Hilltop Holdings

Senior Auditor

Hilltop Holdings
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting comprehensive audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Proficient in analyzing audit evidence and assessing controls in BSA/AML and financial services environments.

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Internal Audit EngagementsBSA/AML ComplianceCertified Public AccountantAudit ReportingAnalytical Skills

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Perform all phases of assigned audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting, according to the HTH Internal Audit Manual
  • Obtain and analyze audit evidence to provide objective and independent opinions on control and compliance systems
  • Discuss draft issue observations with key stakeholders and evaluate management action plans
  • Prepare, communicate, and distribute audit reports to management and senior executives
  • Monitor and review issue validation testing to ensure timely follow-up on findings
  • Assist external auditors and regulators with examinations and audits
  • Assess controls and compliance efforts in BSA/AML, Wealth Management/Trust, and NACHA environments
  • Review compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
  • Organize, plan, and conduct financial and operational internal audits and Sarbanes-Oxley testing
  • Develop and execute audit programs responsive to operational and financial risks, primarily those relating to PlainsCapital Bank
  • Prepare annual risk assessments and assess internal controls, operations, and administrative functions for efficiency and effectiveness
  • Review applicable federal regulations and internal policies and procedures
  • Actively seek and maintain professional certifications
  • Travel up to 10% locally
  • Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Ability to commute to the work location in downtown Dallas (Republic Center/325 N. St. Paul St.) without the need for relocation assistance
  • Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field required
  • 3+ years of previous experience in public accounting or internal audit
  • Certifications desired: Certified Public Accountant and/or Certified Internal Auditor; other certifications evaluated for applicability
  • Must be willing to meet department certification requirements and maintain certifications
  • Commitment to Continuing Professional Education to maintain certifications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent PC skills, including word processing and spreadsheets, with adaptability to specialized risk management programs
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Financial Services or banking industry experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Hybrid schedule
  • Professional certifications and continuing professional education support/requirements
  • Local travel up to 10%

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Hard Skills
Audit PlanningFieldwork ExecutionControl AssessmentRisk AssessmentSarbanes-Oxley TestingFinancial AuditsOperational AuditsCompliance ReviewIssue Validation TestingAudit Program Development
Soft Skills
Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsAttention to Detail
Tools & Technologies
Risk Management ProgramsWord Processing SoftwareSpreadsheet Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Certified Public AccountantCertified Internal Auditor
Industry Keywords
Financial ServicesBanking IndustryRegulatory CompliancePublic AccountingInternal Controls