Internal Audit Manager

Join a mission-driven organization where your expertise in audit and leadership will directly contribute to the financial integrity and future of agriculture and rural communities.

Overview

Horizon Farm Credit is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to join our Audit team. In this role, you will lead internal audits and loan reviews to ensure compliance with federal regulations, internal policies, and sound business practices. You will manage the audit team, oversee audit engagements, and provide consulting advice to improve organizational processes. This is a high-impact role that supports Horizon’s mission of serving agriculture and rural communities with excellence.

One position available, qualified candidate may work in any available Horizon Farm Credit branch location. To view locations, click here Locations | Horizon Farm Credit. Work from home opportunity available. Successful candidate may work from home with a minimum of three days per month working in the office. 

Areas Of Responsibility Include:

• Oversees verification of compliance with internal control policies/procedures and federal regulations by examining records, reports, operating practices, and existing documentation for the Association’s business processes. 
• Oversees evaluation of the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls/processes. 
• Provides support for audits and examinations conducted by external parties (e.g., External Auditor, AgFirst, or FCA).
• Assesses and considers the potential for fraud while conducting internal audit and loan review activities.
• Oversees preparation of risk assessments for auditable areas and generates Audit Testing Matrices (ATM).  
• Oversees development of detailed test procedures based on risk assessments. Oversees execution of test procedures. 
• Oversees analysis of transactions, records, reports, and existing documentation to determine the adequacy of controls and assess the effectiveness of processes and/or activities. 
• Assists in determination of whether the Association is operating in a safe and sound manner and is in compliance with federal regulations and internal policies/procedures.
• Oversees preparation of supporting documentation and formal reports of all audits, including recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions. Prepares exception trackers and verifies management’s timely remediation of unsatisfactory conditions.
• Reviews work of team members for quality, accuracy, and relevance.      Coaches/develops members by sharing knowledge helping them team members attain relevant experience.
• Scopes out audits and prepares planning documentation. Reviews planning and scoping procedures/documentation. Reviews audit reports and provides coaching notes to staff.
• Provides consulting advice to the business for process improvements.
• Recommends effective issue remediation plans for management.
• Oversees remediation testing efforts.
• Assists CAE in development of the audit plan.
• Oversees Internal Credit Review. Attend Committee meetings to provide audit perspective and advice in a non-voting role.
• Provides coaching and development to staff.
• Review and provide guidance on risk assessments.
• Assisting CAE with preparing Audit Committee and ELT documentation.
• Assists the CAE in development and maintenance of an Internal Audit Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP).
• Overseeing the accurate completion of Audit Board documentation on a timely basis.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or Business Administration.

Experience

• Generally, 5+ years of experience in internal/external audit or credit review, preferably with a Big 4 firm, large financial institution, or public accounting firm. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. 
• At least one certification is required - CIA, CPA, or CISA.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with business processes, financial reporting, and information technology risks, processes and controls.
• Extensive experience with Corporate Governance and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) Act’s regulations and requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of financial reporting, IT risks and controls, and corporate governance.
• Experience with testing ICFR/SOX controls and understanding of integrated audits.
• Ability to create high quality deliverables using appropriate business and technical language.
• Experience with audit tools such as AuditBoard, Workiva, ACL, IDEA, or other data analytics/mining software.  
• Knowledge of COSO framework, CoBIT and/or other leading business and information technology control frameworks.
• Competency performing regulatory research and able to summarize relevant requirements.
• Experience in conducting loan reviews preferred. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to identify regulatory compliance gaps within internal guidance (policies and procedures).
• Ability to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
• Ability to coach and develop staff and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Adaptable and flexible to a changing work environment. 
• Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance is required. 

Who Are We?

Horizon Farm Credit is an expert in agriculture, with over 100 years of serving rural America. As a premier rural lender, we're constantly growing and seeking new members for our team. As part of the Horizon Farm Credit team, you have the opportunity to make a difference for agriculture and rural communities.

What can we offer you?

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for full-time employees including:

• Medical insurance with dental and vision care options 
• 401(k) with significant employer matching 
• Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time to support work/life balance 
• Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities 
• Student loan reimbursement 
• Leadership and career development opportunities 
• Paid maternity and bonding leave 
• Paid short-term disability 
• Fun and inclusive work environment 

Equal Opportunity Employer including veterans and individuals with disabilities.