Internal Audit Manager
Houston Federal Credit Union
Location: 16320 Kensington Drive, Sugar Land, TX. 77479
Employment Type: Full Time (Exempt)
Position Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday
Role:
To conduct audits of the Credit Union to assess the effectiveness of controls, accuracy of financial records and efficiency of operations; provide documentation of the Credit Union's internal control systems; report findings and make recommendations.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the President/CEO and the Supervisory Committee, develops and
implements an audit program and procedures, and recommend enhancements to the Credit
Union's operating systems reasonably sufficient to determine whether operations of the credit union are efficiently and effectively carried out in accordance with credit union policy, applicable regulatory requirements, generally acceptable accounting principles, and sound business practices.
- Prepare and present periodic reports to the President/CEO, Senior Management Team,
management, the Supervisory Committee, and Board of Directors to reflect the ongoing results of the audit program.
- Acts a liaison with management, the Supervisory Committee, independent public accountants, examiners, and consultants. Assists during audits, examinations and reviews, and ensure responses are completed for all audits, examinations and reviews when findings or best practices are presented.
- Evaluates new systems and modifications to existing systems, policies and plans to ensure proper controls are established and/or maintained.
- Maintains copies of all audits, examinations, and reviews per HFCU’s record retention policy, including management’s responses to any findings and recommendations and the relevant corrections and remediations.
- Promote understanding and appreciation of internal controls and their application to the credit union's operations through ongoing communications with management.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Performance Measurements:
1. To provide accurate assessments on the Credit Union's business risks, financial statements, system of internal controls, and level of compliance with policies, regulations and applicable laws.
2. To build relationships through the Credit Union to ensure concerns are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
3. To perform audits and prepare audit reports which identify problems, make recommendations, and help facilitate resolutions.
4. To include fraud detection steps in audit programs; investigate allegations of fraud, and review fraud prevention controls and detection processes put in place by management, make recommendations for improvement and on corrections or enhancements needed to maintain and improve effective and compliant operations.
5. To maintain files and supporting documentation for audits and other assignments.
6. To assist external auditors and other regulating agencies as requested.
7. To identify and qualify key business risks to estimate the probability of occurrences and the impact on the Credit Union and make appropriate recommendations.
8. To prepare reports timely, accurately and professionally.
9. To maintain a professional, courteous, and friendly atmosphere for members and employees of HFCU.
10. To keep informed of current fraud trends and methods to prevent loss.
11. To provide independent, effective evaluation of internal controls, processes, policies and procedures for compliance and risk exposure.
Knowledge and Skills:
Experience:
Ten years of similar or related experience.
Education:
(1) A bachelor's degree, or (2) achievement of formal certifications recognized in the industry as equivalent to a bachelor's degree (e.g., information technology certifications in lieu of a degree).
Other Skills:
1. Solid knowledge in all areas of accounting and audit procedures and the ability to work independently; certification as a certified public accountant or a certified internal auditor preferred.
2. A working understanding of credit unions and the risk and compliance environment of the business.
3. Must have a working knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing software; must be able to operate a PC and all types of general office equipment.
Physical Requirements:
Travel up to10 percent. The successful candidate will, from time to time, need to lift file folders or other items of 10 pounds or less.
Work Environment Onsite. This is not a remote position.
- Must have qualities that are consistent with our CORE Values:
- Integrity, Honesty, & Respect
- Passion, Commitment & Enthusiasm
- Seek Excellence in All We Do
- Work Hard and Have Fun
- Friendly Service and Superior Value
Skills Required
- Ten years of similar or related experience
- Bachelor's degree or industry-recognized certifications equivalent to a degree
- Solid knowledge in accounting and audit procedures and ability to work independently
- Working understanding of credit unions and risk and compliance environment
- Working knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing software and ability to operate a PC
- Certification as a CPA or CIA
- Travel up to 10 percent
- Onsite work at Sugar Land, TX location (not remote)
What We Do
Houston Federal Credit Union is a full-service, not-for-profit financial institution serving Greater Houston, Texas, with locations in Sugar Land, Houston, Rosenberg, and Missouri City, as well as Greenville, South Carolina. It provides members with a comprehensive range of financial products, including savings and checking accounts, automobile loans, mortgages, and business loans and services to help them achieve their financial goals.
