Staff Auditor

Job Description

At WSFS Bank, we empower our Associates to grow their careers, guide our customers to secure their financial futures, and actively support our Communities so they can fully thrive. Careers with WSFS Bank offer an inclusive and supportive culture, competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and more. We are the region's locally headquartered bank and wealth management company. We are honored to consistently be named a Top Workplace by our Associates, who make a difference every day for the people, businesses, and Communities we serve. We Stand For Service® is more than part of our name, it’s our mission and our purpose.

The Staff Auditor conducts or assists in reviews of assigned areas-Financial/Operational/Compliance functions and basic General IT Controls. The incumbent will evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal accounting and operating controls. In addition, the incumbent will prepare, plan and execute assigned audits that are less extensive/complex in accordance with accepted audit standards.

The Internal Audit function is an independent function, responsible for examining and evaluating business activities and related risk for the purpose of ensuring regulatory compliance, safeguarding company assets, and improving its systems of financial and operational controls.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct or assist with performing examinations of assigned organizational and functional activities within budgeted time frames and in accordance with departmental standards as stated in the Audit Manual.
• Perform audit work, including plan preparation, workpapers, and findings that reflect the audit results.
• Assist in reporting audit findings to Management by means of both oral communications and formal written reports.
• Assist in appraising the adequacy of corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions.
• Assist with the Independent Public Accounting firm's annual audit of the Corporation.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with the business units and with external auditors.
• Assist in the performance of control monitoring to maintain internal controls to ensure the identification of significant accounts, processes, assertions and risks, the identification and evaluation of the control design, the performance of tests and controls and the overall assessment of internal controls.
• Keep abreast of Company policies and procedures, current developments in accounting and auditing professions, and changes in local, state, and federal laws, as applicable.
• Effectively manage time to achieve annual goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field, and 0 - 2 years of experience directly related to the job responsibilities.
• Preferably, will have made demonstrable progress on a Professional Certification, such as CIA, CPA, CBA, CFSA, etc.
• Must have basic understanding of internal control concepts regarding the financial, operational and data processing areas of a financial institution.
• Must have general understanding of operational and accounting control procedures, methods and philosophies in a banking environment.
• Basic knowledge of federal banking laws and regulations.
• Basic knowledge of auditing standards, procedures and related techniques.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Display a strong level of integrity, ethics, analytical skills, and the ability to evaluate data to make informed decisions.
• Proficient in all MS Office products.
• Must have the ability or experience with the use of automated workpapers.
• Ability to integrate and balance priorities, work activities, and resources to achieve objective within the required time period.
• Ability to enhance personal, professional, and business growth through new knowledge and experiences.

Salary Range:

Individual base pay may vary on additional factors such as the candidate’s experience, job-related skills, relevant education, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

In addition to base salary, WSFS Financial Corporation (WSFS) and its subsidiaries may offer eligible Associates discretionary and formula-based incentive and retention awards. WSFS provides a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan; life, accident, and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs); and wellness programs. Additional benefits may include paid parental leave, military leave, vacation and other paid time off, sick leave in accordance with applicable state laws, and paid holidays. Benefit offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, legal limitations, and may vary based on an Associate’s location and employment status. For more information about Associate benefits, please visit

WSFS Bank is inclusive and supportive of individual needs. If you have a physical or other impairment that might require an accommodation, including technical assistance with the WSFS Bank Careers website or submission process, please contact us via email at [email protected].

WSFS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.