Audit Officer II

The incumbent will, under limited supervision from the Internal Audit Director - Operations & Compliance, complete various financial, operational, and compliance audits.

Prior knowledge of banking regulations and functions, superior analytical skills, Microsoft Office and excellent communication (written and oral) are essential. Some knowledge of Information Systems is desirable. An appropriate professional certification is desirable, i.e., CPA, or CIA

Experience

3-5 years of relevant professional work experience in auditing.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science or business related field.

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) professional required or must be obtained within two years of hire.

Our goal is to offer our colleagues the most generous benefits package possible. We strive to provide colleagues with a comprehensive benefits package and an environment that supports a healthy work-life balance. Benefits include: Competitive compensation with performance incentive awards, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, a 401K and DC Plan for your retirement, LTD & Life Insurance, Day Care Reimbursement, Tuition Assistance for graduate and undergraduate programs, an award winning Wellness program and much more!

At Rockland Trust you'll find a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is given the chance to succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to, the following:

• Plan audits by understanding organization objectives, structure, policies, processes, internal controls, and external regulations; identifying risk areas; preparing audit scope and objectives; preparing audit programs.

• Function as team leader, in assignments involving multiple members of the IA team, as necessary.

• Assess compliance with regulations and controls by executing audit program steps; testing general ledger, account balances, balance sheets, income statements, and related financial statements; examining and analyzing records, reports, operating practices, and documentation.

• Assist in testing Sarbanes-Oxley key controls.

• Assess risks and internal controls by identifying areas of non-compliance; evaluating manual and automated financial processes; identifying process weaknesses and inefficiencies and operational issues.

• Verify assets and liabilities by comparing and analyzing items and collateral to documentation.

• Complete audit work papers and memoranda by documenting audit tests and findings.

• Communicate audit progress and issues by providing information in status meetings; highlighting unresolved issues; reviewing working papers; preparing clear and concise final audit reports.

• Improve protection by recommending changes in management monitoring and risk assessment, in the internal control structure, and in operating processes; identifying root causes of issues identified.

• Support external auditors by coordinating information requirements and requests for additional support in an effort to improve efficiency and reduce expenses.

• Provide control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.

• Protect organization's reputation by keeping information confidential.

• The incumbent must have strong time management skills to ensure time budgets and deadlines are met.

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

• The incumbent must have a collaborative work style that will result in positive working relationships with colleagues.