AUDIT DIRECTOR

First Horizon Bank • Charlotte, NC • 5h ago

The Deputy Chief Audit Executive (DCAE) / Audit Director is responsible for assisting the CAE in overseeing the Company's independent, objective review function (Internal Audit Department) established to examine and evaluate the Company's system of internal controls. The DCAE leads multiple audit managers who in turn lead a team of auditors. The duties include directing a comprehensive audit program of performance and financial audit projects; providing consulting services to the organization's management and staff; providing direction for development of the Annual Audit Plan; and providing ongoing training, coaching and supervision to Internal Audit staff. The DCAE / Audit Director is expected to periodically communicate with members of the Audit Committee regarding the effectiveness of the Company's control environment. The DCAE is the designated CAE proxy whenever the CAE is not available.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides people management leadership by hiring quality talent, setting goals, developing and mentoring staff, managing employee performance and compensation decisions, promoting teamwork and handling any/all disciplinary actions, as required.

Establish and manage resource levels and financial budget with the plan and use expenses consistent with the established goals and approved amounts.

Assist the CAE in building and execute strategies to maintain and increase internal audit quality and efficiency, while incorporating changes within the financial services regulatory environment and industry.

Sustain professional and technical knowledge, as well as expanding knowledge, personal growth, and development through continuing professional education (CPE).

Responsible for ensuring high quality of audit reports and communications.

Assist and oversee manager's responsibilities for staff supervision and development.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with executive management and senior-level business unit managers, facilitate communications, resolve conflicts, and influence change.

Directs the identification and evaluation of the organization's risk areas and contributes to the development of the annual Audit Plan.

Directs the overall performance of audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures.

Proactively participate in discussion with stakeholders on Bank topics/matters and provide valuable insights on risks impacting the Banks

Participate as a non-voting member or standing attendee on assigned Company Committees and Working Groups

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating designated units or certain personnel in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; providing pay change recommendations; disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additionally, the qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required in this position:

Bachelor (4-year college) degree required and advanced degree preferred.

10+ years progressively responsible experience in public accounting and/or internal auditing including 7 years direct management experience.

4+ years recent experience as a senior level auditor or regulator at a bank with assets greater than $100 Billion.

Expert knowledge of auditing principles and practices.

In depth understanding of credit risk management including the ability to support loan review leadership as needed is preferred.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking ability and positive public presence.

Demonstrated meaningful impact using broad and/or deep breath of experience and knowledge of the industry and associated emerging risks.

Robust understanding of internal audit working papers and the ability to identify risk and controls and develop and execute testing plans.

Sound interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate with and influence key stakeholders.

Ability to convey complex risks and issues for a board range of audiences clearly and concisely while actively building consensus.

Clear understanding of regulatory expectations in the execution of audit work, issue validation, MRA validation, and the response to regulatory inquiries.

Strong skills in conflict resolution, auditor's judgment, risk-based auditing, and sound decision-making.

Experience working with external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and external auditors.

COMPUTER AND OFFICE EQUIPMENT SKILLS

Microsoft Office suite

TeamMate+ (Preferred)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (Ex: CPA, Series 6 or 7 license, etc.)

Required CPA, CIA, CISA or other relevant certifications or ability to obtain within 24 months of hire.

Job Identification: 1198

Job Category: Support

Job Schedule: Full time

Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree

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