Internal Audit Mgr

Founded in 1963, FirstBank maintains more than $20 billion in assets and operates over 100 branch locations across Colorado, Arizona and California. Its growth can be attributed to one simple philosophy: do right by customers, communities and employees, which is at the center of the company's "banking for good" mantra. FirstBank believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of everything we do, both within and outside our company, and prides itself in hiring and training a diverse and talented group. We strive to not only maintain a diverse workforce, but also ensure our employee experience garners a sense of belonging, is inclusive and equitable. FirstBank believes that a company is nothing without the people that comprise it, and prides itself in hiring and training a diverse and talented group. By joining the FirstBank team you will experience its great team culture with ample opportunity for growth. There's an opportunity for everyone with positions all across the company, from Teller and Call Center to Technology and Lending. Apply today to learn more and join the team!
A Brief Overview
The Audit Department is responsible for ensuring markets and centralized departments are in compliance with federal and state regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures, by conducting risk-based audits to assess effectiveness of controls throughout the company. The Audit Department Manager acts in both an assurance role as well as a consulting role. The Manager directs the work of audit staff and senior auditors and participates in audit testing and reviewing to provide subject matter knowledge and skills. In this role, the Manager uses critical thinking skills to manage the assigned test work of others and completes assigned work in an independent manner. This role researches and understands issues in order to offer solutions for different levels of risk and risk mitigation tactics. The Manager is a leader in the department and is able to work autonomously while assisting audit staff and contributing to the development of all auditors in a collaborative manner. The Manager acts in a supervisory role by conducting the review of other employees' work and will handle other various supervisory tasks such as time management, performance evaluation and coaching of other employees.
**Currently this position is hybrid. Weekly in office presence required with work from home days each week**
What you will do

• Manage and develop auditors, including monitoring progress and ensuring completion of program objectives by the established deadlines
• Develop, manage and execute audit programs, including engagement, planning and testwork
• Review and evaluate testwork completed by Audit staff
• Conduct audits to verify accuracy of records, compliance of operations with policies and procedures and adherence to applicable laws and regulations
• Evaluate, develop, and implement controls for processes and procedures in accordance with corporate objectives and applicable laws and regulations
• Assist with the risk assessment update for the annual audit plan and present to the President of Internal Audit and the Audit Committee for approval
• Identify risks and effectively communicate risks and proposed risk mitigation strategies to the various business units, escalating significant risks to appropriate levels
• Develop and presents audit reports to the President of Internal Audit and Audit Committee
• Manage and partner with and external auditors and coordinate internal resources
• Complete minimum Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements and maintain certifications
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned
• Understand and comply with all provisions of the Safety in the Workplace policy

Supervises the work of a group of direct reports. Responsible for performance management and evaluations; hiring and staffing, scheduling. Enforces policies and procedures. Directs day-to-day work of employees, through supervision of lead staff or directly. Supervisory responsibilities may be limited to a specific shift or a portion of a function, facility or location. May assist with training and payroll. Coaches and develops staff.
Minimum Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in related field (Business - Accounting, Finance, Business Administration) and a minimum of 5 years of related experience and prior supervisory or management experience
• A combination of post-high school education, job related certification, and related experience equivalent to 7 years may be considered in lieu of minimum requirements
• Professional certification (CIA, CPA, CAMS, CRCM ) obtained

Preferred Requirements

• Previous audit experience at a financial institution, preferably in a leadership role
• Previous experience in banking regulatory environment
• Previous experience with audit specific data analytic techniques
• Previous experience in team management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership skills and ability to achieve maximum performance through training and coaching
• Critical analysis skills to solve complex problems and implement solutions
• Critical thinking to assess alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to solve problems
• Active learning to understand the implications of new information for problem solving and decision making
• Active listening and asking questions to understand
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with all levels of employees and management
• Knowledge of data analytic strategies
• Proficient knowledge of business processes in the financial industry
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking and prioritization skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Superior research and investigative skills
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word, PDF and ability to learn and work in the eGRC system
• Ability to work under strict time constraints and meet deadlines
• Comprehensive knowledge of risk management and audit methodologies including the use of risk and control matrices and COSO framework
• Strong interpersonal skills

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Frequently remains stationary throughout a typical business day
• Frequently operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
• Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, and other rooms
• Occasionally positions self to access drawers and shelves of various heights
• Frequently reaches for and handles paperwork and files
• Constantly communicates with customers, coworkers, and management in-person and on the phone
• Must be able to exchange accurate information
• FirstBank does not currently offer fully remote positions, except as required by law. The actual number of in-office days that may be required will vary by business unit, role, and business need.

Salary Range
$102,232.00 To $136, 500.00
Statement of Benefits
FirstBank offers a suite of benefits that support our employees' professional, financial, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Benefits currently offered with our positions include: Paid Time Off/paid leave programs, 401K/Employee Stock Ownership, United Healthcare medical, MetLife dental, VSP vision, Employee tuition reimbursement, Volunteer Time Off, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance/AD&D
This Job may be eligible for the:

• Retention Bonus
  

FirstBank is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. FirstBank does not permit pay inequities. Anyone who believes they have been subject to pay inequity should immediately report their concerns to the Human Resource Department.
*This job opportunity is expected to close on March 29, 2024*