Job Title:

Senior Data Analytics Auditor

Location:

CityScape

What you'll do:

As a Senior Data Analytics Auditor, you will support Internal Audit teams in the development and delivery of data analytics supporting audits, continuous monitoring, continuous auditing and testing of controls; help prepare department reporting (management and board); annual audit plan; and support the long-term data strategy of the department. You will:
• Advance the use of computer assisted audit techniques (CAATs) and data analytics by the department
• Collaborate with audit teams to identify CAATs and data analytic opportunities and design, develop, and deliver analytics in support of the department’s annual plan, continuous monitoring, continuous auditing, and audit engagement processes
• Assist in the preparation of department reporting to executive management and the board
• Support the design and automation of key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics including: performing analysis; developing reports

What we are looking for:

What you will do:

• Supports the Sr. Audit Director, Associate Audit Director and Audit Supervisor and audits teams with audits, continuous auditing, and reporting across the organization, department, and board via assignments and/or projects. 
• Using analytic (Alteryx), visualization (Tableau), audit software (Wdesk/Workiva), and other analytical and visualization tools and platforms;  assist audit teams in leveraging and understanding data in the evaluation of the design and operating effectiveness of higher risk/complex controls to established policies & procedures as well as regulatory guidance per audit methodology. 
• As assigned; support department reporting to executive management and the board, design and automation of key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics
• Complies with department annual training requirements and proactively drafts and discusses performance goals with manager.  Attends and participates in team, peer and one-on-one meetings.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in related field such as Internal Audit, Risk Management, and/or regulatory compliance, or similar
• 2+ years of direct, related experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance
• Knowledge of general banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices
• Experience in the development of Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) and data analytics and knowledge of supporting approaches and tools (Access, SQL, etc.)
• Experience developing or supporting Key Performance Indicators (KPI), data analysis, and reporting
• Process improvement experience and orientation
• Knowledge of internal control analysis and risk assessment methodologies, COSO framework, Institute of Internal Auditor  standards, FRB Supervisory Letter 13-1 standards, GAAP, and/or Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Entry level time management and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills, especially speaking and listening skills (ex: customer service roles)

One of the following certifications is preferred: Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or other audit, risk, or analytics designation

Benefits you’ll love:
We offer all the important things you'd want — like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!

About the company:

Western Alliance Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation. Alliance Bank of Arizona, Alliance Association Bank, Bank of Nevada, Bridge Bank, First Independent Bank, and Torrey Pines Bank are divisions of Western Alliance Bank; Member FDIC.  AmeriHome Mortgage is a Western Alliance Bank company.

Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to equal employment and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, nation origin, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetic information. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process and/or need an alternative method of applying, please email [email protected] or call 602-386-2488.  When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue.  We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests that involve a reasonable accommodation in the application process.

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