Staff Auditor

Founded in 1963, FirstBank is Colorado's largest locally owned holding company and we are still growing, serving customers in Colorado, California, and Arizona. Our growth can be attributed to one simple philosophy: do right by customers, communities, and employees, which is at the center of the company’s “banking for good” mantra. FirstBank believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of everything we do, both within and outside our company, and we take pride in hiring and training a diverse and talented group. We strive to not only maintain a diverse workforce, but also ensure our employee experience garners a sense of belonging, is inclusive and equitable. FirstBank believes that a company is nothing without the people that comprise it. By joining the FirstBank team you will experience our great team culture with ample opportunity for growth. There’s an opportunity for everyone with positions across the company, from Personal Banker and Call Center to Technology and Lending. Apply today to learn more and join the team!

A Brief Overview

The Internal Audit department is responsible for ensuring the organization is in compliance with federal and state regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures, by conducting risk-based audits to assess effectiveness of controls throughout the company. The Audit department acts in both an assurance role as well as a consulting role. The Senior Specialist performs intermediate level audit work individually or as part of a team. In this role, the Senior Specialist uses critical thinking skills to complete assigned test work in an independent manner, with a moderate level of guidance and direction, utilizes available resources to independently research and understands different levels of risk and risk mitigation tactics.

What you will do

• Assist in program development when directed by another auditor
• Complete basic or less complex audit engagements established audit programs, including planning and being the auditor-in-charge for assigned audits
• Complete components of testwork as part of an audit to verify accuracy of records, compliance of operations with policies and procedures and adherence to applicable laws and regulations
• Create risk control matrix on prospective less complex engagement clients
• Gather evidence and documentation in preparation for an audit when working with or under the direction of another auditor
• Participate in and often leads interviews with individuals in a department or market being audited
• Record each test step or audit procedure to document …