Senior Information Technology Auditor

Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HTH) is a Texas-based diversified financial holding company specializing in banking, mortgage origination, and financial advisory through its wholly owned subsidiaries, PlainsCapital Bank, PrimeLending, and HilltopSecurities.

Hilltop Holdings is dedicated to Integrity, Collaboration, Adaptability, Respect, and Excellence. Our principles are the momentum that drives our actions, guides our decisions, and enables us to earn the confidence of the customers and communities we serve. If you want to be a part of a team on the rise, Hilltop Holdings may be your next move forward.

Hilltop Holdings is currently looking to hire a Senior IT Auditor.

The Senior IT Auditor is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing IT audit engagements of IT internal controls, application controls, technology infrastructure, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, and IT processes throughout Hilltop Holdings and subsidiary companies. Demonstrates an ability to interact with all levels of Company personnel and coordinates with the IT department staff and management, operational and financial internal audit teams, and external auditors where required.

Essential Functions Prepares well documented work papers and reports, and effectively communicates audit findings and recommendations, tracks open audit issues, and contributes to the planning and organization of audit work.Assesses effectiveness of IT internal controls.Works collaboratively with Audit management and staff to execute the annual audit plan.Advises business partners regarding internal controls and process improvement opportunities.Provides assistance to external auditors where required.Executes other projects and activities, as assigned

Job RequirementsMust be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.Must be able to commute to Republic Center @ 325 N. St. Paul Street, Dallas, without the need for relocation assistance.A bachelor’s degree in management information systems, business administration, accounting, finance, computer science, or related field required.Certifications desired (any one or a combination): CISA, CISSP, CPA, CIA, GSNA or other pertinent certifications. Must be willing to meet department certification requirements and must maintain certifications.Three or more years of IT audit experience including IT application and infrastructure auditing is required.Public accounting and/or financial services industry experience is preferred. Broker/dealer, investment banking, mortgage lending, retail banking, and/or insurance experience is a plus.SOX documentation and testing experience required.Demonstrated ability to lead audits with little direct management involvement, prepare detailed audit programs, or perform IT risk assessments. Ability to evaluate the design effectiveness and operating effectiveness of IT internal controls through detailed testing.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences alike.Excellent PC skills, including word processing and spreadsheets, with adaptability to specialized programs for risk management and others in use by HTH Internal Audit, while maintaining superb attention to detailExcellent analytical, time management, organizational and problem-solving skillsMust be able to travel locally up to 10%

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company.