NATURE AND SCOPE:
The Internal Audit Manager is a key leadership role within the Internal Audit department, responsible for managing the daily operations of the Internal Audit team and working closely with business lines and senior leadership in the performance of duties. This role is designed to help Landmark Credit Union accomplish its strategic goals and objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal control, and governance processes.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a business-related major. Equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
2. Minimum seven years of progressive Internal Audit experience. Financial service experience preferred.
3. Certified Public Accountant and/or Certified Internal Auditor designation preferred. Other relevant designations may be considered.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
5. Experience and comfort using Data Analysis Tools, Governance Risk Compliance Software, Auditing Software or other technological tools. Strong skills working in the Microsoft Office Suite applications.
6. Must develop a thorough understanding of company policies and procedures as they relate to this position. Must comply with all company policies and procedures and all job-related state and federal laws and regulations.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Internal Audit Department Oversight

• Execute on leadership and project/audit oversight responsibilities of the staff.
• Oversee department compliance with Internal Audit policies and procedures.
• Play a key role along with the Vice President, Internal Audit in the development of the annual risk-based audit plan.
• Implement the annual risk-based audit plan by managing and deploying department resources.
• Ensure that all Internal Audit work and deliverables adhere to professional audit standards.
• Measure and report results and benchmarks for the Internal Audit department.

2. Department Operations Execution

• Manage all audit engagements, from planning to final reporting.
• Develops, monitors and/or modifies audit programs and tools as needed to ensure procedures are current, efficient, effective, and reflective of current business conditions and risks.
• Oversee department work schedules.
• Review staff workpapers and other deliverables to ensure audit fieldwork, testing, and evidence is sufficient to support audit conclusions.
• Help ensure adequate audit coverage, avoid duplication of efforts, and maximize staff efficiency.

3. Internal Audit Reporting, Tracking, and Follow-Up

• Create and oversee the development of impactful reports that include sufficient detail, describe analyses, and present results.
• Present reports and findings to executive management, the Audit Committee, and the Board of Directors as assigned.
• Oversee audit issue tracking and follow-up process, monitor and report results.

4. Building Relationships

• Build strong relationships communicating, cooperating, and collaborating with business line leaders, key executive stakeholders and second line functions.
• Represent the Internal Audit team at various informative management meetings, bringing knowledge learned back to the team for consideration and implementation into our audit plan and processes.
• Play a key role in developing the Internal Audit team’s core culture and maintaining a positive team morale.

5. Training and Continuing Professional Education

• Assist with developing and overseeing completion of the training plan for the Internal Audit department.
• Play a key role in supervising the work of and training of the Internal Audit team.
• Play a key role in educating corporate staff and officials regarding matters of which Internal Audit has special knowledge.

6. Other Duties and Functions

• Maintain effective verbal and written communication with employees, officials, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Participate in managing relationships with external auditors, outsourced Internal Audit resources, regulators, and other parties as needed.
• Assist with administrative functions for the Internal Audit department, such as annual financial budgeting, Human Resources tasks related to the department and staff, etc., as determined by the Vice President, Internal Audit.
• Perform ad hoc investigations, reviews, and any other special assignments as determined by the Vice President, Internal Audit.

7. Other duties, as assigned.
8. Strategic Thinking and Solution Oriented: Considers the best interest of the credit union when making decisions and leads with the future in mind. Serves as a thought partner to the Audit Team and key stakeholders.
9. Accountable Leadership: Builds and sustains long-term relationships, leverages the diverse talents of team members, and cultivates high department morale.
10. Emotional Intelligence: Seeks feedback to continuously improve and develop; demonstrates self-awareness and modifies behavior appropriately.
11. Confidentiality: Maintains a high level of confidentiality in all matters, always.
12. Professional Presence and Due Care: Demonstrates organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and follow-through with professionalism and a positive attitude.