Internal Audit Project Manager

Description
At Sunflower Bank, N.A., we’re experiencing great growth. Since our founding in 1892, we've been committed to serving our communities and supporting the team members who make it all possible. As a full-service financial institution, we offer a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth-management financial objectives. Creating Possibility is not just our mission, it’s what we do every day for clients and associates. Learn more about Sunflower Bank, N.A. at sunflowerbank.com.

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Internal Audit Project Manager at our Houston, TX location.

Description:

This position assists Internal Audit leadership in the carrying out a risk-based audit plan, primarily by planning and supervising the testing portion of fieldwork, along with reporting results and follow-up on recommendations made.

Responsibilities:
Conduct audit planning, including creation of risk matrices and audit programs to assess the adequacy of internal controls to reasonably ensure effective and efficient operations and compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures.
Set, monitor, and report on progress toward realistic time budgets for audit and project work.
Conduct testing and supervise fieldwork, as pertinent, in accordance with those audit plans; ensure that work performed meets or exceeds audit standards and objectives, and documentation is adequate to support conclusions reached.
Communicate with management before, during and after the audit, ensuring auditees are well-informed (there are instances where audit work needs to be performed on a surprise basis).
Bring potential issues to the attention of Internal Audit management promptly; ensure issues are adequately vetted and relevant recommendations are formulated and communicated; obtain corresponding management action plans and committed completion dates.
Ensure adequate follow-up and timely closure of audit recommendations issued.
Assist in development of annual risk-based audit plan as requested.

Education / Experience Preferred:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, MIS, or another relevant field.
4-7 years’ experience in Audit, Internal Audit, Business Process Improvement, Banking, or another related field.
Sound professional judgment, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, and common sense.
CIA, CPA, or other relevant professional designation (preferred).
Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
Ability to identify risks and assess effectiveness of risk mitigation procedures
Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.

Working Conditions

The physical demands of this position require the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees may spend extended periods sitting or standing, using hands to operate computers or other equipment, and reaching for work-related tasks. Regular walking may be required, along with occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or climbing. The role may involve lifting or moving items weighing up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Sunflower Bank Benefits

People choose to “bank” with us, but for those we serve, we’re more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives, and we know that starts with our team.

Our supportive culture empowers team members to grow and seize new opportunities. Like our namesake, the sunflower, we are:
Rooted in Strength
Propelled by Growth
Individuals in a Great Whole
Creating Possibility
Community Focused
Associates enjoy outstanding benefits, including:
401(k) Plan with 6% Match
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Fitness Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Volunteer Leave
Paid Holidays
Plus many more associate perks & incentives!

If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers.

You’ve never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank!

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Open until filled; early application encouraged. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

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