Senior Internal Auditor (IT Focus) - Remote

Overview

A leading payments credit union service organization and integrated fintech solutions provider is seeking a Senior IT Internal Auditor. This role involves performing and managing internal audit assignments independently or under audit management supervision. The auditor will evaluate risks, test controls, and review processes related to financial data, systems, internal controls, department procedures, and regulatory compliance. The position includes tracking audit findings, facilitating responses, gathering information, testing evidence, and escalating issues as needed. Interaction with senior management and collaboration with less experienced staff and third-party audit partners is expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal risk assessments under audit management direction.
• Plan internal audits by understanding organizational objectives, structure, policies, processes, internal controls, and external regulations.
• Interpret regulations related to information systems, platforms, and IT operating processes.
• Evaluate IT infrastructure, data flows, and operating procedures against established standards.
• Identify key controls, control design, and deficiencies through risk and control matrices.
• Create process documentation such as narratives and flow charts to support audit planning and execution.
• Develop audit programs and testing procedures at entity, process, transaction, or application levels.
• Assess risks and internal controls, identifying non-compliance, process weaknesses, inefficiencies, and technical issues.
• Maintain communication with management regarding audit progress, findings, and unresolved issues.
• Partner with internal clients to define action plans for identified deficiencies.
• Prepare and present audit reports documenting results and processes.
• Assist audit management and co-sourced internal audit partners in coordinating and scheduling audit meetings.
• Monitor management’s completion of remediation actions; escalate and provide support as needed.
• Prepare and review audit reports and manage revisions.
• Assist business owners in defining gaps or process deficiencies and remediation plans.
• Recommend improvements during IT system changes or upgrades.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of related IT auditing experience, including public accounting or internal audit.
• Preferred two (2) years of experience in other functional areas such as accounting, risk management, IT, or business operations.
• Preferred experience with payment systems and financial services related to the credit/debit card industry.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• Currently holds or is actively pursuing an audit professional certification such as CIA, CISSP, CISA, or equivalent.
• Required to maintain audit certification(s) as a condition of continued employment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $84,900.00 - $108,200.00, adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors.
• Competitive wages.
• Medical insurance with telemedicine.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Basic and optional life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO), maternity, parental, and family care leave.
• Community volunteer time off.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Company-paid disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Supplemental insurance options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program.

Benefits are subject to eligibility, waiting periods, contribution, and other requirements.

Location

This role supports a remote-first, flexible work environment.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other protected group.

Additional Information

• This role is not eligible for sponsorship.
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.