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Job Description

Under the direction of the Chief Audit Executive, this position leads the evaluation and enhancement of internal audit practices across the Bank's Treasury and Finance functions. This role is responsible for assessing risk management, internal controls, regulatory compliance, asset protection, fraud prevention, and operational efficiency. This role develops and executes a comprehensive internal audit plan, supports enterprise-wide control improvements, and communicates audit findings and risk mitigation strategies to stakeholders. Additionally, the role helps shape the audit strategy, defines audit scopes, and ensures effective execution across all audit phases from planning to issue resolution—while promoting a strong control culture throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development and execution of a risk-based audit plan for Treasury and Finance, applying deep knowledge of the Bank and Internal Audit methodology to drive innovation and continuous improvement. Executes complex audits and advisory engagements that enhance operational processes and risk management. Serves as the subject matter expert on treasury and finance across audit projects, collaborating with functional leads in analytics, compliance, and operations to deliver integrated, data-driven insights. Communicates audit results and strategic recommendations to stakeholders and leadership, and assesses the organization's preparedness for key financial risks.
• Stays current on changes in internal policies, auditing standards, and industry practices to ensure audit controls remain effective and relevant. Continuously enhances internal audit processes to align with the Global Internal Audit Standards established by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
• Provides leadership and direction to a team of audit professionals, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous development. Responsible for hiring, coaching, performance management, and succession planning to ensure team effectiveness and alignment with organizational goals. Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal audit function. Seamlessly liaises with external auditors and regulators in connection with related audit work.
• Supports Internal Audit leadership in defining and tracking departmental performance benchmarks and success metrics. Contributes to the evaluation and implementation of new processes, systems, and policies that enhance operational efficiency and risk mitigation. Identifies and drives opportunities to streamline and automate audit activities, leveraging data analytics to improve audit quality and program value.
• Prepares clear, actionable reports evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement against established benchmarks. Documents management's corrective action plans for identifying gaps and contributes to the development of materials for quarterly Audit Committee meetings.
• Performs all other miscellaneous responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience. An advanced degree (MBA) and/or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) certification(s) is highly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 12 to 15 years of experience in internal audit and/or Treasury/Finance risk management in the financial services industry, with a combination of public accounting and Internal Audit experience is highly preferred. Minimum 5 years of management experience. Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience within a large and diverse organization.
• Technical Skills: Demonstrated proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications or similar software. Knowledge of or ability to use Bank software and systems.

Other Job Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, including executive management and the Board of Directors, as well as external parties, including regulators, external auditors, vendors, and consultants.
• Ability to build strong working relationships and partnerships across the organization with a collaborative and consultative approach.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills to identify business and process improvement opportunities and risks, implement procedural change, and establish internal controls.
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and assignments with varying deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal skills and collaborative management style to include teamwork, team building, conflict management, negotiating, and problem-solving skills.

Able to work flexible hours including holidays, weekends, and evenings as needed or assigned. Must be able to commute as required. Must be able to travel off island.

As a Bank of Hawaii employee, you ensure (or assist with ensuring) compliance with applicable laws, regulations, regulatory requirements, and Bank policies and procedures, including but not limited to those related to Fair Banking, Anti-Money Laundering laws and regulations, Bank Secrecy Act, and USA PATRIOT Act.

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