Staff Auditor

Description

At First Electronic Bank (FEB), we are driven by the purpose to make credit accessible to everyday Americans, and their businesses. Partnering with some of the most innovative FinTech companies in the nation, we offer a wide range of consumer and commercial credit products on a national basis. Offering revolving lines of credit, private-label credit cards, installment financing programs and more, FEB’s engages with strategic, collaborative partnerships, promoting services and products to provide the most beneficial consumer and commercial financing solutions.  

First Electronic Bank is looking for a Staff Auditor to join our team. Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Head of Internal Audit, this role is primarily responsible for coordinating and managing external audits performed on the Bank's fintech sponsorship partners. The Staff Auditor serves as the central liaison between the Bank, fintech partners, and independent audit firms to facilitate timely and successful completion of partner audits. Responsibilities include audit planning and coordination, monitoring audit progress, assisting with issue resolution, tracking audit findings, and supporting management through the audit lifecycle. The role also performs internal audit activities, risk assessments, audit testing, audit issue validation, and other assurance-related responsibilities as assigned.   

What You'll Do:

• Serve as the primary coordinator for external audits of the Bank's fintech sponsorship partners.
• Manage the end-to-end audit process from planning through final report issuance.
• Assist in facilitating status updates, walkthroughs, and closing meetings involving fintech partners, audit firms, and Bank stakeholders.
• Act as the primary point of contact between fintech partners, external auditors, and internal stakeholders throughout the audit engagement.
• Monitor audit progress and timelines to ensure audits are completed efficiently and in accordance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate requests for information and ensure documentation is provided to auditors timely and accurately.
• Track outstanding audit requests, open items, and deliverables throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Identify and escalate potential audit delays, risks, or issues that may impact successful completion of audits.
• Assist fintech partners and audit firms in resolving questions, clarifying requirements, and facilitating communication throughout the engagement.
• Review audit reports and findings for completeness and accuracy prior to final issuance.
• Track audit findings, recommendations, and management action plans to ensure timely remediation and closure.
• Prepare management reporting and audit status updates for Internal Audit leadership and other stakeholders. 
• Maintain audit schedules, records, and supporting documentation related to fintech partner audit activities.

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of three years of experience in banking, financial services, audit coordination, compliance, risk management, project management, or a related field. Experience managing external audits, regulatory examinations, third-party relationships, fintech partnerships, or cross-functional initiatives is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree from and accredited college or university in Finance, Accounting or Business Management is preferred.
• Basic understanding of laws and regulations governing financial institutions, with an emphasis on the BSA/AML/CIP is highly preferred.
• Ability to work independently; commitment to continuous learning and willingness to keep.
• Up to date on new developments in the audit field.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of standard MS-office products
• Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.
• Must be highly organized and capable of handling multiple tasks concurrently, able to redirect priorities based upon current workload, able to react to current situations