Internal Audit Manager

Pay Range: $101,200-$126,500

Remote Eligible: Hybrid

We offer a pay-for-performance compensation program including bonuses for all employees and a competitive benefits package. See https://www.cuofco.org/careers for a high-level overview of our benefits package and bonus offerings.

General Purpose of the Position

The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Internal Audit Function and ensuring effective execution of the Credit Union’s audit plan. This role ensures alignment with the strategic direction established by the Director of Internal Audit and translates that direction into effective operational execution by managing audit activities, guiding team performance, and ensuring high-quality, risk-based audit delivery. The Internal Audit Manager will serve as a key leader within the department, providing coaching and development to audit staff, promoting consistency in audit methodologies, and supporting continuous improvement of audit processes, tools, and capabilities. This position plays a critical role in strengthening internal controls, enhancing risk management, and delivering value-added insights that support organizational objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Accountable for the execution and delivery of the annual audit plan, ensuring audits are completed timely, efficiently, and in alignment with risk-based principles

Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management for audit staff, including Supervisor, Senior Auditors, and Auditors, fostering a high-performing and accountable team environment

Oversee the end-to-end audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to internal audit methodologies and professional standards

Monitor and manage audit progress, resource allocation, and competing priorities to ensure effective and efficient delivery of audit activities

Ensure audit engagements meet established standards, regulatory expectations, internal audit methodologies, including appropriate review and approval prior to Director review

Serve as a primary point of contact for business unit management regarding audit activities, findings, and recommendations, ensuring clear communication and alignment on outcomes

Facilitate communication of audit results, ensuring findings are well-defined, supported, and include actionable and value-added recommendations

Monitor and support the timely resolution of audit findings and corrective actions, ensuring accountability and effective issue remediation

Support the Director in Supervisory Committee communications by preparing clear, risk-focused reporting on audit results, emerging risks, audit trends, while also contributing to enhancing reporting clarity, consistency, and value-added insights

Identify and escalate emerging risks, delays, or issues impacting delivery of the audit plan, including significant control concerns or trends

Promote adherence to risk-based auditing principles and applicable professional standards, including the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) framework, and drive consistency across audit activities

Support talent development through training, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to enhance technical, analytical, and professional capabilities across the audit team

Participate in workforce planning, including resource allocation, capacity management, and hiring support to ensure alignment with audit plan coverage and organizational needs

Promote and support the use of audit technology, data analytics, and automation to enhance audit efficiency, coverage, and resource management

Partner with internal stakeholders to enhance audit tools, reporting capabilities, and overall audit effectiveness

Identify opportunities for process improvement through audit insights, including systemic issues and root cause trends, and collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to drive improvements

Maintain awareness of emerging risks, regulatory changes, auditing practices, and industry trends impacting the Credit Union and incorporate considerations into audit execution and planning

Ensure audits are aligned with the Credit Union’s risk profile, organizational objectives, internal policies, and applicable regulatory requirements including adherence to federal and state regulations and the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and OFAC

Support coordination with external auditors and regulatory examiners as needed, in collaboration with the Director of Internal Audit

Support the review and enhancement of audit-related policies and procedures to ensure alignment with evolving regulations, legal requirements, and industry trends

Support fraud investigations, partnering with Risk Management and/or the People Team in reporting and coordinating with appropriate authorities, insurance providers, and management

Support special investigations or audits as directed by the Director of Internal Audit, Supervisory Committee, Board of Directors, or Senior Management

Support the Director in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) activities by contributing to risk assessments, reporting, and follow-up with stakeholders

Assists and supports Credit Union personnel and management as required

Ensure that the Credit Union's professional reputation is maintained both internally and externally

Ensures that appropriate levels of security and confidentiality are maintained

Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; plus five (5) years of auditing experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, including experience in a financial institution environment. Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience preferred. Industry certifications are preferred (CIA, CISA, CFE, CPA).

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strong knowledge of Credit Union operations, internal controls, risk management practices, and audit methodologies, including risk-based auditing and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). Proven ability to lead and develop teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality results. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization. Experience using audit tools, data analytics, and standard office software. A valid driver’s license is required for travel.

DIRECT REPORTS

Internal Audit Supervisor; Senior Internal Auditor; Internal Auditor; Product Analyst/Internal Auditor; Internal Operations Auditor

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is typically required to remain stationary for long periods and is occasionally required to lift/move or transport up to 25 pounds. Employee will need to occasionally move about inside an office to access files, mail, office machinery, etc. and constantly operates a computer and other office equipment, such as a phone, copier/printer, etc. Will need to position self to maintain computers, including under desks and in the server closet. Employee will frequently communicate with members and co-workers and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Employee will travel to visit CU location as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Core Competencies

Every position at Credit Union of Colorado is grounded in our organizational Core Values and Core Competencies. These skills and behaviors guide how we work, collaborate, and deliver results. Click here to view our Core Values and Core Competencies on Atlas.

Credit Union of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (i