Senior Auditor - Strategic Audit Support

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POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Auditor position is within KeyBank's Risk Review Group (i.e., Internal Audit); the third line of defense, which is responsible for providing an independent and objective perspective on KeyCorp's processes and risks through assessment and testing of the adequacy and effectiveness of Key's risk management policies and practices, and adherence to laws and regulations.

The Senior Auditor is responsible for completion of high-quality walkthroughs and testing throughout KeyCorp, identifying, and understanding risks and controls associated with various business functions, and executing testing to determine the design and effectiveness of controls in place. Additionally, the Senior Auditor is responsible for assisting with control testing and substantive testing completed by less experienced auditors. The Senior Auditor may also have the opportunity to lead smaller reviews independently with minimal oversight from senior staff.

Internal Audit offers work life balance through limited to no travel and flexible schedules. Internal Audit also has career path planning and supports professional growth by supporting the pursuit of relevant certification (see below). The Senior Auditor will contribute to an organizational culture of respect and personal accountability regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness and, will have the ability to work in a productive, collaborative, and cooperative way with a variety of individuals.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The Senior Auditor will be responsible for the following:

• Conducting the completion of audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting of smaller audits
  • Identifying audit obstacles and initiating appropriate solutions with general oversight
  • Document walkthroughs which demonstrate the auditor's understanding of the identified risks and controls.
  • Formally documenting findings for management and creating audit reports with management oversight.
  • Presenting information to team, manager, Assistant General Auditor (AGA) or General Auditor (GA)
  • Delivering thoughtful and organized messages to audit clients in both written and verbal communication
• Contributing to an organizational culture of respect and personal accountability regarding diversity and inclusiveness
• Building relationships with audit clients and within the Risk Review Group
• Working in a productive, collaborative, and cooperative way with a variety of people and adapting to various leadership styles.

The Senior Auditor may also be responsible for the following:

1. Assisting with formal presentations or trainings

2. Participating in internal audit project initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree - preferred
• Bachelor's Degree - preferred
• 2-4 years of audit or related experience (preferred)
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to learn quickly
• Experience performing audits across a variety of subjects or industries
• Independent ability to organize tasks, multi-task and prioritize projects
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Strong analytic skills
• Ability to leverage business acumen to advise and consult with leaders within area of expertise
• Versatility and ability to adapt to differing leadership styles
• Willingness to pursue relevant certifications including:
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Certified Financial Crimes Specialist (CFCS)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

Tactical Skills

• Solid product skills and understanding of business, industry, and regulatory concepts.
• Emerging ability to assist with development of new staff.
• Emerging ability to assist in the preparation or delivery of a formal presentation or training.
• Emerging ability to receive feedback on performance and implement meaningful improvement.
• Contribute to an organizational culture of respect and personal accountability regarding diversity, equity and inclusion.

Personal Skills

• Adaptability: Understands that change is inevitable and seeks value in new ways of doing things while coping with day-to-day frustrations, adversities and uncertainties related to change
• Collaboration: Demonstrates experience in participating in productive collaborative processes that help solve business problems and meet business goals
• Critical Thinking: The ability to identify issues, communicate them, and explain the characteristics and steps in effective decision-making
• Decision Making: The ability to follow directions while identifying a defensible course of action among alternatives

Practical Skills

• Analytical Thinking: Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been or can be used to resolve problems and names specific tools or techniques to support the process
• Business Acumen: Works to understand the business priorities of internal and external clients and can describe relevant profitability drivers and considerations
• Change Navigation: Demonstrates the ability to modify work as directed and applies the concept of continuous improvement to develop new skills during change initiatives
• Constructive Debate: Demonstrates willingness to examine own position and cites instances of healthy and destructive conflicts
• Oral & Written Communication: Demonstrates the ability to speak, write, and present in a way that effectively conveys the intended message to an audience

Core Competencies

• All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key's Values and sustain proficiency in identified Leadership Competencies.

Physical Demands

• General Office - Prolonged sitting, ability to communicate face to face in person or on the phone with teammates and clients, frequent use of PC/laptop, occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of backpacks, computer bags up to 10 lbs.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $75,000.00 to $85,000.00 annually depending on job-related factors such as level of experience. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for short-term incentive compensation and deferred incentive compensation subject to individual and company performance. Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

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Key has implemented a role-based Mobile by Design approach to our employee workspaces, dedicating space to those whose roles require specific workspaces, while providing flexible options for roles which are less dependent on assigned workspaces and can be performed effectively in a mobile environment. As a result, this role may be Mobile or Home-based, which means you may work primarily either at a home office or in a Key facility to perform your job duties.

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected category.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing HR_Compliance@keybank.com.

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