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Deputy Chief Audit Executive

Location:
Memphis, TN
Description:

Location: On site in Memphis, TN. or New Orleans, LA. SUMMARY First Horizon Internal Audit provides independent and objective audit, advisory, and strategic assurance services to various business units or functions in support of the company's enterprise-wide audit program. The objective of these services is to provide high quality assurance, advice, and insight to help improve and ensure the company's risk management, governance, and internal control processes are adequately designed, operating effectively, and consistent with the expectations and/or requirements of the board of directors, management, and regulatory authorities.The Audit Director is responsible for overseeing the Company's independent, objective review function (Internal Audit Department) established to examine and evaluate the Company's system of internal controls. The Director leads multiple audit managers who in turn lead a team of auditors. The duties include directing a comprehensive audit program of performance and financial audit projects; providing consulting services to the organization's management and staff; providing direction for development of the Annual Audit Plan; and providing ongoing training, coaching and supervision to Internal Audit staff. The Director of Internal Audit is expected to communicate on a regular, ongoing basis with members of the Audit Committee regarding the effectiveness of the Company's control environment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides people management leadership by hiring quality talent, setting goals, developing and mentoring staff, managing employee performance and compensation decisions, promoting teamwork and handling any/all disciplinary actions, as required. Establish and manage resource levels and financial budget with the plan and use expenses consistent with the established goals and approved amounts. Build and execute strategies to maintain and increase internal audit quality and efficiency, while incorporating changes within the financial services regulatory environment and industry. Sustain professional and technical knowledge, as well as expanding knowledge, personal growth, and development through continuing professional education (CPE). Responsible for ensuring high quality of audit reports and communications. Assist and oversee manager's responsibilities for staff supervision and development. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with executive management and senior-level business unit managers, facilitate communications, resolve conflicts, and influence change. Directs the identification and evaluation of the organization's risk areas and oversees the development of the annual Audit Plan. Directs the overall performance of audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures. Proactively participate in discussion with stakeholders on Bank topics/matters and provide valuable insights on risks impacting the Banks Participate as a non-voting member or standing attendee on assigned Company Committees and Working Groups SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Directly responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating designated units or certain personnel in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; providing pay change recommendations; disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additionally, the qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required in this position: Bachelor (4-year college) degree required and advanced degree preferred 10+ years progressively responsible experience in public accounting and/or internal auditing including 7 years direct management experience Expert knowledge of auditing principles and practices Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking ability and positive public presence Demonstrated meaningful impact using broad and/or deep breath of experience and knowledge of the industry and associated emerging risks Robust understanding of internal audit workpapers and the ability to identify risk and controls and develop and execute testing plans Sound interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate with and influence key stakeholders Ability to convey complex risks and issues for a board range of audiences clearly and concisely while actively building consensus Clear understanding of regulatory expectations in the execution of audit work, issue validation, MRA validation, and the response to regulatory inquiries. Strong skills in conflict resolution, auditor's judgment, risk-based auditing, and sound decision-making. Experience working with external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and external auditors. COMPUTER AND OFFICE EQUIPMENT SKILLS Microsoft Office suite TeamMate+ (Preferred) CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (Ex: CPA, Series 6 or 7 license, etc) Required CPA, CIA, CISA or other relevant certifications or ability to obtain within 24 months of hire. About Us First Horizon is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. With $81.7 billion in assets as of December 31, 2023, we serve clients through a team of approximately ~7,300 associates and ~418 banking centers throughout the southeastern United States. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. Benefit Highlights * Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision* HSA with company match* Maternity and parental leave* Tuition reimbursement* Mentor program* 401(k) with 6% match* More -- FirstHorizon.com/First-Horizon-National-Corporation/Careers/Our-Benefits Corporate Diversity Commitment: We remain committed to creating a more equitable society, and that starts with our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. We do this by elevating equity, providing capital and counsel, and committing to excellence in everything we do. Follow Us Facebook X formerly Twitter LinkedIn Instagram YouTube Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)PDN-9b66d895-10b6-4068-96e0-86b9fcb4952d
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