Position Title
Director - Internal Audit Professional Practices Group

Location
Hicksville/102 Duffy Avenue/3797

Job Summary
The Director - Internal Audit Professional Practices Group will support efforts to continually enhance and refine audit practices while promoting high standards with respect to audit practices, quality and continuous improvement. Leads the effort to ensure Audit Committee reporting and monitoring is of high quality and consistent with regulatory and industry standards. Provides proactive development of leading Internal Audit practices to ensure full compliance with Institute of Internal Audit Standards and regulatory guidelines as it relates to the ongoing monitoring, performance and execution of the audit processes, standards and methodologies. Provides forward thinking and ongoing insights into leading practices, specifically related to Audit Committee reporting and monitoring and training and development, across the industry and is responsible for proactively identifying and recommending changes to our existing processes for improved audit efficiency and effectiveness.

Pay Range: Local Minimum Wage - $0.00 - $0.00

Job Responsibilities:

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leverage technical experience, providing analysis and supplying insights in identifying and recommending leading practices and process improvements in the areas of Audit Committee reporting, standards, and guidance (IIA and Regulatory) to support strong internal audit practices across the organization.


• Responsible for development of Audit Committee monitoring including the use of data and reporting applications to ensure efficiency in internal audit monitoring and reporting.


• Assist the leadership team in developing and enhancing department training plans, and monitor/track completion of training requirements by staff. Prepare periodic analysis and annual skills/gap assessment for reporting to the Audit Committee.


• Responsible for Audit Committee reporting that aligns to industry best practices and regulatory expectations.


• In coordination with the Chief Audit Executive, and the Head of Internal Audit-Professional Practices Group & Quality Assurance, work with the leadership team to develop appropriate Key Performance Metrics (KPIs). Monitor and report on Internal Audit's performance with respect to KPIs.


• Work with all levels of staff and provide thought leadership regarding process improvement, best practices, quality assurance, and evolving regulatory provisions and expectations for Internal Audit Functions.

ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.


• Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings. Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Required Qualifications:

• Education level required: Undergraduate Degree (4 years or equivalent).


• Minimum experience required: 12+ Years audit experience, with experience leading an audit team and/or professional practices preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CIA, CPA, CISA, CRMA, CRCM, or CFE Certifications are preferred.

Job Competencies:

• Comprehensive knowledge and ability to provide leadership in the area of internal audit processes and best practices.


• Experience in developing and training staff as part of a continuous improvement effort.


• Strong analytical and technical skills (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, TeamMate, and other data analysis tools).


• Strong organizational and critical thinking skills.


• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (written & verbal) with the ability to provide effective challenge.


• Ability and experience in building out the IA process improvement efforts related to all areas of the audit process including standards and methodology to ensure full compliance with IIA and OCC standards.


• Ability to work well with various levels of management.


• Ability to lead special projects with limited supervision.


• Minimal travel - up to 10% travel required.


• Physical demands (ADA): No unusual physical exertion is involved.