Purpose/Objective: Internal auditing is an independent, objective
assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an
organization's operations. It helps the organization accomplish its
objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate
and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and
governance processes. Auditors ensure that the organization is held
accountable to its stakeholders and shareholders. As such, internal
auditors are key to the organization?s success. The Staff Auditor II is
responsible for completing financial, operational, and compliance
audits; identifying inadequate, inefficient, or ineffective internal
controls; and ensuring compliance with policies, procedures and all
applicable laws and regulations. Position assists in the preparation of
auditing work papers and draft reports. In this role, the Staff Auditor
II provides general guidance to other Staff Auditors on daily tasks and
may be responsible for assisting Senior Auditors in leading lower to
moderate risk audits. This position requires discretion and tact in
handling confidential and sensitive information relating to overall
Berkshire Hills Bancorp policies and operations, specific divisions and
departments, personnel, and/or clients. The Staff Auditor II must remain
independent from management and operational duties while exercising
significant professional judgment regarding the interpretation of issues
and requirements in an environment of change and complexity. Key
Accountabilities: Examine, analyze and test records, reports, and other
documentation to ensure compliance with policies and procedures and to
ensure appropriate controls are in place and working in a manner to
mitigate inherent operational and financial risk within the audited
area. Assess and evaluate whether the organization?s policies and
procedures support ethical operations and whether there are processes in
place to mitigate any threats and risks to the organization?s integrity
and ethical reputation. Assess internal controls to identify potential
weaknesses and areas of non-compliance. Prepare detailed and thorough
audit workpapers that fully support the conclusion reached, including
reporting audit observations, and recommending corrective action.
Prepare first day letters, planning memos or other workpaper
documentation and samples. Communicate audit results to management
through a written observation summary and assist with drafting the audit
report. Participate and present at audit exit meetings with management.
Acts as a mentor to Staff Auditor I and lower-level staff. Assist the
Senior Auditors in performing audit work and determining the appropriate
scope of testing. Participate in department walk-throughs and assist in
performing SOX control testing as necessary. Perform other internal
audit clerical duties as needed. Ensures compliance with all banking
laws, rules, regulations, and prescribed policies/practices/procedures
necessary to reduce risk and uphold ethical standards related to and
required by one?s duties. Education: Degree from an accredited
college or university in a related field (Accounting, Finance, Business
Management, etc.) is preferred and/or the ability to demonstrate related
work experience without a degree in a related field. Experience: 5+
years in banking, accounting, finance, internal/external audit, risk
management, compliance, and/or information systems is required. Skills
& Knowledge: Strong analytical and organizational skills. Working
knowledge of computer programs such as Word, Excel, and Access. Strong
written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of internal controls,
financial terminology and bank documentation requirements. Ability to
communicate with various levels of staff and management. Ability to
manage scheduling and deadlines.