Job DescriptionAs an Individual Contributor, this role is responsible for planning, directing, organizing, and executing audits of Bank of Hawaii Corporation. The position ensures compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards while identifying opportunities to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency.
Responsibilities- Audit Field Work: Executes audit procedures in accordance with approved audit programs, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, and Internal Audit policies. Prepares working papers that document procedures performed, information obtained, and conclusions reached. Identifies major internal control weaknesses and provides value-added recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Audit Planning: Defines audit scope and objectives, prepares risk matrices, and develops audit program steps to address identified risks. Coordinates with Information Systems auditors and researches applicable laws, regulations, and standards. Meets with auditees to discuss audit scope, objectives, and timing.
- Reporting and Post-Fieldwork: Resolves open items promptly and prepares audit reports in accordance with Internal Audit standards. Conducts closing conferences and provides written evaluations of staff assigned to audits.
- Stakeholder Communication: Maintains clear and professional communication with auditees and internal stakeholders throughout the audit process. Provides insights and recommendations that support compliance and operational improvements.
- Performs other responsibilities and duties as assigned.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field. Equivalent work experience or certification(s) may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or relevant certifications preferred.
- Minimum 6 years of internal or external auditing experience or equivalent work experience.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
- Advanced knowledge and skill proficiency in business acumen, continuous improvement, corporate governance, critical thinking, cross-functional collaboration, customer experience, internal auditing, internal controls, laws and regulations, project management, and risk control.
- Intermediate knowledge and skill proficiency in decision making and judgment.
- Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Able to meet deadlines. Demonstrated leadership skills to train, develop, and coach internal audit staff. Able to develop innovative solutions to improve business processes.
As a Bank of Hawaii employee, you ensure (or assist with ensuring) compliance with applicable laws, regulations, regulatory requirements and Bank policies and procedures, including but not limited to those related to Fair Banking, Anti-Money Laundering laws and regulations, Bank Secrecy Act and USA PATRIOT Act.
