We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Vice President of Audit to lead our independent assurance function and drive a high-impact internal audit strategy. As a key member of the leadership team, this role is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of the audit process - from planning and execution to reporting and advisory - with a focus on financial, operational, compliance, and IT risk areas. Reporting directly to executive leadership and the Audit Committee, the VP of Audit will serve as a trusted advisor, delivering objective and independent assessments on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control systems. This role also plays a critical part in cultivating a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.Key Responsibilities:Team Leadership & Development: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing audit team capable of scaling with organizational growth and complexity. Foster a culture of continuous learning, professional certification and ethical conduct.Audit Planning & Execution: Design and execute a risk-based, agile audit plan aligned with enterprise priorities and regulatory expectations.Strategic Alignment & Solutioning: Partner with senior leaders to offer insights and practical recommendations that support strategic goals while mitigating risk.Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with executive leadership, operational teams, and the Board to ensure transparent communication and alignment on audit findings and recommendations.Regulatory and External Liaison: Act as a point of contact for external auditors, regulatory and examiners.What You'll Bring:Proven ability to lead a high-impact audit function in a complex, growth-oriented organization.Deep expertise in the Institute of Auditors' International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.A strategic, forward-thinking mindset with the ability to drive operational efficiency and a risk-based audit plan.Join us in this pivotal leadership role to shape a proactive, future-ready audit function that adds measurable value and supports our mission of operational excellence and accountability.
Essential FunctionsOrganizational Audit Strategy: Develop audit standards, policies, programs, and audit strategies. Research emerging risks and changes to the industry and profession. Complete the annual risk assessment for the credit union and formulate, implement, and administer the annual audit plan. Carry out the annual audit plan through performance of internal audits, utilization of external audit resources, and in collaboration with second-line testing. Research and advise on ways to incorporate data analytics in audit planning and fieldwork. Develop, work on, and complete Audit department and overall Risk Management division projects.Organizational Audit Operations: Perform/oversee audit follow-ups. Complete/oversee special investigations or questionable activity reviews. Participate in due diligence activities. Provide completed audit reports to the Audit Committee, when issued, detailing findings, recommendations, management responses, pertinent comments for audit activities, and KPI's. Complete Board Monitoring Reporting to assist the Audit Committee in meeting their fiduciary responsibilities. Coordinate internal audit activities with external audit efforts to ensure coverage optimization and minimize redundancy.Departmental Management and Leadership: Management of audit staff regarding quality and quantity, and reporting out to the CAO / General Counsel and Audit Committee quarterly. Provide clarification / direction on work assignments. Provide direct reports coaching / mentoring / leadership development opportunities towards achieving development goals. Champion audit methodologies, tools, and automation to enhance audit efficiency and value delivery.Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Ent policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
