Hiring: Internal Auditor Company: Alero Financial Location: Elgin, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 14:40:36 About the job Experience: •12+ years of experience in internal audit, risk, or compliance within financial services (credit union or banking preferred) Required Skills: •Execute a risk-based internal audit program, including audits not covered by external audit firms •Perform branch audits and operational audits to ensure consistency, compliance, and strong internal controls across the organization •Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures across all business units •Identify control gaps and provide practical, actionable recommendations that strengthen operations—not just compliance •Monitor and validate remediation of findings from internal, external, and regulatory audits •Serve as the primary liaison for all regulatory examinations and external audits •Coordinate interactions with the National Credit Union Administration, Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, and external audit partners •Lead exam readiness efforts, including documentation, coordination, and communication across departments Qualifications: •7–12+ years of experience in internal audit, risk, or compliance within financial services (credit union or banking preferred) •Proven ability to work directly with Boards, Supervisory Committees, and executive leadership •Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required •Preferred certifications: CPA, CIA, CISA, CRCM, or CAMS •Strong knowledge of internal controls, audit practices, and regulatory frameworks •Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines •Clear and confident communicator—able to translate complexity into actionable insights •High level of independence, integrity, and professional judgment •Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to recommend and implement change •Comfortable navigating complex environments and evolving priorities Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!