Internal Auditor at Southside Bancshares

Job description

Position Title: Internal Auditor FLSA Status: Exempt (17D) Reports to: Chief Audit Executive Full-time Benefits: Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental, and Vision Insurance Insurance Eligibility for Team Members and Dependents Starting on the First Day of Employment 401(k) with a Match Basic, Voluntary, and Dependent Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Bank Holidays Workplace Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Programs Tuition Reimbursement Job Summary: The internal auditor is primarily responsible for assisting with scheduled audits and SOX testing of key controls. In addition, the auditor will be responsible for assisting the external audit team with annual integrated audit. Responsibilities include reviewing the design and operating effectiveness of financial and operational procedures and internal controls to determine compliance with Bank policies and industry best practices. Essential Functions: Participates in audits of assigned areas including financial, IT, and operational business activities and SOX processes. Interview employees of various business units to gain an understanding of workflow and technologies used. Documents business processes and identifies and tests key internal controls for business activities as well as application controls. Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. Documents and communicates issues found during the audit to senior internal audit team member and the Chief Audit Executive in a timely matter and makes recommendations for improvements. Assists in risk assessment activities including scope, surveys, risk assessment matrices and flowcharts of key controls. Works with outside consultants and external audit team to provide additional audit assistance as needed. Assists senior internal audit team member and the Chief Audit Executive in preparing formal reports of audit results for distribution to Bank management and Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned by other Internal Audit team members. Pursues professional development opportunities, including internal and external training to maintain professional license. Maintains confidentiality of all sensitive Bank information. Maintains a positive and caring atmosphere for customers and employees consistent with Southside Bank’s mission, CORE Values, and Blue Book culture guide. Provides enthusiastic, professional, and courteous service to Southside Bank customers and employees. Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals. Understands and agrees to abide by the policies and procedures established at Southside Bank. Responsible for complying with audit policies and procedures as they pertain to this position. Performs duties in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and related anti-money laundering laws, and in accordance with the Bank’s Information Security Program. Must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Additional Functions: Complies with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources. Performs additional duties, as assigned or directed. Required Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance or other business-related discipline. CPA or CIA preferred, or actively pursuing one or more of the aforementioned licenses. CISA license is optional. Three to five years of auditing experience. Excellent knowledge of generally accepted accounting standards, internal audit principles and report writing techniques. Proficient in MS Office Suite. IT Audit and data query experience. Sarbanes Oxley experience and experience with financial institutions are a plus. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills in order to work well with all levels of the organization. Strong analytical skills. Able to work independently and with a team and the ability