Assist in developing the scope, audit objectives, and audit program based on assessed risk of business unit/subject matter
  
• Assist in determining staffing requirements for Audit
  
• Oversee/collect specific samples/data
  
• Oversee/record detailed information/data from samples
  
• Check results (findings) against samples for proper evidence
  
• Oversee/compile working papers as appropriate
  
• Summarize results/findings
  
• Analyze results as related to Northwest
  
• Prepare meeting materials (soft, and final exits)
  
• Present relevant findings appropriately to department manager and auditors
  
• Produce various audit reports/management letters
  
• Appraise adequacy of the corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions
  
• Work with relevant personnel during the audit process
  
• Ensure compliance with Northwest's policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
  
• Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
  
• Work as part of a team
  
• Work with on-site equipment
  
  
  Education, Qualifications and Skills
  
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  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
    
  • 3-5 years of Bank Auditing experience preferred
    
  • 3-5 years of general business experience preferred
    
  • Ability to interpret data and statistics
    
  • Proven analytical skills
    
    
    The pay range for this position is generally $33.65 - $38.46 per hour. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the successful candidate's experience, skills, and knowledge. Additional bonus earning opportunities and benefits are also available.
    
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