Hiring Range: $59,594 - $95,776

The posted salary range reflects Eastern’s expected hiring range. Actual pay may vary based on experience, skills, and market factors; additional compensation may apply. Eastern offers a robust benefits and retirement package. Please see the description of benefits included with this job posting for additional information

Please note, this is a hybrid role and requires some onsite work at our Wakefield, MA office.

Makes a significant contribution in the completion of the annual audit plan by performing a wide-range of audits of Eastern Bank and its’ subsidiaries, using professional audit standards.

Plan and complete assigned audits, including:

• Analyzes and evaluates complex systems and processes in order to evaluate internal controls, compliance with banking regulations, and identify opportunities for effectiveness.
• Documents and executes standardized/ad-hoc data analytics to support audit planning, testing and assessing risk across assignments.
• Examines a variety of accounting records and other supporting documentation to determine the accuracy of the Bank’s financial statements.
• Plays an integral role in planning each audit assignment through communication with the Lead Auditor, Audit Manager, Chief Auditor, and Bank management.
• Communicates audit scope and findings to supervisors and managers of areas audited, developing practical recommendations for resolution of exceptions noted.
• Responsible for managing time and meeting budgeted deadlines. Provides the Lead Auditor with progress reports explaining any variances from plan.
• Reviews and interprets current procedures for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Bank policies. Makes required updates/changes as necessary.
• Drafts controls and prepares comprehensive audit workpapers in accordance with professional standards and internal methodology that support the reported conclusions.
• Stays current on emerging accounting, auditing, and regulatory issues and trends, being able to apply them to changing business conditions.
• Participates in confidential internal investigations when necessary.

PROBLEM SOLVING & DECISION MAKING:

The Audit Officer makes most day-to-day decisions during the course of the audit, however, must also exercise judgment in knowing when to seek advice or approval from the Audit Lead or Manager. The Audit Officer makes overall recommendations as to audit findings for reporting purposes and makes recommendations for issue resolution. In addition, the Officer may be responsible for overseeing and providing guidance to other auditors assisting in the completion of their assigned audit.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science, Concentration in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in combination of public accounting and/or internal audit experience in the financial services industry.

• Internal Audit Practitioner or Certified Internal Auditor designation preferred.

Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, Power Point, Copilot.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Daily, the employee is required to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery. Occasionally, the employee may be asked to move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or occasionally to travel to locations outside of the facility, to attend meetings, trainings, events and other business activities. The employee must have the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand and to exchange accurate information in these situations. The employee frequently observes details at close range (within a few feet of the presenter). The employee may be asked to lift and/or move boxes or equipment up to 20 pounds across office for various needs.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Person holding this position are expected to work in a hybrid or full in-office environment and observe standard working hours. Additionally, workers are generally subject to inside environmental conditions having the lighting, temperature, and noise level of an open floor-plan office environment (moderate, but occasionally loud at times). Hybrid workers must have continued access to an environment that is conducive to being productive. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.