If you are motivated and believe in the credit union philosophy of "People Helping People," join our team!
Position Overview:
To assist in the development, completion and documentation of risk-based internal audit assurance activites including financial, operational and compliance audit programs while staying abreast of current trends, new developments, technologies and practices in the audit profession, financial services industry and regulatory environment. Auditors will be responsible to accurately interpret the results of audit work performed, determine internal control weaknesses, and make value-added recommendations.
Responsibilities:
- 20% - Collaborate with team members, leadership, and stakeholders to assist in the creation of written audit programs including the identification of risks and controls relevant to business processes, member service delivery, and relevant regulatory requirements, the creation of work papers, the implementation of testing strategies, and the identification of control weaknesses and governance gaps in processes or systems.
- 20% - Communicate effectively with auditees, audit team members, and leadership. Prepare for and lead effective client interviews to understand, document, and evaluate business processes, risks and controls as outlined in IAS methodology. Effectively coordinate and lead assembled audit team members through discussions and/or meetings to ensure a firm understanding of the review and findings as the audit progresses. Present and effectively communicate identified audit issues and coordinate and review remediation efforts outlined by Management.
- 40% - Assist with and independently execute audit programs including design and execution of testing strategies with the incorporation of data analytics, analyzing process documentation and evaluating the design effectiveness and efficiency of controls as related to SECU policies, standards and quality of operations, and regulatory compliance, and implementing testing strategies in accordance with IAS methodology. This includes participation in continuous auditing activities.
- 20% - Demonstrate leadership and commitment to continuous improvement through independency, minimal necessary oversight, training and guidance of junior audit team members, deepening individual knowledge of the organization, operations, policies, procedures, laws and regulations applicable to SECU, and overall knowledge of auditing principles.
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Required Relevant Experience: 2-5 years
Required Knowledge, Abilities, Skills:
- Strong knowledge of governance, risk management, internal controls and applicable laws and regulations related to financial institutions
- Thorough knowledge of audit principles, practices, and methodologies including risk assessment and audit documentation
- Good decision-making skills
- Must have excellent organization skills and analytical ability
- Ability to manage multiple projects and due dates simultaneously
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information in a succinct and concise way to all levels of management
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- Good aptitude for learning analytical, audit and facilitation skills
- Ability to grasp the underlying concepts in complex information
- Ability to identify root causes to problems
- Demonstrated ability to lead others
- Highest level of integrity and objectivity to preserve the independence of all audit functions
- Must be able to cooperate and collaborate with co-workers whether working onsite or in a remote setting
- Proficient in Microsoft Office business applications
- Must be able to speak English fluently
- Ability to travel when required
Special Position Requirements:
- Sitting for prolonged periods
- Telephone for prolonged periods
- Computer for prolonged periods
- Travel as required
SECU provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.
Disclaimer
State Employees' Credit Union reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower level based on business need.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2-5 years relevant audit or financial services experience
- Strong knowledge of governance, risk management, internal controls and applicable financial institution regulations
- Thorough knowledge of audit principles, practices, and methodologies including risk assessment and audit documentation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office business applications
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to present to all levels of management
- Ability to manage multiple projects and due dates simultaneously
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- Demonstrated ability to lead others / mentor junior team members
- Ability to travel when required
- Must be able to speak English fluently
- Good organization, analytical ability, and decision-making skills
SECU Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SECU and has not been reviewed or approved by SECU.
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Retirement Support — Immediate 100% vesting and a 200% employer match on employee 401(k) contributions from 1–5% of pay (up to a 10% employer match) stand out. This level of support is described as unusually rich among financial‑services employers.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — 11 paid holidays plus 16 floating‑holiday hours, paid parental and caregiver leave, bereavement and volunteer time, and PTO that can reach 32 days per year with carryover up to 280 hours. These provisions provide predictable time off and flexibility across life events.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical (PPO or HDHP) with HSA/FSA options, dental including a minor‑child orthodontia option, and vision are available for employees and eligible dependents. Employer‑paid basic life/AD&D and short‑term disability, with subsidized long‑term disability, add robust income protection.
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What We Do
Even though we're North Carolina's largest credit union, we're still just "people helping people." We currently serve over 2.6 million members through more than 270 branch offices - and growing! Members have 24/7 access to account services from over 1,100 ATMs, as well as via phone, our website, and the SECU Mobile App. Since 1937, we've provided financial services to employees of the State of North Carolina, public boards of education, and employees of associations formed for the benefit of State employees, as well as their immediate family members. We are the trusted provider of financial services for millions of members. And, according to Forbes Magazine, we're the best credit union in North Carolina. State Employees' Credit Union (SECU) is an Equal Housing Opportunity lender and federally insured by NCUA. SECU provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.
