About Kootenay Risk Services
In June 2014, four Kootenay region credit unions formed the Kootenay Risk Services (“KRS”) support organization. The founding organizations include Columbia Valley, East Kootenay, Grand Forks and Nelson and District credit unions. The core purpose of KRS is to provide the owner credit unions with risk management and compliance resources.
Position Overview:
The Internal Auditor, under broad managerial direction, administers the credit unions’ internal audit program and conducts a variety of internal audits in all business units including deposit, lending, financial planning and insurance departments; acts as advisor to the senior management teams of the partnering credit unions in matters relating to internal audit, payroll, benefits, overall work organization, efficiency and cost containment; provides contract internal audit services to other entities; on a relief basis.
The Internal Auditor will work primarily from their home office with regular travel required to the partner credit unions within the Kootenay region of B.C.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Completion of a two-year college or post secondary technical school diploma in business administration or operations management.
- A recognized accounting (CPA, CMA, CGA) or auditing (CIA) designation
- Minimum 5 years’ professional experience in an accounting or financial institution, with 3 years’ minimum experience being in an auditing role.
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications including MS Office.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with highly confidential material.
- Successful client-focused service delivery experience.
OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Valid driver’s license and vehicle transportation
- Ability and willingness to travel within the Kootenay region of B.C.
- Ability and willingness to maintain a home office
How to Apply
If you consider this position a match to your skills, please submit your resume in confidence.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. Only those under consideration will be contacted. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a bonding process that includes a criminal record check and credit check.
Please email your resume and cover letter to: employment@ekccu.com
Our employees make us who we are. Our ability to deliver outstanding member experiences, financial services, and a culture of accountability and integrity relies on the talent and drive of our team. We’re proud of our employees. In return for committing to not just the what, but the how, our full-time and part-time employees receive a competitive compensation package, full benefits, vacation time off, meaningful opportunities for learning and advancement, tuition assistance.


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