Assistant Section Head - Internal Audit

Arkansas Department of Transportation • Little Rock, AR

18d

About The Position

The Assistant Section Head - Internal Audit supports the Section Head in overseeing daily operations, coordinating team activities, and helping the section achieve its departmental goals efficiently and effectively. The role assists with staff supervision, workflow management, and administrative responsibilities while maintaining high performance standards. The position may also perform related duties as assigned, and the Department may modify job duties based on its needs.

Requirements

• Educational equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, IT, or another business-related field.
• Auditing experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to interpret and apply Department policies and procedures.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and follow-through.
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• Ability to train others.
• Working knowledge of the IIA International Professional Practices Framework, COSO Internal Control Framework, audit risk assessment techniques, and fraud detection.
• Professionalism grounded in ethics and integrity.
• Ability to prioritize workload to complete audit projects efficiently.
• Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
• Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Eligible for a professional designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must undergo a criminal background check; failure to meet suitability standards may result in rejection or termination.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Section Head with personnel matters, including hiring, termination, time and leave approvals, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
• Assist staff with audit projects conducted in accordance with applicable standards, including reviewing workpapers, findings, and draft reports.
• Assist the Section Head in assigning and coordinating staff work.
• Act as the point of contact when the Section Head is absent.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to section staff.
• Prepare audit and review programs to assess compliance with state and federal regulations, Department policies, operational goals, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare clear, concise, and accurate audit and review reports.
• Perform or assist with special reviews.
• Contribute to process-improvement initiatives, including developing workpaper templates and procedures that standardize audit methodologies and promote consistency, efficiency, and quality.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager