Principal Auditor - BECU

As the nation's largest community credit union, we begin every day focused on delivering superior financial products and services for our 1.3 million members and more than $30 billion in managed assets. Our work has an economic impact as we support our members' financial goals. We are unapologetic about being devoted to our members and the communities we serve. Our business is guided by our people helping people philosophy - which includes our team members. BECU has been in business for more than 85 years, driven by unwavering core values and a dedication to improving the communities we serve. While we have a rich history, the future of our company, accelerated by business and technology transformation, is even brighter. There's never been a better time to work for BECU. To learn more visit becu.org/careers. **PAY RANGE** The Target Pay Range for this position is $122,000.00-$149,100.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $94,500.00 - $176,500.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role. **BENEFITS** Employees and their eligible family members have access to a wide array of employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Employees have access to disability and AD&D insurance. We also offer health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, as well as health savings accounts, to eligible employees. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan and employer-funded retirement plan. Newly hired employees accrue 6.16 hours of paid time off (PTO) on a per pay period basis based on hours worked (up to a maximum of 160 PTO hours per year) and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional details regarding BECU Benefits can be found here . **IMPACT YOU'LL MAKE** As a Principal Auditor for lending and compliance audits at BECU, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our internal controls and risk management processes support the organization's strategic goals. You'll lead audit services engagements, offering insights that drive operational improvements while building strong, trust-based relationships with internal stakeholders. Your leadership will not only enhance our audit processes but also empower BECU to operate more effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with regulatory standards. **WHAT YOU'LL DO** + **Lead Risk-Based Lending and Compliance Audits:** Serve as the Auditor in Charge for lending and compliance risk-based audits to identify risks in BECU's processes, evaluating the controls used to manage those risks in relation to strategic objectives. + **Oversee Engagements:** Take primary responsibility for the lending and compliance audit engagements, including setting and monitoring time budgets, reviewing workpapers, providing feedback to the team, and finalizing audit reports. + **Build Partnerships:** Establish and maintain credible, trust-based relationships with internal stakeholders by understanding their business objectives and processes. + **Maintain Independence:** Conduct all assurance activities with an independent outlook, maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately. + **Stay Compliant:** Maintain a deep understanding of regulatory and legal requirements relevant to financial services and internal processes and ensure all activities comply with professional auditing standards. + **Make Improvement Recommendations:** Offer recommendations to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness, supporting both internal teams and Audit Services. + **Support External Examinations:** Assist state and federal examiners, as well as public accounting firm staff, in their review of BECU operations. + **Utilize Data Mining Tools:** Leverage data mining tools to enhance audit tests and improve the accuracy and efficiency of the audit process. + **Consult on Ethical Matters:** Provide advice on ethical issues, ensuring that BECU maintains high standards of integrity across its operations. + **Provide Consulting Expertise:** Offer consulting services related to risk assessment, internal controls, and process improvement opportunities, helping BECU streamline operations. + **Perform Additional Duties:** Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and the organization. This isn't just about ticking off tasks on a list. It's about making a significant, positive change in BECU's journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered. **WHAT YOU'LL GAIN** + **Leadership Opportunities:** Strengthen your leadership skills by guiding audit engagements and providing constructive feedback to your team. + **Impactful Work:** Play a critical role in improving BECU's operational efficiency and ensuring that risks are effectively managed. + **Professional Development:** Expand your expertise in auditing, internal controls, and risk management while staying current on industry standards and regulations. + **Collaborative Culture:** Work within a dynamic and supportive team that values your insights and fosters continuous improvement. + **Comprehensive Benefits:** Access a range of benefits designed to support your professional and personal well-being. **QUALIFICATIONS** **_Minimum Qualifications_** + Bachelor's degree in Business Administration required, emphasis in Accounting or Finance preferred, or equivalent work or educational experience with a professional certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA), Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required. + Minimum 7 years internal auditing experience required. Internal audit experience in a Credit Union or financial institution preferred plus a minimum of two years leading a team in internal audit engagements. + Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service, including the skill to communicate difficult or sensitive information with tact and empathy. + Proven ability to effectively solve complex problems and negotiate solutions that balance stakeholder interests while achieving desired outcomes. + Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans and manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timely delivery of objectives. **_Desired Qualifications_** + Internal audit experience in a Credit Union or financial institution preferred. **JOIN THE JOURNEY** Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions don't just fill a role but fuel the growth and success of BECU? This is more than a job - it's a chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to the robust operational landscape of BECU. Embrace the opportunity to grow with us. Apply now, bring your expertise to the table, and let's achieve excellence together at BECU. Your journey of influence, innovation, and impactful contribution starts now. #BECU #YourGrowth #BECUJourney **EEO Statement:** BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. **Job Alerts:** If you would like to be kept informed of new potential opportunities, click here (https://becu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/jobAlerts) . You will be asked to create an account if you do not already have one. From our very beginning, BECU has been about people helping people. As a financial services cooperative, our purpose has and always will be the same: we work together to best serve our members and improve the financial well-being of our community. More than 80 years and one million members later, we're still rooted in our values, practices and mission - and even more passionate about our future. As one of the nation's leading credit unions, we're not driven by profit. We're owned by our members and their interests are at the core of everything we do. Now we're growing faster than ever before--but we'll never forget our roots. To continue doing right by our members, we believe we must first do right by our people. Here, you'll receive the resources and support you need to learn, grow and build a meaningful career. Because we know it's our people who make us special.