Senior Internal Auditor
Company: Cathay General Bancorp
Location: El Monte
Posted on: September 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Are you enthusiastic, highly motivated, and have a strong work
ethic? If yes, come join our team! At Cathay Bank – we strive to
provide a caring culture that supports your aspirations and
success. We believe people are our most valuable asset and we
proudly foster growth and development empowering you to achieve
your professional goals. We have thrived for 60 years and
persevered through many economic cycles due to our team members’
drive and optimism. Together we can make a difference in the
financial future of our communities. GENERAL SUMMARY The Senior
Internal Auditor will perform an important role in performing
Financial, Operational, Compliance & SOX Audits and various
value-add projects under the direction of internal audit
management. The Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for
assisting Internal Audit management with project planning,
execution, and reporting. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Under the direction
of IA Audit management, owns the execution of financial,
operational, compliance, and lending audit processes from start to
finish, including planning and audit execution according to a
risk-based approach, recommending internal control improvements
(including operational enhancements or efficiencies) and may assist
preparing audit reports. • Effectively manage audit budget and
deadlines. Provide updates to management on progress. • Ensure
assignments are completed within established time frames and that
delays/issues/concerns are communicated to Internal Audit
management on a timely basis. • Partner with process owners to
promote and support a culture of continuous process improvement and
efficiency driving toward standardized practices. • Stay abreast of
audit and accounting standards and emerging issues in the areas
applicable to the company. • Obtain and maintain a general
understanding of business activities, objectives, applicable laws,
regulations, and associated risks to the company and industry. •
May participate in various key management committees, acting in an
advisory capacity. • Identify opportunities for, and participate in
approved special projects, investigations, or other significant
business issues. QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in accounting,
finance, information technology, or a related field is required. •
At least 4-6 years related audit experience - in a Bank or
Financial Services industry preferred but not required. • Ability
to work independently and with others. • Knowledgeable about the
financial industry and related markets, related regulatory bodies,
and current industry events and trends. • Deep understanding of
risk assessment, audit methodology, and audit execution. • Strong
time management and organizational skills including the ability to
manage multiple projects and competing priorities. • Ability to
exercise sound judgment in the execution of assignments and
communication with others. • Excellent verbal and written
communication skills; interpersonal and presentation skills –
ability to work closely and collaboratively with people at all
levels in the department and within the organization. • Strong
analytical thinker and detail oriented with the ability to
proactively identify issues and assist in resolution. • Excellent
computer skills, Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (i.e.,
Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.). CERTIFICATIONS • CPA, CIA, or other
related professional certification a plus • Additional
qualifications, such as CFE, CAMS, CRCM also preferred
Keywords: Cathay General Bancorp, Covina , Senior Internal Auditor, Accounting, Auditing , El Monte, California
