The internal auditor position could be located at any of our locations or remotely if necessary. Some travel to the branches may be required.

Job Summary:

Responsible for conducting internal audits/compliance reviews and reporting findings to Management and Board. Assist with the review of bank policies and procedures for compliance to laws and regulations. Serves as a resource to bank staff and regulators.

Essential Functions:

• Participate in the risk assessment process, ensuring that those areas with greatest potential risk receive appropriate audit attention.
• Perform audits; ensuring auditing procedures are carried out according to the annual internal audit/compliance plan schedule. Initiates spot audits as necessary.
• Complete audit work papers, ensuring adequate documentation to support conclusions.
• At the conclusion of each audit, draft an audit report to be submitted to Management and the Board.
• Conduct follow-up reviews where deficiencies were noted.
• Assist in testing and updating the internal control review program, including developing recommendations for improving internal controls, operating efficiency and the adequacy of bank records, documentation, recordkeeping and safeguarding customer information.
• Contribute to monthly audit committee meetings.
• Complete necessary training as required.
• Serve as a resource to bank staff for all compliance and internal control needs.
• Assist with regulatory compliance exams as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or multiple years of banking experience in lending or operations.

Job Type:

This is a Full-Time, Exempt position that could be located at any of our locations or remotely, if necessary. Full-time hours are approximately 34 – 40 hours/week.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to tarazewiske@ffmbank.com.

First Farmers & Merchants Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.