Audit Lead

Introduction

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 120 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement. Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top performing commercial bank with an exclusive focus on the U.S. and Greater China markets. With a strong foundation, and enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity, East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

Responsibilities

* Knowledge of banking operations loans/deposit and internal audit.

* Can research legislative issues, new regulations/trends and other changes in the industry environment.

* Assist with risk assessment of assigned department or functional area in established/required timeline; and assist in developing the draft annual Audit Plan

* Ability to analyze a process and to identify key risks and internal controls, identifying weaknesses in internal controls.

* Ability to develop and adjust audit program as appropriate, including identifying areas appropriate for use of data analytics and integrated audits.

* Prepare neat, concise, appropriately referenced and easy-to-follow working papers that support the procedures performed, conclusion drawn and recommendations made.

* Ability to effectively write audit reports and audit issues and communicate professionally with area management.

* Assist with follow up and timely disposition of all assigned findings in accordance with the Bank’s Issues Management Policy.

* Assist with continuous monitoring of assigned business areas to assess risk and make appropriate recommendations for adjustments to the Annual Audit Plan.

* Serves as internal consultant to departments, as requested.

* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with appropriate corporate and business unit management.

* Execute on special projects and other assignments as assigned by management.

Qualifications

* Collaborative working style with the willingness to listen to all viewpoints and weigh all facts before coming to a conclusion

* Strong communication skills in working with departmental management and staff, divisional management, and external parties

* Strong team player with ability to offer her/his opinions and yet respect the collective decision

* Good computer skills, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to multi-task

* Flexibility in work hours, locations, and working conditions

Qualifications/Experience:

* Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree is required, and industry certification(s) (e.g. CPA, CISA, CIA) is a plus.

* 5+ years of direct or comparable assurance experience.

* Working knowledge of The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) a plus.

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is USD $85,000.00/Yr. – USD $105,000.00/Yr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.