Senior Credit Review Auditor

Job Description

The Senior Credit Auditor performs and completes internal credit 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

• Evaluate effectiveness of credit policies and procedures, identify weaknesses, provide suggestions for strengthening
• Knowledge of Credit360/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/credit reports
• Appraise adequacy of the corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions
• Work with relevant personnel during the audit process
• Ensure document and data integrity
• Manage personal workload/workflow
• Identify and resolve problems/issues
• Detect common themes & emerging risks
• Continue professional education
• Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
• Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
• Work as part of a team
• Work with on-site equipment
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred
• 5 - 6 years credit review/business related experience required
• 3 - 5 years bank auditing experience preferred
• 3 - 5 years general business-related experience preferred
• Ability to apply advanced financial analysis techniques
• Ability to interpret data and statistics
• Proven analytical skills
  
  

The pay range for this position is generally $85,000-$100,000 per year. 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.

Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.