Sr Auditor

Columbia Bank; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional banking institution is seeking a Sr Auditor to perform assurance activities and assess risks across various processes. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 4-7 years in auditing, and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will help maintain high-quality standards in internal audit practices and contribute to continuous improvement. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in auditing or risk management.
• CIA, CISA, CPA, or comparable certification preferred.
• Proficient knowledge and skills in auditing, compliance, or risk management approaches.

Responsibilities

• Scope and execute assurance activities to assess risks.
• Deliver quality audit results on time and within budget.
• Maintain communication with audit clients and management.

Skills

Auditing expertise

Strong project management

Effective communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Data analytics software

Job description

Overview

Sr Auditor – Audit and Loan Review

Locations: Hillsboro, Oregon; Spokane, Washington; Tacoma, Washington; Greenwood Village, Colorado; Phoenix, Arizona

About Us

At Columbia, we create a great place to work by offering a unique brand of relationship banking and fostering a culture where associates thrive. We are dedicated to supporting our customers and communities, and we can only achieve this through the dedication of our associates.

We value Trust, Ownership, Growth, Empathy, Teamwork, Heart, Enjoyment, and Relationships, and we are eager to meet candidates who embody these core values. We are always on the lookout for results-focused individuals who can think independently, work collaboratively, and support our broader purpose.

Think of us as financial partners, because at Columbia, we believe the best way forward is together. Together for people. Together for business. Together for better.

About the Role

Effectively scope and execute a wide range of assurance activities to assess risks and controls over assigned processes. Work in agile teams to prioritize assurance work, strategic initiatives, and required tasks with flexibility to shift with department priorities. Assigned tasks, projects, and audits may report to different supervisors in a matrix team. Monitor risks and understand data trends of designated areas and provide recommendations for future coverage. Provide effective challenge to audit work products to maintain quality standards aligned to IIA and department guidance. Champion continuous improvement within processes and technology.

• Work within a team to plan, scope, and execute risk-based assurance projects. Deliver high quality results, on time, within budget expectations, and in conformity with applicable professional and regulatory standards. Formulate meaningful, well-supported audit conclusions and provide practical recommendations for areas requiring attention or corrective action.
• Offer ongoing guidance for others on audit methods and procedures, serve as a point of escalation within assurance projects and programs, and assist in prioritization of tasks.
• Continuously monitor the risk profile of assigned processes by analyzing data trends, incorporating internal and external factors, and assessing assurance activities. Document results within risk assessments and recommend changes to the multi-year audit plan as applicable.
• Maintain clear communication channels to keep audit clients and Internal Audit Management aware of progress, challenges, and issues.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with audit clients, business unit leadership, risk/compliance partners, vendors, and within the Internal Audit department. Represent Internal Audit on various project, risk, and management committees.
• Present the results of audits and special projects to Internal Audit Leadership, Executive Management, and External Auditors. Support responses to regulatory requests.
• Participate in working groups to support the Internal Audit strategic vision and priorities.
• Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on industry and regulation changes.
• Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.
• May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
• Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.
• Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.
• Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”
• May perform other duties as assigned.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, economics, auditing or risk management, information technology, mathematics or statistics, related degree or equivalent operational/technical experience, required.
• 4-7 years of experience in internal or external auditing, risk management, compliance, or related role; or combination of business/operational and auditing/risk management experience, required.
• CIA, CISA, CPA, CAMS, CFE or comparable audit, accounting, risk management, or technical certification of 12-month length, preferred.
• Requires proficient auditing or operational expertise in one or more of the following areas: Compliance, Legal, Banking Regulatory, Information Technology, Information Security, Data Analytics, Digital Banking. Enterprise Risk Management, Credit risk, Market risk, Operational risk, Model risk, Liquidity risk, and/or Sarbanes-Oxley. Broad, general knowledge of the banking and financial services industry and operations preferred.
• Proficient knowledge and skills in auditing, compliance, or risk management approaches, tools, and techniques required.
• Strong project management skills required with demonstrated ability to work as part of a high-performing team – ability to plan and organize, lead teams, shift priorities, and manage complex projects. Exposure to agile methodologies preferred.
• Effective professional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills required. Willingness and ability to develop relationships with co-workers and audit clients.
• Proven commitment to continuous learning, ability to work as part of a team using remote collaboration tools, and comfortable sharing ideas with others required.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity, strong moral compass, and continuous improvement mindset required.
• Previous bank internal auditing or external auditing experience considered preferred.
• Knowledge of banking and financial services regulatory requirements, such as FDIC, FRB, CFPB, FINRA, etc. preferred.
• Data analytics and visualization, automation, and generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) experience preferred.

Travel

Occasional

Job Location(s)

Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).

Notes

This posting is part of an evergreen requisition; we are actively seeking talent for current and upcoming opportunities in this market. While this requisition serves to build a talent pipeline, we currently have immediate openings and encourage qualified candidates to apply. We will reach out as positions become available in the following locations:

Hillsboro, OR

Tacoma, WA

Spokane, WA

Phoenix, AZ

Denver, CO

Benefits

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits. The pay range for this role is $70,000.00 - $115,000, and the pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.

We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.

Diversity & Inclusion

Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: [email protected]

Staffing & Recruiting Agencies

Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.