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Auditor

Associated Bank - Corp
parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Illinois
Apr 24, 2025

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

Responsible for the performance of assigned financial, operational and compliance audit projects within the Wealth Management and Human Resources areas. Required to independently execute and document audits as well as act as a resource for auditors to ensure audit execution is in accordance with department standards as outlined in the Corporate Audit Services Manual and other professional standards. This includes evaluating, testing and assessing the adequacy, design and operating effectiveness of the control environment. Duties also include progressive responsibility for audit planning by assisting in documenting the risks, controls, processes, and systems. Through detailed test work and planning, identify matters that contribute to internal control risks e.g. compliance, operational, financial, etc.; and works with audit management and the business line to remediate those risks. Required to maintain positive client relationships with business line colleagues throughout the process.

Job Accountabilities

* Audit Performance

Independently perform audit activities including inquiry, testing and observation towards completion of audit projects. Through inquiry and testing, analyze and discuss with audit management and the business line the effectiveness of internal control practices. Work in collaboration with the Senior Auditor / Audit Manager in the preparation of written communications with the business lines including Points for Discussion (proper identification of root cause and exposure), development of recommendations, and drafting audit reports and other correspondence. Assist the Senior Auditor / Audit Manager in the planning of audit projects through the effective assessment of inherent and residual risks, and through the analysis of financial performance, significant initiatives, fraud and operational losses and issues within the designated audit projects. Responsible for staying abreast of laws, emerging risks, rules and regulations impacting assigned audit projects and partnering with Risk Management to ensure the business risks are properly identified and mitigated within the business lines, and ensuring that the changes are incorporated into the independent assessment process performed by Corporate Audit Services. Exercise solid judgment to conclude on test work performed. Adhere to audit standards and

Human Resources Policies.

* Supervision and Coaching
Coach and mentor staff in the documentation and analysis of key business controls, risk identification and mitigation.

* Collaboration/Partnerships
Establish and maintain contact with officers and staff as needed within the assigned business lines regarding audit activities. Foster high performance culture and maintain a positive filter on all interactions within the department, consultants and auditees. Contribute to a high performance culture and maintain a positive attitude on all interactions with department colleagues, consultants and auditees. Develop and maintain positive working relationships throughout the organization.

* Centralized Issue Tracking
Perform issue validation work to ensure appropriate testing supports closure of issues.

* Other
Assist Audit Management in gathering requested materials for examinations of Corporate Audit Services.

* Professional Development
Maintain professional / technical knowledge and enhances personal growth by attending educational workshops in audit methodology and banking processes as well as reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies. Research laws, rules and regulations impacting designated audit projects to ensure the risk of noncompliance is considered as part of the test script the business risks are properly identified and mitigated within the business lines, and ensure that the changes are incorporated into the independent assessment process performed by Corporate Audit Services. Build a strong understanding of the various areas under review and develop a comprehensive understanding of the audit process.

Education
Bachelor's Degree Required

Experience
1-3 years Progressive Audit Required

Licenses and Certifications
AP-Advanced Professional Certification within 2 years Required
Other CPA / CIA within 2 years Preferred

Note: This position can be hired at multiple levels. We will assess applicants based on their skills and years of relevant experience.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.

  • Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.

  • Paid time off to volunteer in your community.

  • Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focusedColleague Resource Groups.

  • Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.

  • Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave,anemployee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.

  • Personal banking, loan, investmentand insurance benefits.

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest.Join our community onFacebook,LinkedInandX.

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank's anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contactleavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.comif you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action andEqual Opportunity Employer. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify NoticeEnglish or Spanish. Know Your Right to WorkEnglishorSpanish.

Associated Bank isPay Transparencycompliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

$46,130.00 - $79,080.00 per year
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