Internal Auditor

About This Role

The Internal Auditor assures credit union control effectiveness by performing regular internal audits utilizing a risk-based approach. This role is responsible for the overall internal audit program, including managing the risk-based audit program, focusing on control effectiveness, documenting deficiencies, and communicating within the management team. The position operates within a dual-reporting structure, reporting administratively to the Director of Compliance and Risk Management and functionally to the Supervisory Committee.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute risk-based operational, compliance, and internal control audits in accordance with the approved annual audit plan and applicable audit standards, including the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
• Manage the overall internal audit program, including a combination of internal and third-party audits
• Focus on control effectiveness and documentation of deficiencies
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations within the management team
• Assist the Director of Compliance and Risk Management with reporting to the Supervisory Committee
• Interface with regulatory agencies, including Washington State DFI and NCUA
• Identify and promote internal audit best practices by developing and maintaining up-to-date audit methods, programs, and other supporting infrastructure

Requirements

• Member Focus: Prioritizes the needs, preferences, and experiences of members (stakeholders) by delivering exceptional service, building trust, and creating value, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission to serve and support its members (stakeholders) effectively
• Instills Trust: Builds and maintains confidence and credibility with others through consistent, honest, and ethical behavior, fostering strong relationships, collaboration, and a positive organizational culture
• Cultivates Innovation: Inspires, generates, and implements creative ideas that improve processes, products, services, or organizational outcomes, reflecting a mindset focused on curiosity, experimentation, and the encouragement of fresh perspectives
• Drives Results, Purpose, and Vision: Strategically organizes and coordinates tasks, resources, and people to achieve goals effectively and efficiently, emphasizing foresight, prioritization, and collaboration to ensure alignment with organizational objectives
• Plan and Aligns: Plans, prioritizes, provides direction, and removes obstacles to keep TAPCO moving forward and meeting organizational goals

About the Company

Since 1934, TAPCO Credit Union has been guided by a simple belief: people first, always. Its mission is to make financial wellness accessible for all, focusing on belonging, meaningful connection, respect, and valuing one another.