Auditor I at Wintrust Financial

Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $62 billion in assets whose common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market. Guided by its “Different Approach, Better Results” philosophy, Wintrust offers the sophisticated resources of a large bank while providing a community banking experience to each customer. Wintrust operates more than 200 retail banking locations through 16 community bank subsidiaries in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market areas. In addition, Wintrust operates various non-bank business units, providing residential mortgage origination, wealth management, commercial and life insurance premium financing, short-term accounts receivable financing/outsourced administrative services to the temporary staffing services industry, and qualified intermediary services for tax-deferred exchanges. Our unique business model is a competitive strength and value driver, powered by our talented colleagues who put our customers first and achieve better results for our clients.

Why join us?

• An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 10 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years).

• Competitive pay and discretionary bonus eligible.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match, and tuition reimbursement, to name a few.

• Family-friendly work hours.

• Promote from within culture.

Why join this team?

• Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid Work Schedule – Split your time working remotely and at our Corporate Headquarters in Rosemont, IL

• Minimal travel required to banking and non-banking locations in and outside of Rosemont (Less than 10%)

• An entrepreneurial culture with opportunity for growth

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Auditor to join our team. The staff internal auditor reports directly to the manager, internal audit. In this role, we seek individuals who are willing to develop their careers at Wintrust. 

This role will work closely with the in-charge auditor, performing specific tasks during the planning, fieldwork, and reporting audit phases.The role will be responsible for supporting Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) by conducting critical control testing and conducting risk-based audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, compliance with regulations, and the accuracy of records to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to policy, procedure, and best practices.

What You’ll Do

• Execute testing according to department and IIA standards, producing clear, concise documentation that aligns with test objectives.

• Participate in process walkthroughs and document narratives and conclusions when requested.

• Maintain professional standards defined by IIA, Internal Audit Charter, and company policies.

• Contribute to the positive and team-oriented culture by maintaining cooperative relationships (assisting other project teams when necessary), facilitating the resolution of conflicts, sharing information, and accepting and providing feedback.

• Develop positive working relationships and maintain effective communication with the audit leadership team, audit team members, clients, and key stakeholders.

• Apply analytical skills to review information, assess audit results, and evaluate the adequacy of controls.

• Prepare clear and concise audit findings and recommendations for management review.

• Representing Wintrust and internal audit, along with the manager, on events and projects when asked.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university majoring in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

• 0 to 3 years of relevant audit experience in public accounting or internal audit; entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Knowledge of internal audit processes (i.e., sampling, testing, and process/control walkthroughs) and work paper documentation skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with auditing software (TeamMate+) a plus

• A relevant certification (CIA, CPA, or CFE) a plus.

Benefits

Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance

From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To be Chicago’s Bank® and Wisconsin's Bank®, we need to reflect that diversity both in all the communities we serve, the people we employ, the organizations we work with, and our banking and lending practices. Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.