About AgCreditOur mission at AgCredit is to create lifelong opportunities for our customers and employees by striving to be the premier cooperative lender and employer in our rural communities. Our core values focus on relationships, respect, integrity, service, accountability, teamwork and courage for our customers' and employees' success. As a cooperative agricultural lending institution, our commitment is to our customer-owners.Headquartered in Fostoria, OH, AgCredit serves over 7,000 member-owners in 15 lending offices throughout 18 counties across northwest and central Ohio. As part of the nationwide Farm Credit System, we are proud to return our profits back to our members through our patronage program. We hope you'll consider joining our experienced lending team as we continue to serve our customers, employees and communities.Director of Internal Audit, Fostoria, OH (or surrounding areas)Develops and implements audit plans for operational, accounting, financial, and regulatory compliance for the Association. This position determines the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of association operations. Directs the internal audit function and develops specific audit objectives, overall risk assessment, and audit plan. Ensures overall compliance with policy, procedure, laws, regulations, accounting standards, sound business practices and implementation of goals and objectives cited in the association business plan.Responsibilities1. Establish and lead the overall audit function for the association, including:Creating, implementing and executing an industry standard audit model with consultation from Executive Leadership and the Board of DirectorsCreating and overseeing the annual internal audit plan while setting association audit and review prioritiesPlanning the scope and objectives of internal audits and review programsManaging the day-to-day internal and external review processes2. Establish and maintain the policies and procedures for the Internal Audit activities of the association. Ensure that policies are compliant with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and FCA regulations pertaining to Internal Audit.3. Work closely with the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors toCreate, maintain and update an audit monitoring report for each internal and external audit and provide an updated report to the Audit Committee at each regularly scheduled Board meetingReport audit findings including the overall conclusion of the audit, areas of concerns, and recommendations, including management's response to those recommendations4. Act as a liaison with external parties and coordinate audit related activities with outside auditors and examiners such as: Farm Credit Administration, Ag First, HRK and PricewaterhouseCoopers and other contracted auditors/reviewers.5. Review and evaluate the ongoing progress of the audit function to ensure it is achieving established priorities, plans and goals.6. Evaluate management efforts to address audit findings and regulatory compliance across the association that are considered necessary for safe and sound operations, with appropriate reporting to the Audit Committee.7. Monitor and update the Audit Plan and Risk assessment throughout the year to ensure it considers current policies, procedures, and regulations.8. Develop the recommended annual internal audit budget which is part of the overall budget.9. Advise and consult with association departments and team members as needed and/or assigned.10. Model AgCredit's co re values and supports the association's strategies.11. Attend training programs as provided by the association relative to responsibilities.12. Any other duties as needed and as assigned by the CEO and the Audit Committee.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related discipline. Seven (7) or more years of experience in financial auditing or internal auditing with emphasis on the financial services industry. CPA and/or CIA, certification preferred.- Advanced knowledge of current audit theories and practice standards, with additional general accounting knowledge including laws, regulations, GAAP accounting principles, FCA regulations and Association and AgFirst policies and procedures- Ability to maintain effective relationships and work cooperatively with internal and external auditors, regulatory agencies, funding bank and others- Ability to lead a nd direct the work of auditors, set priorities and manage performance and expectations.- Ability to establish priorities, take initiative, work under time pressures, exercise independent judgement, use good judgement, and make sound decisions and recommendations.- Ability to follow established audit guidelines, protocols and/or instructions- Proven strong organizational, administrative and communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and concisely- Ability to establish priorities and plans, to work according to the plans but be willing and able to work with others to reset priorities and plans as circumstances dictate- Computer literacy including knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, cloud computing and data base management- Independently travel overnight to attend and arrange training sessions- Attention to details while discerning the total or bigger picture- Negotiate and exercise positive interpersonal rela tions and communication in difficult situationsBenefits Offered- Competitive compensation- Top-rated benefits program- 401k Plan with company match- Tuition reimbursement, sponsored training and career development opportunities- Generous paid time off with 11 holidays observed- Employee Assistance Program- Community Service PTO- "Dress for your day" dress codeSchedule- Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm- Open to a hybrid scheduleDiversity Statement / EEO StatementWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. AgCredit strives to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit based factor. EOE including disability/veterans.Stand Up for Agriculture! Sign up to help Farm Credit advocate for issues important to farmers, ranchers and the rural communities they call home.#J-18808-Ljbffr
