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FIRST UTAH BANK

<ul><li><ul><li><b>Job Tracking ID</b>: 512729-909310</li>
<li><b>Job Location</b>: Salt Lake City, UT
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Salt Lake City</li>
<li><b>Job Level</b>: Mid Career</li>
<li><b>Level of Education</b>: BA/BS</li>
<li><b>Job Type</b>: Full-Time/Regular</li>
</ul></li><li><ul><li><b>Date Updated</b>: March 19, 2026</li>
<li><b>Years of Experience</b>: 2 - 5 Years</li>
<li><b>Starting Date</b>: ASAP</li>
<li><b>Reports to*</b>: Audit &amp; Compliance Officer</li></ul></li></ul>
<br><p></p><div><div><div><p>The Risk and Audit Specialist provides critical execution support across the Bank&rsquo;s independent risk management and oversight functions. This role reports to the Internal Audit Manager and is primarily responsible for executing the Bank&rsquo;s audit program, while also assisting with the monitoring and surveillance activities of the Compliance and BSA/AML areas. Pay will depend on experience, skills, education, etc. ($60,000 to $100,000/yr is the range).</p>
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<b>Preservation of the Three Lines of Defense</b></p>
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To maintain the integrity of the Bank&rsquo;s governance framework, this role operates under strict protocols:</p>
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<ul><li>First Line (Operations): The employee will have no decision-making authority over Bank operations or lending.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Second Line (Compliance, BSA/AML): The employee will assist in monitoring and surveillance of risk.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Third Line (Internal Audit): the employee will provide independent testing. Crucially, the employee will not audit any specific second line processes.</li></ul></div>
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<b>Internal Audit Support</b></p>
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<li>Assist in planning, executing, and documenting internal audits across all bank departments and processes.</li>
<li>Prepare audit workpapers, testing documentation, and preliminary findings reports.</li>
<li>Conduct testing of internal controls, including transaction sampling and substantive testing procedures.</li>
<li>Review and evaluate operational processes for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with established policies.</li>
<li>Document audit procedures, observations, and recommendations in accordance with professional standards.</li>
<li>Track and monitor management action plans resulting from audit findings.</li>
<li>Assist in preparing audit reports for senior management and the Board Audit Committee</li>
<li>Maintain organized audit files and documentation in compliance with retention policies.</li>
<li>Assist in the preparation and compilation of the Bank&rsquo;s Internal Audit Risk Assessment and Internal Audit Plan</li>
<li>Perform follow-up reviews to verify implementation of corrective actions.</li>
<li>Research and stay current on banking regulations, industry standards, and audit best practices.</li>
<li>Review Bank policies as compared to internal audit workpapers ensuring that all information maintained by the Internal Audit Department is current and accurate</li>
<li>Compile and verify general ledger certifications each quarter-end and on two random dates in a 12-month period</li>
<li>Verify accuracy of paper general ledger transaction tickets, verify daily branch balancing and report results of surprise cash counts, and other recurring internal audit tasks.</li>
<li>Assist with special projects and investigations as directed by the Internal Audit Manager.</li></ul>
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<b>Compliance and Regulatory Oversight | BSA/AML and OFAC Monitoring</b></p>
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<li>Serve as either the primary or back-up to daily tasks including cash monitoring, CTR filings, SAR filings, 314(a) processing, and OFAC suspect match reviews.</li>
<li>Support BSA/AML monitoring activities, including reviewing alerts and investigating suspicious activity.</li>
<li>Support the Bank&rsquo;s CRA program including completion of CRA service hours, assistance with CRA service hours, lending and investment tracking.</li>
<li>Assist in conducting compliance reviews and testing of BSA/AML program components.</li>
<li>Help maintain compliance documentation, policies, and procedures manuals.</li>
<li>Support regulatory examination preparation and coordination.</li>
<li>Assist with regulatory change management activities and impact assessments.</li>
<li>Conduct periodic reviews of bank operations for compliance with applicable regulations.</li>
<li>Support compliance training completion across the organization.</li>
<li>Support Customer Identification Program (CIP) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) processes</li>
<li>Support compliance testing and documentation</li></ul>
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Experience and Skills:</b></h2>
<p><b>Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Equivalent experience accepted.</li>
<li>Three to five years in banking, specifically within audit, compliance, or risk management.</li>
<li>Professional auditor certification (CIA - Certified Internal Auditor) highly preferred.
<ul><li>CAFP - Certified AML and Fraud Professional and CRCM - Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager if these areas become a major part of the position.</li></ul></li>
<li>Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and audit methodologies.</li>
<li>Familiarity with data analytics tools.</li>
<li>Knowledge of current banking industry trends and emerging technologies.</li>
<li>Ability to remain objective and maintain confidentiality.</li>
<li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.</li>
<li>Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li></ul>
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits</b></h2>
<p>Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (Bank pays 75% of Medical and Dental premiums). Company-paid Life Insurance and Disability. Paid Leave, Maternity/Paternity Leave, Company Parties/Activities, Tuition Reimbursement, etc.</p>
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Bank Risk and Audit Analyst

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