Assistant Section Head - Internal Audit

Arkansas Department of Transportation • Little Rock, AR

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Section Head - Internal Audit supports the Section Head in overseeing daily operations, coordinating team activities, and ensuring departmental goals are achieved efficiently and effectively. The role assists with supervision, workflow management, and administrative responsibilities while helping maintain high performance standards within the section.

The position may involve duties beyond those listed, as assigned, and job duties may be modified based on Department needs. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an at-will employer.

Requirements

• Educational equivalent of 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.
• Well-developed sense of urgency and follow-through.
• Ability to multitask effectively and 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 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.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required for employment suitability.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Section Head with personnel matters, including hiring, termination, approving time and leave, performance evaluations, and disciplinary action.
• Assist section staff with completing audit projects in accordance with applicable standards, including reviewing workpapers, findings, and draft reports.
• Assist the Section Head in assigning and coordinating section staff work.
• Serve as the point of contact when the Section Head is absent.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to section staff as needed.
• 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 promote consistent, efficient, and high-quality audit methodologies.

What This Job Offers

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