Federal Reserve
Overview
Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Internal Audit team seeks a Lead Auditor for the Reserve Bank Operations Audit Team. You will join the District-focused internal audit team that audits Cash Operations, Federal Law Enforcement, Facilities Management, and other Administrative Services. The lead auditor is responsible for leading assurance and consulting work, including planning, conducting, documenting, and reporting audit results to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of controls over financial reporting, operations, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
The Reserve Bank Operations Audit Team travels to branches to perform on-site audit work in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City. Travel assignments are typically five days and occur about twice per quarter; shorter trips (1-2 days) may be required in some months. Applicants should live within commutable distance to downtown San Francisco (Embarcadero), Los Angeles (downtown), or Salt Lake City.
Essential Responsibilities
Supervise and review moderate to moderately high-risk audit work performed by audit team members in accordance with internal and external policies and audit standards. With guidance, evaluate team performance after each assignment and, with limited supervision, guide auditors to meet quality expectations. May supervise 1-4 employees on an assignment basis.
Define risk-based audit scope and objectives for district-focused audits; establish assignment time frames and budgets; develop or revise audit programs.
Execute the approved audit program under general supervision with increasing independence; evaluate governance and risks and determine the effectiveness of controls over the reliability of information, operational efficiency, asset safeguarding, and compliance with rules and regulations.
Identify, assess, and address audit exceptions; present clear explanations of issues to audit management and operating personnel with recommendations.
Prepare written audit reports and coordinate edits with internal reviews and business management.
Assess the adequacy of corrective actions from audit findings and review follow-up work performed by other auditors.
Maintain knowledge of activities in assigned risk areas; develop or maintain audit programs and perform risk assessments for areas of liaison coverage.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) required within 24 months of placement.
Five or more years of internal audit experience, preferably in a lead or auditor-in-charge role.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to resolve conflicts in complex situations.
Solid understanding of general audit applications, data analytics, and IT general controls.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of risk management, compliance, and data frameworks.
Strong understanding of risk, control concepts, root cause analysis, and ability to assess design vs. operation vs. outcome. Familiarity with IPPF and COSO frameworks.
Strategic thinking, data synthesis, and ability to identify patterns and connect the dots in risk analysis.
Strong presentation, facilitation, and project management skills.
Ability to travel approximately 15% of the time.
Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder with intent to become a US Citizen.
Preferred Skills/Experience
CIA certification (preferred).
Internal auditing experience in financial services, government, or large cash operation environments (e.g., casinos).
Knowledge of data analytics software.
Base Salary Range: Min: $100,300; Mid: $130,400; Max: $160,300 (Location: San Francisco)
Final salary and offer will be determined by background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Benefits and Employment Information We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, backup child care, paid family leave, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, pet insurance, matching 401(k), and retirement/pension.
The Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application or interview process, and to all employees. The SF Fed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact sf.hr.recruitment@sf.frb.org.
The SF Fed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Full Time / Part Time
Full time
Regular / Temporary
Regular
Job Exempt (Yes / No)
Yes
Job Category
Internal Oversight & Governance
Work Shift
First (United States of America)
The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.
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The Reserve Bank Operations Audit Team travels to branches to perform on-site audit work in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City. Travel assignments are typically five days and occur about twice per quarter; shorter trips (1-2 days) may be required in some months. Applicants should live within commutable distance to downtown San Francisco (Embarcadero), Los Angeles (downtown), or Salt Lake City.
Essential Responsibilities
Supervise and review moderate to moderately high-risk audit work performed by audit team members in accordance with internal and external policies and audit standards. With guidance, evaluate team performance after each assignment and, with limited supervision, guide auditors to meet quality expectations. May supervise 1-4 employees on an assignment basis.
Define risk-based audit scope and objectives for district-focused audits; establish assignment time frames and budgets; develop or revise audit programs.
Execute the approved audit program under general supervision with increasing independence; evaluate governance and risks and determine the effectiveness of controls over the reliability of information, operational efficiency, asset safeguarding, and compliance with rules and regulations.
Identify, assess, and address audit exceptions; present clear explanations of issues to audit management and operating personnel with recommendations.
Prepare written audit reports and coordinate edits with internal reviews and business management.
Assess the adequacy of corrective actions from audit findings and review follow-up work performed by other auditors.
Maintain knowledge of activities in assigned risk areas; develop or maintain audit programs and perform risk assessments for areas of liaison coverage.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) required within 24 months of placement.
Five or more years of internal audit experience, preferably in a lead or auditor-in-charge role.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to resolve conflicts in complex situations.
Solid understanding of general audit applications, data analytics, and IT general controls.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of risk management, compliance, and data frameworks.
Strong understanding of risk, control concepts, root cause analysis, and ability to assess design vs. operation vs. outcome. Familiarity with IPPF and COSO frameworks.
Strategic thinking, data synthesis, and ability to identify patterns and connect the dots in risk analysis.
Strong presentation, facilitation, and project management skills.
Ability to travel approximately 15% of the time.
Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder with intent to become a US Citizen.
Preferred Skills/Experience
CIA certification (preferred).
Internal auditing experience in financial services, government, or large cash operation environments (e.g., casinos).
Knowledge of data analytics software.
Base Salary Range: Min: $100,300; Mid: $130,400; Max: $160,300 (Location: San Francisco)
Final salary and offer will be determined by background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Benefits and Employment Information We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, backup child care, paid family leave, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, pet insurance, matching 401(k), and retirement/pension.
The Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application or interview process, and to all employees. The SF Fed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact sf.hr.recruitment@sf.frb.org.
The SF Fed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
#LI-Onsite
Full Time / Part Time
Full time
Regular / Temporary
Regular
Job Exempt (Yes / No)
Yes
Job Category
Internal Oversight & Governance
Work Shift
First (United States of America)
The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.
Always verify and apply to jobs on Federal Reserve System Careers or through verified Federal Reserve Bank social media channels.
Privacy Notice
#J-18808-Ljbffr