Internal Audit Control Manager

Note: This is an individual contributor role. Internal audit and audit compliance experience from the banking and mortgage service industries are required.

The Internal Audit Control Manager - Compliance Subject Matter expert is primarily accountable for ensuring adequate and appropriate audit coverage of federal/state/GSE requirements applicable to the organization by maintaining the compliance matrix and providing input to the audit plan and advice to audit teams regarding consumer compliance regulatory applicability. The Manager supports Cenlar's quality control/risk management statement to reduce compliance and operational exposures. Additionally, this role performs compliance testing using sampling studies of operating practices and testing that internal controls and procedures are being followed.

Responsibilities:
Maintains and update the regulatory compliance matrices including Federal, State and GSE requirements via a quarterly update process
Provides compliance expertise on internal audits and projects as assigned
Provides compliance expertise in conjunction with validation projects/activities as assigned
Assists audit teams to identify compliance coverage applicable to audits as assigned
Develops test steps for regulatory requirements as assigned
Completes reviews of regulatory audit findings as assigned
Attend regulatory compliance change management meetings to stay updated on Compliance Department activities
Provide compliance training to department staff
Provide meaningful recommendations to audit procedures and programs
Participate in the annual risk assessment process
Contribute to completion of annual audit plan for assigned areas
Supports in special projects as directed by management
On an as needed basis, oversees audit engagements covering the business including risk assessment, audit planning, audit testing, control evaluations, report drafting and follow up and verification of issue closure ensuring compliance with corporate policies, regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices
Establishes strong working relationships with business process owner / management
Works closely with audit colleagues in the early identification of emerging control issues and reporting them timely to Audit and business management
Assists in the development of other team members
Assists in performing ongoing analysis of risk trends ensuring appropriate audit coverage
Stays up-to-date with evolving regulatory changes and market events impacting the business
Assists in developing / implementing automation to streamline the audit process
Assists other team members through development of enhanced analytics / diagnostic reports / tools
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, including but not limited to compliance and operational risk. Demonstrate consideration for Cenlar's reputation as well as our clients, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required; advanced degree and/or certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, CRCM, CAMS, MBA, etc.) preferred. Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) certification is recommended
7+ years of relevant or related experience required
Strong understanding of regulatory processes, operations and activities, and requirements of a mortgage servicing company
Strong knowledge of compliance risk management concepts, data, frameworks, systems, methods, and good governance practice
Strong understanding of Mortgage Servicing, QA/QC, or Risk Management experience
Strong project management skills coordinating assignments, tracking/monitoring progress, and reporting on status
Strong management skills to evaluate opportunities with process improvement within department for area of responsibility and demonstrated ability to facilitate change
Self-motivated, with capacity to effectively analyze risk and proactively identify issues
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex and sensitive issues to business management in a persuasive manner
Proven ability to build strong relationships with business, desire to learn quickly, be flexible, and think strategically
Proven ability to multitask and assess and change priorities
Ability to work well individually and in teams, share information, support colleagues, and encourage participation
Must possess strong attention to detail and have the ability to make sound, independent decisions based on functional expertise and experience
Excellent analytical ability, PC skills, including Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint, MS Project, Power Point, Visio
Strong ability to adapt to a rapidly changing work environment
Strong time management, problem solving, and written and oral communication skills
Ongoing professional development to include 40 hours per year of continuing education, as approved by the Vice President of Internal Audit

Total Rewards:

At Cenlar, you'll receive an outstanding benefits package that includes paid medical, dental, and life insurance, 401(k), and tuition assistance as well as opportunities for training and professional advancement.

Cenlar is a drug-free workplace and an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer M/F/D/V/SO.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $97,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Work from home
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
No travel

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:
Internal audits: 3 years (Required)
Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:
Yardley, PA 19067 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:
Yardley, PA 19067: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Yardley, PA 19067