Senior Compliance Auditor
| Company | BECU |
|---|---|
| Location | Washington, USA, Oregon, USA, Texas, USA, South Carolina, USA, Georgia, USA, Tukwila, WA, USA, Arizona, USA, Idaho, USA |
| Salary | $94500 – $115500 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting, or equivalent experience
- Minimum five years of audit, compliance, or regulatory experience within a credit union or financial institution
- Deep knowledge of federal consumer protection and financial regulations
- Proven ability to assess and prioritize risk in complex processes
- Strong communication skills and ability to present sensitive information tactfully
- Exceptional planning and project management skills
Responsibilities
- Lead Audit Engagements: Plan and conduct independent, risk-based audits that ensure we’re aligned with regulations and internal frameworks.
- Craft Smart Audit Strategies: Develop audit scopes, objectives, and procedures tailored to compliance risks and test goals.
- Drive Insightful Documentation: Prepare detailed workpapers that clearly support your audit findings and conclusions.
- Offer Process Improvements: Recommend changes that minimize risk, boost productivity, and help teams meet regulatory expectations.
- Be a Compliance Go-To: Act as a subject matter expert, guiding peers on compliance-related audit work.
- Stay Current on Regulations: Keep a close eye on industry updates and ensure BECU’s practices stay ahead of the curve.
- Oversee Remediation: Support teams through process improvements that align with our control framework.
- Build Trust Across Teams: Develop strong relationships with internal customers by understanding their processes and offering meaningful solutions.
- Partner for Better Risk Management: Provide consulting services to help teams operate more efficiently and effectively.
- Support Key Projects: Evaluate new operational processes and collaborate on project teams as needed.
- Represent BECU with Excellence: Assist in external audits and regulatory exams with preparedness and professionalism.
- Commit to Continuous Learning: Stay sharp through ongoing education to maintain audit and compliance excellence.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in a relevant field
- Certifications such as CRCM, CIA, or willingness to earn one within two years
- Familiarity with audit tools like ACL or automated workpapers
- Experience with mortgage lending operations and identifying process inefficiencies