Compliance Audit Manager

MUST HAVE: 5-7 years of Prior Banking Compliance and/or Consumer Protection regulation experience required. MUST HAVE: Compliance Risk and Compliance Manager (CRCM) or Prior experience working with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regulators and regulations. MUST HAVE: Sound professional judgment, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills. (CIA, CRCM, CERP or other relevant professional designation preferred) Salary: Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location. Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Compliance Audit Manager. The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $120,000 depending on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location. Hybrid and fully remote options available. The Compliance Audit Manager is a leadership position within the Internal Audit organization that reports directly to the Chief Audit Executive. This position is responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining the Compliance Internal Audit Program. This individual is responsible for understanding the vast array of consumer protection regulations applicable to the Bank and for developing an audit plan to assess the associated risk. The Compliance Audit Manager will manage a combination of internal or external staff in addition to performing a certain level of testing themselves to ensure the appropriate issues are identified and the Compliance Audit Plan is completed in a timely manner. Primary Responsibilities • Develop and implement a Compliance risk assessment methodology to identify key banking compliance and consumer protection risks. • Coordinate with the Director of Internal Audit to develop a Compliance Audit Plan. • Build and nurture relationships with key members of management to promote internal audit involvement and to serve as a resource without compromising objectivity. • Participate in an advisory capacity in project teams elsewhere in the Bank, including systems or operational implementation projects, working committees, and other special projects. • Manage any third-party vendor resources engaged to perform compliance audit testing. • Assist in ensuring that department processes are carried out in accordance with the IIA International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. • Assist in reporting on audit activities to the Board of Directors on a regular basis. • Manage documentation and testing of Bank processes and systems in scheduled audits and other projects. Review and approve audit workpapers. Perform and oversee testing. Ensure that audit objectives are met. Shape issues noted and draft or review written recommendations. Ensure an informative written report on audit scope and results are issued on each audit. • Oversee follow-up efforts to ensure adequate remediation of issues noted prior to closure. Assist in managing the Bank’s open issues listing, which contains not only internal audit issues but also those identified by external auditors, regulators, and others. • Assist in leading the Internal Audit team, including setting strategy, enhancing departmental processes, initiating internal improvements, role modeling desired approach, and acting as a change agent. • Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company. • Responsible for upholding Fair and Responsible Banking practices and Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines. • Perform other duties as assigned. Education / Experience • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting, Economics, Finance, MIS, Law or other relevant field or have 10 plus years of relevant industry experience • Minimum 7 years’ experience in Audit or Internal Audit • Prior Banking Compliance and/or Consumer Protection regulation experience required • Prior experience working with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regulators and regulations • CIA, CRCM, CERP or other relevant professional designation • Sound professional judgment, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills • Strong knowledge of Banking regulatory compliance and/or Consumer protection requirements • Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills • Ability to develop appropriate testing methodologies to achieve credible results, and ability to accurately interpret results • Ability to assess processes and systems and to create and promote practical recommendations for improvement • Ability to proactively determine priorities, plan, organize, and follow through timely on responsibilities • Ability to supervise and mentor staff members • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and objectivity • Ability to travel to other locations regularly • Prefer prior experience managing staff and/or external audit resources Sunflower Bank Benefits Employees enjoy outstanding benefits, including: • 401(k) Plan with 6% Match • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance • Company-paid Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement • Fitness Reimbursement • Paid Time Off • Volunteer Leave • Paid Holidays • Plus many more employee perks & incentives! People choose to “bank” with us, but for those we serve, we’re more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives and we know that starts with our team. If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers. You’ve never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank! EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets Open until filled; early application encouraged. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days. If you are a California resident, you may be entitled to certain rights regarding your personal information, which is information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked with a particular California resident or household. Additional information about our data collection practices and location specific notices is available on our privacy policy. MUST HAVE: 5-7 years of Prior Banking Compliance and/or Consumer Protection regulation experience required. MUST HAVE: Compliance Risk and Compliance Manager (CRCM) or Prior experience working with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regulators and regulations. MUST HAVE: Sound professional judgment, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills. (CIA, CRCM, CERP or other relevant professional designation preferred) Salary: Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location. Apply Job!