Job description
Position Summary
Assures credit union control effectiveness by performing regular internal audits utilizing a risk-based approach. Responsible for the overall internal audit program (through a combination of internal audits and third-party audits), including the managing of the risk-based audit program, focusing on control effectiveness, documentation of deficiencies, and communication within the management team.
This role will also be required to assist the Risk Management Officer with reporting to the Supervisory Committee and interface with regulatory agencies, including Washington State DFI and NCUA. Identify and promote internal audit best practices by developing and maintaining up-to-date audit methods, programs, and other supporting infrastructure.
Base Expectations
Embrace and lives TAPCO's Values.
- We are People-centric
- We are Curious
- We are Inclusive
- We are Collaborative
- We are a Trusted Partner
Ownership and Pride: Goes above and beyond in an effort to do the best job they can. Displays professionalism in approach to work.
Delivering Results: Strives to consistently achieve excellence in all tasks and goals. Maintains focus in the face of obstacles. Uses time efficiently.
Collaboration: Treats all people with dignity, respect and fairness. Shares time, energy and knowledge with others to ensure they can succeed.
Coping with Pressure & Adversity: Communicates confidence and steadiness during difficult times; adapts readily to new situations; projects confidence and poise and accepts setbacks with grace.
Service to Others/Member Focus: Listens to members (internal and external) and addresses needs and concerns. Follows through on promises and maintains confidentiality.
Initiative: Works with purpose. Is passionate and determined. Embraces and drives change.
Work/Life Balance: Balances work priorities with personal priorities so that neither is neglected.
Requirements:
Position Responsibilities
- Responsible for the overall audit program for the credit union and for proactively identifying operational and compliance risks and presenting recommendations that are consistent with policies, procedures, and applicable regulations, and for improvements to mitigate identified risks and to conduct investigations of possible improprieties on the part of credit union employees.
- Prepares and submits internal audit findings and the development of reports and recommendations to the Supervisory Committee.
- Reports functionally to the Supervisory Committee and has direct access to the Supervisory Committee to report any impropriety as deemed necessary.
- Follow up of all audits to ascertain that appropriate action is taken on reported audit findings and recommendations.
- Stay abreast of relevant policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and credit union trends. Participates in educational opportunities to maintain awareness of regulatory compliance issues, audit, and quality control.
- Supports all aspects of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and USA Patriot Act to ensure the Credit Union is compliant with all appropriate regulations.
- Assists the BSA Officer with compliance monitoring reviews and other special projects to measure and understand the state of regulatory compliance for the organization.
- Develops and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Protects the interest and assets of the organization, individual employees, and members, as well as privacy of member information by following and enforcing all established security procedures and guidelines.
- Provides feedback and recommendations to management on areas of concern and operational efficiencies.
- Continually evaluate and develop each audit area for effectiveness. Audit programs should identify objectives, planned scope of coverage, and procedures to be performed.
- Suggest policy and procedures/system changes to management that will facilitate the credit union’s audit compliance program, reduce overall risk and address compliance gaps.
- Answer questions/assist with training for staff regarding policies and procedures as they related to compliance, audit findings, and ongoing rules/regulatory changes.
- Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws, including those of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), as it specifically relates to the job functions.
- Assumes responsibility for other duties as required or assigned.
Position Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent certification/experience.
- Three to five years auditing and/or compliance experience in a financial institution.
- Firm understanding of compliance issues.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem solving.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent analytical, written/verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
- Professional appearance, dress and attitude.
- Ability to use related computer software, Microsoft Office products and business equipment.
- Flexibility is necessary so an employee’s job responsibilities may change at any time during employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor degree accounting/business/auditing/finance
- Credit union experience
- Operational and compliance auditing experience
- Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, regulations and correspondence
- Well organized with ability to maintain attention to detail and accuracy
Position Working Conditions
- The work environment is an office setting
- Travel by car may be required – must have valid driver’s license and vehicle
- Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands and/or fingers
- Frequently required to sit and stand for longer periods of time
- May need to respond to critical or emergency situations inside or outside of regular working hours
Salary Range
$65,478.40 - $66,510.08
Benefits
TAPCO offers a comprehensive benefit package:
- 100% Employer-paid medical, vision, prescription, and dental insurance option for all full-time employees.
- 50% Employer-paid spouse coverage.
- 65% Employer-paid dependent children coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dependent Care FSA
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) Plan with up to 7% match
- 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance/AD&D package ($100,000)
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- 11 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
- Optional Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 40 paid volunteer hours
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Accessibility (DEIBA) Purpose Statement
TAPCO embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility (DEIBA) and is committed to creating a workplace where all stakeholders involved, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, identity, education, or limited mobility and abilities, feel valued and respected.
- We are committed to include diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility at the center of our work.
- We are committed to nondiscriminatory practices and provide equitable opportunity for all.
- We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard.
- We welcome every person to bring their authentic perspective and experience to advance our mission.
- We focus on real people's experiences to uncover and address systemic inequities.
- We address our gaps and inequities through products, practices and policies that uplift our employees, members, and community.
- We put allyship into action every day.
- We value the seen and unseen qualities that make you who you are.
EEO Statement
TAPCO is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.