Job Summary

The Senior Operations Auditor supports the Operations Audit Manager in the completion of the annual audit plan by planning and conducting operations internal audits, performing audit in-charge responsibilities, and conforming to the Internal Audit Charter and Standards.

Essential Duties 

• Plan, execute, and report on results of assigned audits, including the following:

1. Assist assigned auditors in developing audit programs, checklists and/or guides
2. Perform and document walkthroughs of key processes, risks and controls
3. Review work of assigned auditors 
4. Prepare complete, clear, and concise audit work paper documentation that is free of grammatical errors
5. Compile and analyze audit issues identified in the audit
6. Prepare audit reports

• Effectively perform audit in-charge responsibilities (i.e. planning, work paper review, report preparation, etc.)

• Effectively utilize down time, identify issues requiring research, and effectively research using appropriate resources

• Complete all assignments within established timetables to enable the issuance of all audit reports and other deliverables by the applicable deadlines

• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with management, learning and understanding the business to better provide value-added services, help management achieve objectives, and enhance customer satisfaction

• As directed by the Operations Audit Manager, assist external auditors and regulators in the execution of their audits/ examinations
• Maintain appropriate knowledge of Bank back office and branch operations
• Perform special projects at the request of the Operations Audit Manager
• Maintain a professional development plan to continually develop audit skills

Complies with all State and Federal Banking regulatory requirements, including but not limited to: BSA, Anti-Money Laundering, OFAC, CIP, Financial Elder Abuse Reporting, Sexual Harassment, Information Security and privacy requirements. This position will elevate suspicious activity to supervisory staff and/or BSA department. Completes compliance and other technical training workshops as assigned.

Non-Essential Duties 

• Provide periodic feedback to staff operations auditors
• Be familiar with Bank’s practices, policies, and culture
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Sound judgment, integrity and commitment to ethical behavior
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient with MS Office products
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work independently
• Detail oriented, accurate, and organized
• Strong time management skills

Equipment Operated 

• Desk top Computers 
• Standard Office Equipment (copiers, fax machines) 

Physical Requirements & Work Environment 

• Requires sitting for prolong periods of time
• Requires lifting up to 10 pounds
• Office setting w/controlled temperature 
• Requires periodic travel to branch locations

Education and Experience 

• BS or BA Degree required, preferred majors in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Economics or equivalent work experience required
• Four or more years of internal audit, public accounting, risk management, regulatory agency or related experience required
• Banking/financial services experience strongly preferred; experience should include bank back office and branch operations
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or other related certification or actively pursuing such strongly preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Data analysis a plus

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees will be required to perform additional related work duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and/or management.

Farmers and Merchants Bank of Long Beach reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.