Assistant Vice President, Internal Audit Operations

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Basic Purpose

To direct and manage Navy Federal’s Internal Audit (IA) Operations Branch who are responsible for assisting Senior Management and the Supervisory Committee in discharging their responsibilities concerning the effectiveness and efficiency of operations and controls, reliability of financial and managerial reporting, compliance with laws and regulations, and safeguarding of assets.  

Responsibilities:

• Under the leadership of the Senior Vice President Internal Audit, assume responsibility/accountability for the leadership, direction, and management of the Financial, Regulatory Compliance and Operational Audit Teams
• Develop, direct, and lead the strategic recommendations of senior management regarding the Internal Audit Operations teams and direction, results, and compliance with organizational objectives and regulatory matters
• Assist in the development and implementation of branch strategies and goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures; monitor and evaluate program effectiveness; advise senior management of issues and implement improvements
• Determine and review gaps in branch performance, establish branch performance metrics, and ensure appropriate improvements are initiated and managed
• Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant industry standards, best practices, business processes and technology used within related business areas to ensure compliance with policy, vendor contractual requirements, procedures, processes and standards
• Oversee annual audits for the organization based on risk assessment of Navy Federal’s business, operational, regulatory, and technical environment
• Ensure that the IA team is communicating the results of its activities to Navy Federal Senior Management and the Supervisory Committee in a timely, relevant and high quality manner
• Obtain post¿audit feedback from senior management to ensure findings are appropriately addressed and resolved within the timeframes requested
• Manage and approve final audit scope, process flowcharts and detailed audit test plans
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives as related to internal controls in order to safeguard assets and determine adequacy and effectiveness of applicable policies and practices 
• Coordinate with business units to ensure corrective actions are implemented to address recommendations resulting from internal and external audit projects
• Oversee changes in regulatory practices to IA issues and communicates information to senior management and staff
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration by actively working across business lines, communicating knowledge and business processes to other business units
• Provide positive leadership to the branches through teaching, training, employee engagement, succession planning, and mentorship programs
• Drive branch change and learning by embracing new, flexible, and agile approaches to improve business performance and efficiency
• Participates in large projects or programs for the Internal Audit Operations Branch
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations and legislation
• Perform supervisory/managerial responsibilities
 - Ensure adequate/skilled staffing; select employees
 - Establish performance goals and priorities
 - Prepare, conduct and review performance appraisals
 - Develop, mentor and counsel staff
 - Provide input and/or prepare budget requirements for Annual Financial Plan (AFP)
 - Ensure section/branch goals and objectives align with division/departmentstrategy
 - Ensure efficiency of operations
 - Leadership Level
•  Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience
• Experience in Internal Controls concepts and practices
• Experience in leading, directing and controlling a multi¿function corporate/institutional operation and demonstrated skill in leading others to achieve goals
• Experience in demonstrating thought¿leadership, initiative taking, decision¿making and creativity in solving business problems
• Experience in implementing strategic initiatives to support organizational objectives
• Advanced skill leading with diplomacy and tact while maintaining appropriate assertiveness and persistence
• Advanced skill to influence, negotiate and & persuade to reach agreeable exchange & positiveoutcomes
• Significant experience working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, vendors
• Advanced knowledge of project/program management processes and methodologies
• Advanced relationship building, negotiation and facilitation skills
• Advanced  analytical/quantitative, reconciliation and deductive reasoning skills
• Expert skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives and information clearly and concisely
• Expert experience managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals
• Expert analytical/quantitative, reconciliation and deductive reasoning skills
• Advanced experience working with cross¿functional teams and leading projects
• Expert verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced word processing and spreadsheet software skills
• Advanced database and presentation software skills

  
Desired Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in in a related field, or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience
• Experience in complex, integrated audits, focusing on financial/GAAP, IT related and regulatoryaudits
• Experience with credit union financials and/orregulations
• Working Knowledge of NFCU products, services, programs, policies and procedures

Hours:  Monday - Friday; 8:00AM - 4:30PM 

Location: Greater Pensacola Operations - 5550 Heritage Oaks Drive Pensacola, FL 32526
                 Winchester Operations Campus - 141 Security Drive Winchester, VA 22602
                 Headquarters - 820 Follin Lane Vienna, Virginia 22180                               

*Navy Federal is now hybrid! Our standard enterprise requirement for a hybrid schedule is to report onsite 4-16 days each month. The number of days reporting onsite will ultimately be determined by the employee's leadership and business unit needs. You will learn more throughout the hiring and onboarding process

Equal Employment Opportunity

Navy Federal values, celebrates, and enacts diversity in the workplace.  Navy Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans.  EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability

COVID-19 Vaccine Information

As a COVID-19 safety measure, our employees must either provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or follow additional safety protocols, including testing.

Disclaimer

Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position.

Bank Secrecy Act

Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.