Pay: $96,000.00 - $107,000.00 per year Job description: Internal Audit Manager Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Work Model: Hybrid / Work-From-Home Eligible Location: Grand Blanc / Flint, MI Area Pay Range: $102,000 - $116,000 / year Job Overview PrideStaff is seeking an experienced, strategic, and detail-oriented Internal Audit Manager on behalf of a premier regional financial institution in Mid-Michigan. In this vital leadership role, you will evaluate and strengthen the organization’s internal controls, governance, and risk management frameworks. You will oversee the execution of risk-based audit plans, direct internal audit staff, partner with co-sourced audit vendors, and report key findings directly to Executive Leadership and the Audit Committee. The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical auditing expertise, strong analytical skills, and a collaborative approach to driving organizational excellence. Key Responsibilities • Strategic Audit Planning: Develop and execute an annual risk-based internal audit plan aligned with organizational strategic goals and regulatory standards. • Audit Execution & Management: Lead, coordinate, and review comprehensive audits spanning financial reporting, internal controls, loan portfolios, member accounts, investments, and IT systems. • Reporting & Leadership Presentation: Prepare clear, thorough audit reports highlighting risks and actionable recommendations; present findings and updates directly to the Audit Committee and Senior Management. • Regulatory Compliance & Exams: Provide oversight and coordination for annual state and federal (NCUA) regulatory examinations, ensuring strict compliance with Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and industry laws. • Team Leadership & Vendor Management: Supervise and mentor internal audit staff. Manage relationships with third-party co-sourcing partners and external audit firms. • Control Evaluations & Investigations: Evaluate risk management frameworks, identify potential operational vulnerabilities, and assist with investigations into process breakdowns or internal control failures. Qualifications & Requirements • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field required. • Experience: • 3+ years of audit experience within a financial services environment. • 3 to 5 years of proven management or supervisory experience required. • Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal financial institution regulations (NCUA experience strongly preferred). • Certifications: Certified Credit Union Internal Auditor (CCUIA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent certification preferred. • Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Office and specialized internal audit software solutions. Strong knowledge of statistical sampling, risk monitoring, and earnings/liquidity data analysis. • Key Attributes: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, high discretion with confidential information, and a balance of strategic vision with hands-on technical execution. Why Apply? This role offers a key seat at the table with senior leadership, offering high visibility, a collaborative team culture, hybrid work flexibility, and a competitive compensation and full benefits package. Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance • Work from home Application Question(s): • Do you have experience managing or executing internal audits within a bank or credit union environment, specifically involving NCUA or FDIC regulatory frameworks? • Have you previously developed risk-based annual audit plans and presented findings directly to an Audit Committee or Board of Directors? • Which active certifications do you currently hold (e.g., CPA, CIA, CCUIA), and how many years of direct management/supervisory experience do you have? Work Location: Hybrid remote in Grand Blanc, MI 48439 Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $96.00 - $107.00