Audit Manager - Remote

Who We Are:
Southern Bancorp is more than a bank. As a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), a special certification designated for institutions that serve predominantly underserved communities, Southern Bancorp combines traditional banking and lending services with financial development tools and public policy advocacy to help families and communities grow stronger. Inspired by the principle that building net worth drives economic opportunity, our mission is to be wealth builders for everyone in the communities we serve, with a focus on low-wealth and un(der)banked populations, as well as an emphasis on Black and Brown individuals.

Job Summary:
The Internal Audit Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing audit engagements while ensuring compliance with banking regulations and internal policies. This role requires strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills to effectively assess risks, improve internal controls, and provide strategic insights to senior management.

This remote position is only open to candidates residing in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, or Texas.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement risk-based audit plans to evaluate financial, operational, and compliance risks within the organization.
• Mentor audit staff and manage staff audit assignments.
• Review audit findings and prepare comprehensive reports with actionable recommendations tailored to banking operations, including executive presentations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance internal control systems.
• Ensure audits are completed within established timeframes and budgets.
• Stay current with changes in banking regulations, accounting principles, and audit best practices.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Support external auditors during the financial audit

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required with five to six years’ audit experience in a banking or financial services environment, including experience leading audits.
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor required.
• Strong knowledge of auditing and accounting standards (GAAP, IPPF) and banking regulatory compliance (Federal Reserve, FDIC, Basel III, FDICIA, etc.).
• Proficiency in audit software (Teammate), banking systems, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools and techniques for fraud detection and risk assessment.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with banking stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Must possess and maintain a current and valid driver’s license and vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage.
• Ability for overnight travel.

Physical Demand & Work Environment: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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What we offer our employees:

A positive impact on your future:

• 401(k)/Roth plan with immediate eligibility and employer match up to 6%
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Discounted rate on primary home mortgage
• Credit and housing counseling, as well as free financial education tools available to customers and employees

Benefits to improve your health:

• No deductible medical insurance plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts

The opportunity to nurture your well-being:

• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Bonus plan
• Opportunity for merit raises
• Employee reward and recognition programs
• Community service opportunities

Southern Bancorp is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As a Community Development Financial Institution, Southern Bancorp desires its workforce to reflect the diversity of the customers and communities that we serve. Racial and ethnic minorities, people from working-class backgrounds, women, and LGBTQ people are often underrepresented in many financial service industry professions. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.