VP, Internal Audit

The Vice President of Internal Audit provides independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the credit union’s operations.

This role is responsible for leading the internal audit function, ensuring strong governance, risk management, and internal control practices as the organization continues to grow and evolve.

This is a highly visible leadership role that works closely with senior management, the Supervisory Committee, and the Board of Directors.

The ideal candidate brings deep internal audit experience, strong judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex, regulated financial institution – today and as the credit union grows in size and complexity.

Key Responsibilities 


* Lead and oversee the credit union’s internal audit function, including the development and execution of a comprehensive, risk-based annual audit plan.


* Provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls across all areas of the organization.


* Serve as a key liaison to the Supervisory Committee, Board of Directors, senior leadership, and regulators (including NCUA).


* Present audit results and recommendations in a clear, concise, and actionable manner to execute leadership and governance groups.


* Monitor management’s remediation of audit findings and assess the adequacy of timeliness of corrective actions.


* Stay current on regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and emerging risks impacting credit unions and financial institutions.


* Lead, mentor, and develop internal audit resources as the function evolves and grows.

 Qualifications


* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.

Additional experience beyond required degree may be considered.


* 10+ years of progressive internal audit, external audit, or related experience, preferably within a financial institution or credit union environment.


* Professional certification such as CPA and / or CIA strongly preferred.


* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex audit concepts into clear business insights.


* Proven ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and influence at the executive level.


* Proficient in the use of automated tools (AI) for internal audit processes.

Availability 


* This position is a salaried position; 40- hours a week, Monday through Friday.


* Typical hours are 8:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m.


* Will require some flexibility within these hours, as needed

Work Environment 


* VP, Internal Audit position is located at Altra’s Operations Center in Onalaska, WI


* However, work from home / remote opportunities can be considered for those candidates who live within Altra’s approved remote states: CO, FL, GA, IA, MI, MN, NJ, NC, TN, TX, and WI.


* Occasional travel may be required for meetings, audits, or regulato...