Auditor

Flagstar Bank

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About The Position

The role of the Auditor is an important part of the Internal Audit Department working with a team to identify key risks and controls in their area of focus. The Auditor supports the goals and objectives of the Internal Audit Department through testing and risk identification. The Auditor maintains a high level of professionalism and adds value to the company through their adherence to industry standards and delivery of unbiased and accurate work. The Auditor supports the Senior Auditor and Auditor in Charge (AIC) by ensuring testing and workpapers are completed timely and with high quality. Assists in the preparation of audit documents associated with audit engagements, planning memorandums, preliminary opening discussion documents, audit programs and wrap up documents. This position will assess policies, procedures and supporting processes and help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This position will know and use fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures in specialization. Assignments will vary and may be moderately complex with limited responsibility.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or foreign equivalent.
• 2+ Years of experience in the financial services industry, preferably with a large financial services firm.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations impacting financial institutions.
• Knowledge of internal audit best practices and industry standards.
• Strong oral and written communication; comfortable speaking with groups of professionals
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills along with a focused attention to detail.
• Collaborative and takes ownership to ensure the quality of the audit team’s product and success.
• Proactive thought process, with an ability to foresee potential risks ahead of business decisions.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders by communicating clearly, engaging in proactive collaboration, and leveraging cross functional insights.
• Aligns relationship building efforts with enterprise goals to accelerate performance and drive strategic results.
• Builds trusted client relationships, whether internal or external, by identifying needs and delivering tailored solutions to enhance the overall client experience.
• Strong project management skills, with the capability to prioritize multiple demands.
• Fosters or supports a positive work culture and productive work environment, displaying importance of effective relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate Degree (4 years or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or related field.
• Master's Degree (or Postgraduate equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or related field.
• CIA, CPA, CISA, CRCM, or CFE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts field work, testing and workpapers so that they are completed in a timely manner with high quality.
• Supports the Senior Auditor in determining scoping decisions, audit opinions, and issue identification.
• Ensures clear verbal and written communication with the Senior Auditor and AIC.
• Executes the audit by conducting audit planning, risk identification, scoping, and field testing are completed in a timely manner with high quality supporting the Senior Auditor.
• Specifically responsible for the following for: Learning and supporting the drafting of audit workpapers across the audit lifecycle (planning, fieldwork, reporting, issue validation)
• Completing required training
• Completing Skills Assessments
• Maintains certifications as applicable.
• Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
• Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings.
• Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

Benefits

• Flagstar provides teammates access to a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED