Senior Staff Auditor I

The Senior Staff Auditor will prepare, plan and execute assigned audits in accordance with accepted audit standards, including audits that are more extensive/complex, as well as conducting Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance reviews/activities. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that established financial, operational and compliance practices, and the related controls, are designed and operating effectively. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Conducts or assists in performing examinations of assigned organizational and functional activities within budgeted time frames and in accordance with departmental standards as stated in the Audit Manual.  Completes the more complex assignments during examinations.

• Performs audit work, including plan preparation, workpapers, finding, and associated reports that reflect the audit results.

• Appraises or assists in appraising the adequacy of corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions.

• Provide direction to Internal Audit Staff.  These activities include: providing guidance on the evaluation of the adequacy of the Company’s internal control environment, planning audits; and initiating project planning. 

• Prepares/revises or assists in the preparation/revision of audit programs and related information and makes suggestions to Audit Management regarding applicable changes to banking laws and regulations.

• Manages performance of audit assignments, reviews workpapers and audit reports; edits reports prepared by other auditors.

• Assists with the Independent Public Accounting firm's annual audit of the Corporation. 

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management and with external auditors.

• Effective coordination of Sarbanes-Oxley 404 requirements to maintain internal controls to ensure the identification of significant accounts, processes, assertions and risks, the identification and evaluation of the control design, the performance of tests and controls and the overall assessment of financial reporting and internal controls.

• Keeps abreast of Company policies and procedures, current developments in accounting and auditing professions, and changes in local, state, and federal laws, as applicable.

• Effectively manages time to achieve annual goals.

• Train new staff, as needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree, and at least 5-8 years of experience directly related to the job responsibilities.  

• Achieved a Professional Certification, such as CIA, CPA, CBA, CFSA is preferred.

• Must have sound knowledge in a broad range of internal control concepts regarding the financial, operational and data processing areas of a financial institution. 

• Must have an understanding of operational and accounting control procedures, methods and philosophies in a banking environment.

• Must have knowledge of federal banking laws and regulations. 

• Must have knowledge of auditing standards, procedures and related techniques.

• Must have the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

• Must have the ability to train Associates, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Must have the ability to analyze and solve problems.

• Must display a strong level of integrity, ethics, analytical skills, and the ability to evaluate data to make informed decisions.

• Must have the ability to motivate others and promote teamwork.

• Must be proficient in all MS Office products. 

• Must have the ability or experience with the use of automated workpapers.

• Must have an understanding of the COSO framework, as well as an understanding of public companies reporting requirements under Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

• Must have the ability to integrate and balance priorities, work activities, and resources.

• Must have the ability to foster a cooperative work environment.

• Must effectively manage resources to achieve objectives. 

• Must have the ability to enhance personal, professional, and business growth through new knowledge and experiences.

WSFS Bank will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from WSFS Bank now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States.