Internal Control Specialist in Memphis, TN at Vaco

Job Description

Vaco Financial is seeking candidates for the following Internal Control Specialist position.


Primary Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with Company management and key business partners to evaluate procedures and identify relevant control points
• Develop and maintain effective internal control frameworks that clearly define responsibilities of all related parties
• Coordinate with the internal audit department to evaluate audit findings and act as liaison with management to assist with remediation, and adjustment of control design
• Evaluate information obtained through prospective vendor due diligence and ongoing reviews in order to assess the adequacy of controls and procedures in place
• Assist in investigations into control-related concerns, when necessary, acquiring, analyzing and evaluating relevant evidence
• Assist the Risk and Controls Officer in the identification of risks inherent in the Company's payment and processing solutions
• Work with the applicable parties to implement and monitor internal controls designed to mitigate risks

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or similar discipline
• Three or more years of experience in internal and/or external auditing
• Relevant certification preferred (e.g., CIA, CPA, CMA,CFE, etc.)
• Banking industry experience preferred
• System & Organization Controls ("SOC") report knowledge/experience preferred
• Payment Card Industry ("PCI") knowledge/experience preferred
• Skilled in use of MS Office suite, and ability to easily adapt to and utilize new technologies

Key Competencies:

• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Ability to manage and adapt to changing priorities
• Meticulous attention to detail, with the ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Sound independent judgement
• Excellent interpersonal skills