Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HTH) is a Texas-based diversified financial holding company specializing in banking, mortgage origination, and financial advisory through its wholly owned subsidiaries, PlainsCapital Bank, PrimeLending, and HilltopSecurities.
Hilltop Holdings is currently looking to hire an Audit Manager.
Job Summary
The Audit Manager organizes, plans, and directs periodic reviews of various financial and operational internal audits, as well as Sarbanes-Oxley compliance. Develops and executes comprehensive audit programs that are responsive to the operational and financial risks across corporate activities, primarily those relating to Hilltop Holdings. Supervises, manages, and develops a senior auditor, including providing detailed and timely feedback based on results of work reviewed to help develop and grow the senior auditor to their fullest performance potential. Assists team in learning to evaluate internal controls, operations, policies and procedures, and administrative functions for efficiency and effectiveness.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee and/or conduct audits of assigned areas by verifying proper functioning of internal controls, compliance with corporate policy and regulatory guidance, and other operating procedures
Make decisions regarding the audit planning, scoping and approach. Responsible for managing the deadlines, activities and budgets of team on assigned projects
Directly supervise employees while overseeing assigned function(s). Detail review supervised employee's work to ensure they obtained and analyzed audit evidence as a basis for an informed, objective, and independent opinion on the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of the overall control or compliance system being reviewed
Prepare or oversee the preparation of audit findings, presenting any irregularities or exceptions to Director of Internal Audit and/or Chief Audit Executive. Prepare written audit reports expressing conclusion on the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of (a) the system of internal controls, and (b) corporate and regulatory compliance efforts
Work with and assist external auditors or regulators as requested to expedite their exams and audits
Actively seek and maintain professional certifications (see below)
Complete administrative tasks as assigned, including monthly status report updates and various department management report compilation
Participate in development of annual audit plan, and complete or update periodic risk assessments.
Other duties and assignments as necessary.
Job Requirements
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
Must be able to commute to Republic Center @ 325 N. St. Paul Street, Dallas, without the need for relocation assistance.
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
5 to 7 years of previous experience in public accounting, internal audit, or related field. Previous lead, supervisory, or management experience preferred.
Public accounting and/or financial services industry experience is preferred.
Certifications desired (one or a combination): Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor (other certifications will be evaluated in light of applicability to anticipated job duties). Must be willing to meet department certification requirements and must maintain certifications.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required
Excellent PC skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word, with adaptability to specialized programs for risk management and others in use by Internal Audit
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences alike.
Excellent time management, organizational and problem-solving skills
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company