SBA Audit Manager - Remote

Overview

Mercadien is seeking a highly skilled SBA Audit Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in auditing and compliance, specifically in Small Business Administration (SBA) lending. As the SBA Audit Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and compliance of our SBA loan portfolio, conducting audits, and implementing best practices to optimize our operations.

In Short

• Lead and manage the SBA audit process, including planning, execution, and reporting.
• Conduct thorough audits of SBA loans and related documentation to ensure compliance with SBA regulations and internal policies.
• Demonstrate a broad knowledge of compliance and firm policies to ensure audits meet both client needs and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement audit strategies and methodologies to assess risk and improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure effective planning is performed within a specified time prior to the beginning of fieldwork.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate and timely reporting of audit findings.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements and policy updates based on audit results.
• Follow engagement issues through the consultation process ensuring proper documentation is placed in the file.
• Produce and manage team schedules to leverage staff support appropriately and productively.
• Train and mentor audit staff to enhance their skills and knowledge in SBA lending and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of recent experience in bank safety and soundness examination with the OCC, FDIC, or FRB.
• Proficient in US Small Business Administration Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) primarily found in SOPs 50 00, 50 10, and 50 53.
• Must be able to travel up to 25% as needed.

Benefits

• Work where you work best hybrid policy.
• Flexible scheduling and work location.
• Highly competitive salaries and bonus programs.
• Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• Competitive 401K match.
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time.
• Casual dress code: dress for your day.
• Mentorship and training opportunities.
• Internal committees and clubs.
• Various social gatherings & events.