Job OverviewThe Associate Auditor performs audit work under the supervision of a more senior auditor. Participates in the planning phase and fieldwork, which includes the evaluation of control strengths and weaknesses and substantive testing of controls.Job DescriptionResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Perform audit procedures, including evaluating internal controls, reviewing and analyzing evidence and documenting department processes and procedures.
- Participate in interviews, review documents, create process narratives/flow charts, compose summary memos and prepare working papers in accordance with IIA and Valley IA standards.
- Identify strengths and weaknesses in a process with guidance.
- Under the mentoring of more experienced peers, set priorities, own tasks and follow through to completion.
- Under the direction of the Audit Management, assist with departmental audits and special projects.
- Deliver quality audit work within budget and audit deadlines.
- Keeps abreast of regulatory changes and trends for the auditing function.
RequirementsRequired Skills:
- PC skills for Microsoft Office -- Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Basic knowledge of data analytics.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and organize assignments.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Ability to self-motivate.
Required Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree from four-year college or university in Accounting, Business or a related field.
- Participation in an intern program or one year of bank operations or accounting/audit experience.