Under the direction of the Manager, this position is responsible for planning, directing, organizing and executing audits of operations and functions of Bank of Hawaii Corporation. The position also provides subject matter expertise to audit and client management and assists audit managers in reviewing audit work, recommending changes and improvements as appropriate. In addition, this position supervises a small group of auditors.
Responsibilities- Performs audit field work: executes audit procedures in accordance with the approved audit program, IIA standards and department policies and procedures; prepares working papers that document the audit procedures performed, information obtained and the conclusions reached; meets budgets for the assigned areas audited; identifies major internal control weaknesses and value added recommendations related to inefficient and ineffective procedures; clearly documents all audit findings and communicates audit findings to auditee. Has working knowledge of consumer protection laws and regulations and AML/BSA requirements.
- Plans large audits: identifies scope of audit; prepares risk matrix to evaluate internal controls and develops the nature and extent of the audit program steps to address risk associated with the department; prepares narratives to document and identify the significant auditable areas of the department's business including its operations and controls; prepares time budget; schedules/assigns audit procedures; documents results of planning in a planning memo; researches laws/regulations/ Standards Procedures Manual if applicable; coordinates work with Credit Review and the Information Systems auditors; meets with auditees to discuss audit scope, objectives, and timing.
- Performs post fieldwork: resolves all open items in a timely and efficient manner; prepares the audit report utilizing department standards of report writing; holds closing conference; prepares written evaluation of other staff members assigned to audit.
- Assists audit managers in developing or reviewing audit work for subject matter expertise area.
- Responsible for the management of all employees in the team including staffing and scheduling, compensation, performance management, training and development. Goal is to attract, retain and motivate the team to achieve management business objectives and maintain a favorable employee relations climate. Responsible for the timely and effective management of Human Resources forms and documents relevant to immediate staff.
- Performs all other miscellaneous responsibilities and duties as assigned.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum 8 to 10 years of internal or external auditing experience or equivalent work experience. Requires 1 to 2 years of lead / supervisory / management experience managing staff.
- Demonstrated proficiency and expertise with personal computers in a networked environment and Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) or similar software. Knowledge of or ability to use Bank software, including related business and audit software.
- Demonstrated verbal and writing communication skills. Knowledge of current accounting principles and practices, including internal control concepts. Demonstrated analytical, organizational, problem solving, oral and writing skills. Able to meet deadlines. Able to work in a team environment and successfully manage projects. Demonstrated leadership skills to train, develop and coach internal audit staff. Able to develop innovative solutions to improve business processes. Able to work flexible hours including holidays, weekends and evenings as necessary. Must be able to provide own transportation or to operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license, and able to arrive at intended destination in a timely manner and/or as required. Travels by air as required.
