Primary Responsibilities . Develop and execute audit procedures to assess the effectiveness of internal controls. . Develop recommendations for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, and the adequacy of company records and record keeping. . Report audit findings and recommendations based on the audit results . Conduct follow-up reviews of financial, operational, or regulatory compliance deficiencies noted during audits. . Assist in the creation of the annual audit plant to be presented to the Audit Committee . Perform annual testing of the Company's internal controls over financial reporting (SOX). . Assist external auditors in their completion of the financial statement audit and Reg. AB, HUD/GNMA and USAP compliance audits. . Establish budgets and control project hours to meet deadlines . Communicate audit plan and status with management . Perform other duties as assigned.Education and Experience . BS / BA required; Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. . 4 + years in finance/accounting/audit. . CPA or CIA preferred. . Financial services and public accounting experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities . Strong accounting, finance and analytical skills. . Excellent business judgment and strong problem-solving skills. . Exceptional communication skills, written and oral, as well as relationship building skills. . Strong time management and organizational skills. . Detail-oriented, works accurately and efficiently. . Energetic, flexible team player with the ability to adapt in a changing environment. . Strong Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills. . Takes initiative: identifies new ways to approach existing processes, maintains an ownership approach to problem-solving, commits to ensuring accounting best practices are in place, and regularly goes above and beyond role.