Audit Lead

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

We invite you to view the opportunity below.

The Audit Lead is responsible for taking a supervisory role in the completion of financial, operational and compliance audit projects assigned in designated areas, including Financial, Commercial, Retail, Technology, Operations, Trust, Compliance, etc. Provide objective risk centric assurances with respect to the effectiveness of risk management practices, governance processes and the system of internal controls. Responsibilities include independently identifying and documenting risks, controls, processes and systems in the Audit Planning Analysis (APA) document. Required to supervise and review the work of auditors to ensure that audit workpapers meet the stated audit objectives, internal controls are adequately working and designed properly. Required to have the ability to lead multiple projects at one time, be a self-starter and self-directed. Must exhibit advanced knowledge of audit requirements, strong communication skills, negotiation skills and must incorporate fact and intuition in decision making. Required to foster and maintain proactive client relationships with management relating to the designated business line.

This person will also:

• Have the ability to independently scope, plan, conduct and report on assigned audits.

• Perform audit testing including interviews, data extraction and analysis, process design assessment and evaluation of internal control efficiency and effectiveness.

• Assist in the facilitation of the completion of audits in a timely manner.

• Responsible for staying abreast of laws, emerging risks, rules and regulations impacting assigned audit projects and partnering with Risk Management to ensure the business risks are properly identified and mitigated within the business lines, and ensuring that the changes are incorporated into the independent assessment process performed by Corporate Audit Services.

• Determine that audit staff and senior auditor came to appropriate conclusions based on detailed review or testing.

• Adhere to audit standards and Human Resources Policies.

• Develop and design tests of internal controls in support of the annual audit plan and company goals and objectives.

• Supervise assigned staff in accordance with Human Resources Policies, including performance evaluations and training.

• Establish and maintain contact with officers and staff as needed within the assigned business lines regarding audit activities.

• Build a strong understanding of the various areas under review and develop a comprehensive understanding of the audit process.

• Foster high performance culture and maintain a positive filter on all interactions within the department, consultants and auditees.

• Contribute to a high performance culture and maintain a positive attitude on all interactions with department colleagues, consultants and auditees.

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships throughout the organization.

• Manage / maintain TeamMate Centralized Issue Tracking (CIT) system for assigned issues. Work with senior management on status updates for outstanding issues related to regulatory and audit findings. Perform / oversee issue validation work to ensure appropriate testing supports closure of issues.

• Assist Audit Management in gathering requested materials for examinations of Corporate Audit Services.

• Maintain professional / technical knowledge and enhances personal growth by attending educational workshops in audit methodology and banking processes as well as reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies.

• Stay abreast of laws, rules and regulations impacting assigned business lines and partnering with Risk Management to ensure the business risks are properly identified and mitigated within the business lines, and ensuring that the changes are incorporated into the independent assessment process performed by Corporate Audit Services.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree. Required

Experience

• 4-7 years Financial services industry, with an emphasis on audit. Required

Licenses and Certifications

• AP-Advanced Professional Certification by start date. Preferred

• CPA - Certified Public Accountant by start date. Preferred

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. 

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. 

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community. 

• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. 

• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. 

• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.  

• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. 

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn and X. 

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.