VP, Internal Audit Manager - Banc of California

Banc of California, Inc. (NYSE: BANC) is a bank holding company headquartered in Los Angeles with one wholly-owned banking subsidiary, Banc of California (the “bank”). Banc of California is one of the nation’s premier relationship-based business banks focused on providing banking and treasury management services to small-, middle-market, and venture-backed businesses. Banc of California offers a broad range of loan and deposit products and services through more than 70 full-service branches throughout California and in Denver, Colorado, and Durham, North Carolina, as well as full-stack payment processing solutions through its subsidiary, Deepstack Technologies. The bank is committed to its local communities by supporting organizations that provide financial literacy and job training, small business support, affordable housing, and more.

Job Summary

The Vice President (VP), Internal Audit Manager reports to the Senior Vice President (SVP), IA Director. The VP, IA Manager is responsible for the overseeing and assisting with various internal audit engagements in order to achieve the successful completion of the Internal Audit plan. The VP, Internal Audit Manager performance audit assurance of the effectiveness and sustainability of processes and controls and identifies opportunities to strengthen internal controls and mitigate risks. The VP, IA Manager also monitors management’s remediation efforts to address any identified concerns, which includes conducting follow-up testing of related action plans

• Supervise and perform audit engagements and activities  ranging from moderate to high complexity to support the successful achievement of the department’s goals and objectives
• Oversee and participate in the planning, execution, and reporting of audit engagements, including the scope, quality, and timeliness of work performed
• Supervise, review, and manage the work of others, including third party, co-sourced resources, by following and enforcing audit policy, standards, and procedures
• Effectively communicate with the  Chief Internal Audit Officer, , Internal Audit Directors, and management of audit engagement progress, testing exceptions, and emerging risk issues in a timely manner
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with business and risk management, including serving as the key point person during audits
• Together with the Internal Audit Director, monitor and verify/validate issue remediation plans have been effectively implemented
• Participate in the Internal Audit Risk Assessment process and Internal Audit Plan development process and Continuous Monitoring activities
• Prioritize daily responsibilities and prepare routine project status reports, as requested. Demonstrate the ability to self-direct and work with a sense of urgency
• Maintain audit independence and objectivity in all assignments and adhere with all organizational and professional ethics standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Banc of California is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), denial of Family and Medical Care Leave, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, marital status, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, national origin (including language use restrictions), race, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact Talent Acquisition Partner.

• Demonstrate a broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in internal auditing standards plus a working knowledge of disciplines related to auditable areas
• Supervisory and project management experience commensurate with the responsibilities of the role
• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, and productive work atmosphere
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Effective analytical and organization skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and handle matters independently
• Strong proficiency with PC applications (MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) with a general understanding of data analysis techniques
• Commitment to professional development through relevant continuing education programs

Required:

• At least eight years of demonstrated successful experience in auditing, five or more of which are in internal audit
• Five years of experience in the financial services industry
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience

Preferred:

Audit certification such as Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or Certified Public Accountant

Salary Range: $111,000.00 - 155,000.00 USD;  Final salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with geographic/market data.