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Velera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service.
The Opportunity:
The Senior Internal Auditor assists in performing and managing internal audit assignments throughout the company, working independently or under the supervision of Audit Management (Internal Audit Manager, the SVP of Internal Audit or working as part of the audit team of VELERA’s co-sourced Internal Audit partners). The incumbent will work as part of an audit team to conduct audits, evaluate risks, test controls, and review processes related to financial data and systems, internal controls, department procedures, and compliance with regulatory rules and company policies. The incumbent will assist with tracking of open audit findings and facilitate response generation, information gathering, testing evidence, and escalation of prior findings with the Audit Management. There will be exposure to senior management throughout the organization. Senior auditors will assist and support less experienced staff and may work closely with management and staff from third party organizations providing internal audit support.
Day In The Life:
Perform internal risk assessments under the direction of SVP of Internal Audit.
Planning internal audits by understanding organization objectives, structure, policies, processes, internal controls, and external regulations; identifying risk areas; preparing audit scope and objectives.
Interpreting regulations as they pertain to information systems, platforms, and IT operating processes, practices and procedures.
Evaluating information technology (IT) infrastructure, data flows/processes, and operating procedures in accordance with established standards oIdentification of key controls, control design, and/or control deficiencies through the development of risks and controls matrix, including the reliability and effectiveness of internal information systems controls.
Creating process documentation, including process narratives and flow charts, to assist with audit planning and execution.
Creating audit program and testing procedures at the entity, process, transaction or application levels, including assessing controls and potential risks.
Assessing risks and internal controls by identifying areas of non-compliance; evaluating manual and automated processes; identifying process weaknesses and inefficiencies and technical issues.
Maintaining open communication with management - communicates audit progress and findings by providing information in status meetings; highlighting unresolved issues; reviewing working papers; preparing final audit reports.
Partnering with internal clients to define action plans for deficiencies identified.
Preparing and presenting reports that reflect audit’s results and document process.
Assisting Audit Management and co-sourced internal audit partner to coordinate and schedule audit meetings.
Monitor management’s completion of the actions agreed upon in the remediation process; escalate, support, and provide support when needed or requested by Audit Management.
Prepare and/or review Audit reports and mange revisions.
Assist business owners in defining gaps or process deficiencies and associated action plans for remediation.
Determine and recommend improvements during implementation of IT system changes or upgrades.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology and/or business or related field required.
Currently holds an audit professional certification, such as CPA, CIA or CISA or equivalent audit credentials.
Required to hold an audit certification(s) as condition of continued employment.
Five (5) years related work experience in auditing (public accounting or internal audit experience) required.
Two (2) years’ experience working in another functional area such as accounting, risk management, IT, or other business or operational position preferred.
Experience with payment systems and financial services related to the credit/debit card industry preferred.
About Velera
At Velera , inclusion isn’t an initiative – it’s how we work. Guided by a people‑helping‑people philosophy, we cultivate a culture where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to do their best work. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering meaningful connection across our teams. Through a remote‑first, flexible environment, we prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing and belonging so individuals and teams can collaborate to thrive. Together, we’re shaping a new era of secure, innovative solutions for the clients and communities we serve. Learn more about what it’s like to work at Velera .
Pay Equity
$84,900.00 - $108,200.00 - $131,600.00 of salary range
The anticipated hiring range for this position is typically between the minimum and midpoint of the posted salary range; however, actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills and qualifications, education, internal equity, and overall business and budget considerations. Velera is committed to providing competitive compensation that reflects both individual role and responsibilities, individual performance, and market.
Great Work/Life Benefits!
Competitive wages
Medical with telemedicine
Dental and Vision
Basic and Optional Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Maternity, Parental, Family Care
Community Volunteer Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
Company Paid Disability Insurance
401k (with employer match)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Supplemental Insurance
Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness program
Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions
Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.
Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following "EEO is the Law" Poster . Velera 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 legal duty to furnish information.
Velera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here .
This role is currently not eligible for sponsorship.
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