Staff Auditor I

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Staff Auditor I to join our team! This position will perform financial, operational, information technology, and regulatory compliance audits and assist with special projects.

As part of this role you will:

• Assist in planning for audit assignments using the department's established standards.
• Complete planned audits and special assignments in a high-quality manner and ensure that deviations from corporate policies and procedures, regulatory requirements, other control weaknesses, and opportunities to enhance operational efficiency are communicated to the appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Prepare work papers reflecting the results of audit assignments within the department standards.
• Recommend enhancements to internal controls to promote accurate processing of transactions, safeguarding and protection of corporate assets, prevention of fraud and ensure regulatory compliance as well as fairness of financial information.
• Perform SOX testing, as assigned.
• Effectively communicate the audit process and results to audit and line of business management.
• Monitor accounting standards and regulatory changes and perform appropriate tests to determine if operating procedures and controls are in place to ensure compliance with the new requirements.
• Develop and maintain a high level of cooperation and rapport between the internal audit department and officers and employees of the bank.

To be successful in this position, we require the following:

• Bachelor's degree (or completion within current semester) in accounting, finance, business, or a related field OR associate degree/two (2) years of college plus two (2) years of related work/military experience OR four (4) years of related work/military experience (plus additional required experience list below).
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in an analytical field.

The following would be a plus:

• Financial services experience.
• Auditing experience in the financial services industry.

First Merchants offers the following:

• Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Additional Benefits

A little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

Apply today to begin your career with us!