Internal Auditor II

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or related discipline and three (3) or more years of experience in public accounting, internal auditing, and/or regulatory auditing. Experience in the financial services industry is a plus. Ability to obtain a CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.

JOB SUMMARY

• Plans, develops, and documents audit programs and procedures for operational, financial and compliance audits of various departments and divisions of the Association.
• Verifies the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of Association operations by performing moderately complex internal audit tasks.
• Operates under moderate to limited supervision based on demonstrated proficiencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs audit responsibilities in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and Internal Audit departmental standards and documentation requirements.
• Maintains records of review and audit activity on Internal Audit departmental network drives and/or audit management systems.
• Performs moderately complex internal audit functions for the Association and assures compliance with FCA regulations pertaining to internal audit.
• Tests adequacy of Association internal controls to ensure data reported is accurate and supports the Association's disclosures to its stockholders.
• Obtains, analyzes, and appraises evidentiary data as the basis for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of controls and the efficiency of performance for the activities being reviewed.
• Makes recommendations for the correction of deficiencies identified in assigned audits.
• Drafts audit reports for review by the Internal Audit Manager.
• Follows up on management responses as a result of audits to substantiate/evaluate the implementation of recommended changes.
• Coordinates with other Association staff, as appropriate, to avoid unnecessary redundancy of controls while ensuring appropriate control system design, function, and efficiency.
• Maintains a positive and professional image in all communications with Association staff, outside auditors, the Farm Credit Administration, and other Farm Credit entities.
• Assists other departments, as needed, to complete special projects such as due diligence reviews, consulting to improve controls, etc.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• General knowledge of accounting/financial systems.
• Specialized knowledge of accounting/finance principles. 
• Specialized knowledge of accounting internal controls and industry standard internal audit practices.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Basic to intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to perform basic to intermediate accounting and audit analyses under moderate supervision.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to build relationships.

DISCLAIMER

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at careers@capitalfarmcredit.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.