Description
TITLE: Director of Internal Audit
DEPARTMENT: 996-Internal Audit/Loan Review/Compliance
LOCATION: In-Office near Des Moines IA or Quad Cities IA/IL
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Internal Audit is responsible for administration of the internal audit program & SOX testing for QCR Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries. This role oversees the Internal Audit Team as well as manages the Internal Audit Supervisor & Senior Internal Auditors. Collaborate with audit management, staff and external auditors as well as company management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Perform annual internal audit risk assessment.
- Evaluate & oversee audit tools (selection, implementation & maintenance)
- Oversee the completion of the annual audit & SOX testing schedule.
- Oversee the development and updates to internal audit programs and procedures.
- Responsible for day-to-day supervision & coaching of Internal Audit Supervisor and Senior Internal Audit staff.
- Assist staff in evaluating and monitoring established internal controls, policies, and procedures (both written and practiced) for adequate asset safeguards, control of risks, and compliance.
- Responsible for managing external parties used to supplement internal audit and/or SOX testing.
- Communicate audit findings to respective departments/business units.
- Issue written audit reports.
- Provide technical guidance to business units.
- Make presentations to the Audit & Compliance Committee of the Board of Directors regarding performance of assigned audits and conclusions
- Oversee the assistance to external auditors.
- Hire, develop, motivate, and train staff, including planning and delegating work assignments and projects.
- Evaluate performance, administer quarterly touch points and deliver performance evaluations.
- Establish clear expectations and hold team members accountable to performance and behaviors aligned with our culture.
- Understand and administer compensation based on a pay for performance philosophy, including merit increases and variable pay.
- Participates in internal investigations or due diligence special projects as directed by the CAE.
- Maintain and enhance technical and professional competence through continuing education
- Comply with all company or regulatory policies, procedures and requirements that are applicable to this position.
- Participate in community engagement events. This can include professional, civic and community groups.
- Foster and preserve a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Additional duties and responsibilities may be required to support the company’s mission, vision and values.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, related field or equivalent experience.
- Banking experience desired but not required.
- A minimum of 10 years of internal audit experience, preferably in a banking environment or with a public accounting firm engaged in providing services to financial institutions.
- Hold CIA, CPA, CFSA, and/or CISA or actively pursuing certification.
- A minimum of five years of supervisory or management experience.
- Capability to utilize various banking software and Microsoft 365 products, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal and written communication capabilities.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Duties performed in a professional office environment.
- Required travel to all QCRH company locations, as needed.
Salary & Benefits:
The minimum salary range for this position is $160,000 annually. The actual starting salary will be based on qualifications and business needs and may vary, as permitted by applicable state law.
This position is a regular full-time position individuals employed as regular full-time are eligible for the following benefits subject to the terms, limitations and conditions of each benefit plan: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and additional Voluntary Supplemental Insurance.
At QCR Holdings, Inc. we are committed to fostering and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and strongly believe that it's our differences - of all kinds - that make our company and our communities better and stronger.
QCR Holdings, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or other protected class status.
It is the policy of QCR Holdings, Inc. to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act by providing reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to access the job application and interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and to receive equal access to other benefits and privileges of employment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business, a related field, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 10 years of internal audit experience
- Minimum of five years of supervisory or management experience
- CIA, CPA, CFSA, and/or CISA certification, or actively pursuing certification
- Ability to use banking software and Microsoft 365 products with accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
- Banking experience
QCR Holdings Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about QCR Holdings and has not been reviewed or approved by QCR Holdings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off options include paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, Volunteer Time Off, and a formal sabbatical program. The inclusion of sabbaticals and VTO distinguishes the package among mid-sized banking employers.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with a company match to support long‑term savings.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity participation is available through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The ESPP is presented as a differentiator not all similarly sized banks offer.
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What We Do
QCRH Mission Statement: We make financial dreams a reality. About QCR Holdings: QCR Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Moline, Illinois, is a relationship-driven, multi-bank holding company, which serves the Quad Cities, Cedar Rapids, Waterloo/Cedar Valley, Des Moines/Ankeny, and Springfield, MO communities through its wholly owned subsidiary banks, and also engages in commercial leasing through its wholly owned subsidiary, m2 Equipment Finance, LLC based in Milwaukee, WI. QCR Holdings has 27 locations in Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin and Missouri. This page is to provide general information about QCR Holdings, Inc. Never disclose personal or financial information on LinkedIn. This includes personal information such as account numbers, social security numbers and other non-public information. QCR Holdings, Inc. does not endorse the content, ads or third-party posts placed on this site.








