Senior Staff Auditor, Internal Audit

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:  Forbright is a nationwide full-service bank and commercial lender focused on helping to build a brighter future for our clients and the communities we serve. Forbright is committed to exceptional client service by providing seamless, innovative personal banking services to depositors and creative financing solutions to visionary middle market businesses and investors in healthcare, technology, financial services, real estate, and other industries. 

COMPANY CULTURE:  We are a dynamic, high energy, fun, and fast-paced organization that has an exciting growth trajectory, meaningful mission, and embedded responsible practices into our daily interactions. We offer our team members a culture of collaboration, inclusion, flexibility, recognition, and giving back. We look to hire individuals that are passionate about our mission, and who are motivated, customer and results-oriented, innovative, adaptable, and thoughtful.

COMPANY MISSION:  We are a mission-driven institution. We operate a sound dynamic institution that is well capitalized, liquid, profitable and uses best practices to manage risk and assure compliance with laws and regulations. We use Forbright’s capital, capabilities, innovation, and expertise to help our clients succeed and contribute broadly to building a brighter future. 

JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Staff Auditor role reports to the SVP, Internal Audit and works closely with senior leadership and other key stakeholders. This position conducts audits and reviews various areas related to Forbright Bank, assisting in the development of audit programs, testing with a focus on business operations and internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Internal Audit team in accomplishing audit department objectives in a team environment
• Assist in the execution of audits in accordance with departmental and professional internal audit standards, including:  Planning and prioritizing audit work/ Conducting interviews and control walkthroughs of key processes/Documenting, analyzing, and testing the design and operating effectiveness of controls/ Preparing accurate, logical, and detailed workpapers/ Developing audit recommendations/ And assisting with the creation of the internal audit reports.
• Maintain open and proactive communication with Bank management, external auditor, and the internal audit team
• Provide assistance to external auditors, as needed
•  Conduct advisory services, as requested, provided the internal audit function does not assume management responsibility
•  Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline or equivalent experience required
• Minimum 2-5 years of auditing experience, including previous experience in public accounting or internal audit required
• Strong technical knowledge of Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS). Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Internal Controls
• CPA and/or CIA certification preferred
• Experience leveraging data analytics tools to analyze/test audit data sets
• Proficiency in audit methodology and risk/controls assessments
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize tasks/projects in a remote environment
• Demonstrated ability to build professional relationships and rapport with business owners
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of the Banking industry preferred

The pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior experience. $60,000 (entry level qualifications) to $80,000 (highly experienced).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are capable of performing their job position. Work is primarily conducted in an office setting while certain positions may allow for remote work through the use of technology at management discretion. The functions described below are representative of those to successfully perform duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required for extended periods of time to:

• Remain in a stationary position

• Use hands and fingers 

• Utilize a computer monitor with visual acuity

• Operate technology or other office machinery such as printers, scanners, etc.

• Communicate clearly verbally and/or in writing with others

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: For Forbright Bank to remain efficient and nimble as a growing organization, team members are expected to exhibit a high level of flexibility regarding any duties that may be situationally assigned outside of this job description. 

PERKS/BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

• 4 weeks PTO

• 401k + company match

• Metro SmartTrip benefits ($50/mo)

• Remote or hybrid work schedules for most positions

• Bonuses for purchasing solar panels, electric vehicles, biking to work, etc.

• Paid subscriptions to Veterans Compost, Imperfect Foods, and more!

• Best Workplaces for Commuters 2023 & 2024 winner

• The Washington Post Top Workplaces 2023 & 2024 winner

• American Banker Best Banks to Work For 2023 winner

It is the policy of Forbright Bank to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to administer all aspects and conditions of pre-employment and employment without regard to protected characteristics.