Horizon Farm Credit · 1 hour ago
Senior Auditor
Horizon Farm Credit is actively seeking a Senior Auditor to join their team. This role involves conducting internal audits and loan reviews to ensure compliance with regulations and to evaluate risks and controls in business processes. The successful candidate will work independently, may lead less tenured staff, and will be responsible for preparing risk assessments and audit reports.
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Responsibilities
Verifies compliance with internal control policies/procedures and federal regulations by examining records, reports, operating practices, and existing documentation for the Association’s business processes
Provides support for audits and examinations conducted by external parties (e.g., External Auditor, AgFirst, or FCA)
Evaluates the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls/processes
Assesses and considers the potential for fraud while conducting internal audit and loan review activities
Responsible for preparing risk assessments for auditable areas and generates risk and control matrices (RACM). Updates audit software with risks and controls
Responsible for developing detailed test procedures based on risk assessments. Demonstrates critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems
Executes test procedures. Demonstrates flexibility in prioritizing/completing tasks and communicating potential conflicts to leadership
Analyzes transactions, records, reports, and existing documentation to determine the adequacy of controls and assess the effectiveness of processes and/or activities
Determines whether the Association is operating in a safe and sound manner and is in compliance with federal regulations and internal policies/procedures
Documents and reports review findings timely. Prepares supporting documentation and formal reports of all audits, including recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions. Creates high quality deliverables using appropriate business and technical language
Assists the CAE in development and maintenance of an Internal Audit Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP)
Prepares exception trackers and verify management’s timely remediation of unsatisfactory conditions
Supervise engagement operations, making sure quality work is performed, within budget and on time. Able to manage multiple engagements/tasks and deadline driven
Demonstrates flexibility in prioritizing/completing tasks and communicating potential conflicts to leadership
Reviews work of team members for quality, accuracy, and relevance. Coaches/develops people by sharing knowledge with team members and helping them attain experiences
Scopes out audits and prepares planning documentation
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or Business Administration
Generally, three to five years of experience in audit (internal or external prior consulting experience with a Big 4 firm, large financial institution, or large public accounting firm) and/or credit review
Advanced knowledge of business processes, financial reporting, and information technology risks, processes and controls
Advanced knowledge of Corporate Governance and Sarbanes Oxley Act's regulations and requirements
Ability to create high quality deliverables using appropriate business and technical language
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel. Working knowledge of SharePoint
Knowledge of current and emerging auditing technologies/tools such as AuditBoard, Workiva, ACL, IDEA, or other data analytics/mining software
Advanced knowledge of COSO framework, CoBIT and/or other leading business and information technology control frameworks
Competency performing regulatory research and able to summarize relevant requirements
Ability to identify regulatory compliance gaps within internal guidance (policies and procedures)
Use tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends. Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice
Use straightforward communication (verbal and written), in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others
Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments, and perspectives. Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships
May require up to 20% travel
Preferred
At least one certification – CIA, CPA, or CISA (preferred). CFE or CRMA (in lieu of preferred) or others as designated and offered by Internal Audit governing bodies and with the approval of the CAE
Benefits
Medical insurance with dental and vision care options
401 (k) with significant employer matching
Paid time off, holidays and volunteer time to support work/life balance
Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities
Student loan reimbursement
Leadership and career development opportunities
Paid parental leave and short term disability
Fun and inclusive work environment
Company
Horizon Farm Credit
Horizon Farm Credit provides agriculture, home and land loan services.
Funding
Current Stage
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2026-01-06
Horizon Farm Credit
2025-09-04
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