Veritex Bank
Senior Internal Auditor
Veritex Bank, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Job Summary:Veritex Community Bank’s internal audit activity helps the Company accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined audit approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes. The Senior Internal Auditor will plan, execute, and report on audits conducted in coordination with the Company’s internal audit risk assessment and audit plan. They will also assist in transitioning internal audit activities from a fully outsourced model to an in-house team. As Veritex builds out its internal audit team, the Senior Internal Auditor will assist in the development of policies, procedures, and methodologies which will form the basis of the internal audit function.
Responsibilities and Duties:Primary responsibility for the ownership and execution of individual audits defined in the audit plan, ensuring the highest level of service quality and client satisfaction including planning, fieldwork, and reporting.Develop engagement planning documentation for assigned areas to communicate rationale for scoping decisions and develop audit programs to ensure adequate coverage of risks.Design and execute appropriate audit procedures to verify the effectiveness of internal controls. Document audit processes and procedures, review and analyze evidence, and identify potential issues.Prepare clear, organized, and complete documentation to support work performed and conclusions reached, and draft any potential issues.Discuss potential audit issues with key stakeholders and evaluate the appropriateness of management action plans to ensure risks are properly addressed.Proactively and effectively communicate with audit clients regarding appropriate information and audit progress and status.Test implementation of corrective action to audit issues and contribute to monthly reporting of open and past due audit issues to management. Monitor audit results to help identify thematic control issues for reporting to executive management and Board.Identify opportunities to leverage data analytics and technology to drive deeper risk coverage and insights to business partners.Assist in the development of policies and procedures to direct the company-wide transition to bring the internal audit function in-house by applying appropriate audit methodologies in accordance with IIA Standards. Assist in the development of methodologies for the planning, execution, review, and reporting of all internal audits, including standard workpapers.Ensure performance of work in accordance with established professional standards and remain abreast of emerging trends and best practices that can be incorporated into the internal audit function.Stay abreast of and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and industry laws, regulations, and guidelines. Actively monitor and stay current with evolving industry trends and emerging risks that may impact the company.Job Skills and Qualifications:3-5 years experience in internal or external audit; financial services and public company experience preferred.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field required. Advanced degree preferred.One or more professional certification(s), such as CIA, CPA, CISA, or CFE.Demonstrated knowledge of IIA Standards, COSO Framework, and US GAAP.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Work involves personal contact with others inside the organization for the purpose of first-level conflict resolution, building relationships, and soliciting cooperation. Discussions involve a higher degree of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication.Highly motivated, delivery focused, analytical and detailed self-starter with proven record in a team-based environment.Familiarity with public company requirements, including Sarbanes-Oxley and key financial services regulations.Team-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.Strong leadership, interpersonal, and relationship management skills.Highly motivated with the ability to multi-task and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
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Responsibilities and Duties:Primary responsibility for the ownership and execution of individual audits defined in the audit plan, ensuring the highest level of service quality and client satisfaction including planning, fieldwork, and reporting.Develop engagement planning documentation for assigned areas to communicate rationale for scoping decisions and develop audit programs to ensure adequate coverage of risks.Design and execute appropriate audit procedures to verify the effectiveness of internal controls. Document audit processes and procedures, review and analyze evidence, and identify potential issues.Prepare clear, organized, and complete documentation to support work performed and conclusions reached, and draft any potential issues.Discuss potential audit issues with key stakeholders and evaluate the appropriateness of management action plans to ensure risks are properly addressed.Proactively and effectively communicate with audit clients regarding appropriate information and audit progress and status.Test implementation of corrective action to audit issues and contribute to monthly reporting of open and past due audit issues to management. Monitor audit results to help identify thematic control issues for reporting to executive management and Board.Identify opportunities to leverage data analytics and technology to drive deeper risk coverage and insights to business partners.Assist in the development of policies and procedures to direct the company-wide transition to bring the internal audit function in-house by applying appropriate audit methodologies in accordance with IIA Standards. Assist in the development of methodologies for the planning, execution, review, and reporting of all internal audits, including standard workpapers.Ensure performance of work in accordance with established professional standards and remain abreast of emerging trends and best practices that can be incorporated into the internal audit function.Stay abreast of and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and industry laws, regulations, and guidelines. Actively monitor and stay current with evolving industry trends and emerging risks that may impact the company.Job Skills and Qualifications:3-5 years experience in internal or external audit; financial services and public company experience preferred.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field required. Advanced degree preferred.One or more professional certification(s), such as CIA, CPA, CISA, or CFE.Demonstrated knowledge of IIA Standards, COSO Framework, and US GAAP.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Work involves personal contact with others inside the organization for the purpose of first-level conflict resolution, building relationships, and soliciting cooperation. Discussions involve a higher degree of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication.Highly motivated, delivery focused, analytical and detailed self-starter with proven record in a team-based environment.Familiarity with public company requirements, including Sarbanes-Oxley and key financial services regulations.Team-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.Strong leadership, interpersonal, and relationship management skills.Highly motivated with the ability to multi-task and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
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