Location: On site at location listed in job posting 

SUMMARY

First Horizon Internal Audit provides independent and objective audit, advisory, and strategic assurance services to various business units or functions in support of the company's enterprise-wide audit program. The objective of these services is to provide high quality assurance, advice, and insight to help improve and ensure the company's risk management, governance, and internal control processes are adequately designed, operating effectively, and consistent with the expectations and/or requirements of the board of directors, management, and regulatory authorities.

The Audit Manager oversees the performance of operational and financial audits of various departments within the company and assists in the design and administration of audit policy and procedures. The individual also performs complex level professional internal audits. Work involves leading and or conducting audit projects; providing consulting services to the organization’s management and staff; providing key input to development of the Annual Audit Plan; and providing training and coaching to Audit staff. The Audit Manager will adhere to all applicable organizational and professional ethical standards. The position works independently under general supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and evaluate the organization’s risk areas and provide key input to the development of the Annual Audit Plan
• Lead the day-to-day execution of audit engagements.

• Manage/oversee/conduct the audit process for assigned audit engagements to ensure the engagement is appropriately staffed, and that all audit objectives and key risks are understood,
• Manage the production of work paper documentation that is clear and concise, provides adequate detail of work performed and conclusions reached, meets department and professional standards, and is sufficient to receive a satisfactory rating from reviewers.
• Manage and coordinate the presentation and acceptance of audit results to business unit management. Work closely with executive and senior management to ensure audit issues are understood, accepted, and properly represented in final reports. Monitor implementation of reported audit issues and ensure these are thoroughly addressed and resolved.
• Communicate or assist in communicating the results of audit projects via written reports and oral presentations to management.
• Develop and maintain productive client and staff relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
• Pursue professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships.
• Represent Internal Audit on organizational project teams, at management meetings and with external organizations.
• Provide or assist in providing training, coaching and guidance to Internal Audit staff in conducting audits and other audit-related projects.
• Provide leadership and development to the Internal Audit staff.
• Work with external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and external auditors.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Directly responsible for managing, coordinating, and evaluating designated units or certain personnel in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; providing pay change recommendations; disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additionally, the qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required in this position:

• Bachelor (4-year accredited college) degree and advanced degree preferred
• 5 years of related auditing experience
• 0 – 3 years of direct people management experience Proficiency in navigating issues, developing audit staff, and with technical audits.
• Relevant financial services industry knowledge (Treasury/Asset Liability Management, Investments, Regulatory Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management, Trust, Operations)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Thorough understanding of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards
• Business risk awareness and appropriate judgment to use a risk-based approach while executing the audits.
• High level of tact and ability to communicate complex and potentially sensitive issues to various levels of management.
• Strong skills in conflict resolution, auditor’s judgment, risk-based auditing, and sound decision making.

COMPUTER AND OFFICE EQUIPMENT SKILLS

1. Microsoft Office suite
2. TeamMate (Preferred)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (Ex: CPA, Series 6 or 7 license, etc)

• Certification highly preferred (CIA, CPA, CISA, or other relevant professional designations) or ability to obtain within 24 months of hire.

About UsFirst Horizon is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. With $81.7 billion in assets as of December 31, 2023, we serve clients through a team of approximately ~7,300 associates and ~418 banking centers throughout the southeastern United States. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation’s best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank.

Benefit Highlights
• Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
• HSA with company match
• Maternity and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mentor program
• 401(k) with 6% match
• More -- FirstHorizon.com/First-Horizon-National-Corporation/Careers/Our-Benefits

Corporate Diversity Commitment:
We remain committed to creating a more equitable society, and that starts with our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. We do this by elevating equity, providing capital and counsel, and committing to excellence in everything we do.

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