Operational Auditor

Location: Wilmington, DE or Philadelphia, PA

Schedule: Monday – Friday
Hybrid/Onsite

Description:

The Operational Auditor reviews assigned areas. (Financial/Operational/Compliance functions and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 reviews) and evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal accounting and operating controls. The incumbent will prepare, plan and execute assigned audits under accepted audit standards, including portions of more extensive/complex audits. This position ensures that established financial, operational, and compliance practices and the related controls are designed and operating effectively. The Operational Auditor will examine and evaluate business activities and associated risks to ensure regulatory compliance, safeguard company assets, and improve its financial and operational control systems.

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.
• Performs audit work, including plan preparation, workpapers, finding, and associated reports that reflect the audit results.
• Reports or assists in reporting audit findings to Management by means of both oral communications and formal written reports.
• Appraises or assists in appraising the adequacy of corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions.
• Assists with the Independent Public Accounting firm's annual audit of the Corporation.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with the business units and with external auditors.
• Assists in the performance of Sarbanes-Oxley 404 testing 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field, and at least 2-3 years of experience directly related to the job responsibilities.
• Must have a minimum of 2-3 years of bank internal audit experience or independent public accounting experience.
• Must understand the COSO framework, as well as an understanding of public companies reporting requirements under Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
• Preferably, achieved a Professional Certification, such as CIA, CPA, CBA, CFSA, etc.
• Must understand internal control concepts regarding the financial, operational and data processing areas of a financial institution.
• Must have general understanding of operational and accounting control procedures, methods and philosophies in a banking environment.
• Must have basic knowledge of federal banking laws and regulations.
• Must have basic knowledge of auditing standards, procedures and related techniques.
• Ability or experience with the use of automated workpapers.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Display a strong level of integrity, ethics, analytical skills, and the ability to evaluate data to make informed decisions.
• Proficient in all MS Office products.
• Ability to integrate and balance priorities, work activities, and resources to achieve objective within the required time.
• Ability to enhance personal, professional, and business growth through new knowledge and experiences.

Inclusiveness:

WSFS Bank is inclusive and supportive of individual needs. If you have a physical or other impairment that might require an accommodation, including technical assistance with the WSFS Bank Careers website or submission process, please contact us via email at careers@ wsfsbank.com.

How do you get to be nearly 200 years old in a world that's constantly changing? For us, the answer has always been the same: create a team of Associates who are passionate about serving the community, and success will follow. Our Mission and Values serve as essential reminders about who we are and how we do business. WSFS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.