Auditor

Idaho National Laboratory•Idaho Falls, ID

9d•$66,504 - $162,732•Onsite

About The Position

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring an Auditor for its Internal Audit team. The role supports the accuracy, efficiency, and integrity of the laboratory’s operations and research activities. The Auditor assists with annual audit risk assessments and development of the annual audit plan; completes audit-specific risk assessments; and develops audit testing programs to address audit objectives. The position gathers and analyzes information, prepares workpapers, and uses automated auditing tools and techniques. Audit work must comply with IIA Professional Auditing Standards and BEA Internal Audit Procedures, and evidence and documentation must adequately support audit conclusions. The Auditor manages assigned engagements within budgeted time and schedules, communicates professionally with management, audit staff, and partners, and contributes to improving audit techniques and approaches. The role may include special assignments, mentoring new staff, providing performance feedback, and directing or reviewing staff audit work. The employee is expected to comply with INL standards and policies and to identify workplace hazards and stop unsafe work. This is a multi-level position, with placement at Level 3 or Level 4 based on the depth and breadth of proven experience and skills. The team works a 9x80 schedule at the Idaho Falls facility, with every other Friday off. The listed pay ranges are $66,504–$136,356 for Level 3 and $79,344–$162,732 for Level 4.

Requirements

Level 3: Bachelor of Science in accounting, auditing, finance, economics, IT, or a related field and 5 years of experience, or a master's degree and 2 years of related experience.
Level 4: Bachelor of Science in accounting, auditing, finance, economics, IT, or a related field and 9 years of experience, or a master's degree and 6 years of related experience.
Experience commensurate with the selected level, including experience in accounting or an internal audit capacity.
Proficiency in data analysis and the use of automated auditing tools and techniques.
Ability to organize and prioritize work to accomplish assigned tasks.
Include a cover letter with the application.

Nice To Haves

Experience in IT, particularly cybersecurity.
An advanced degree in accounting, auditing, or a relevant field from an accredited institution.
Proficiency in cost accounting, including bases, pools, and the calculation and application of indirect rates.
Expert knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations, Federal Travel Regulations, Global Internal Audit Standards, Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, and Cost Accounting Standards.
Strong communication skills across organizational levels, including executive presentations.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification.
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification.
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification.
Prior experience with PowerBI, advanced Excel, or a similar tool.

Responsibilities

Assist the audit manager with the annual audit risk assessment as part of developing the annual audit plan.
Complete audit-specific risk assessments, identifying risk areas and internal controls to be tested.
Develop audit testing programs that address the goals and objectives of assigned audits.
Complete test procedures within established time frames and in compliance with IIA Professional Auditing Standards and BEA Internal Audit Procedures.
Gather and analyze information, document and complete workpapers, and use automated auditing tools and techniques.
Develop written audit programs specifying objectives, audit steps, and how audit resources will be used.
Ensure workpapers are clear, concise, logical, and supported by adequate analysis and sufficient, competent, relevant evidence.
Manage audit engagements within budgeted time and schedules.
Communicate professionally and productively with management, audit staff, and partners regarding audit or advisory activities.
Lead efforts to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of audit techniques and approaches.
Conduct special assignments as requested.
Comply with INL POL-119, INL Standards of Conduct and Business Ethics, and POL-111, INL Policies and Standards of Performance.
Identify hazards related to the work environment and stop unsafe work.
May provide performance feedback to audit staff and the Internal Audit manager.
May direct and review audit work conducted by audit staff to ensure compliance with IIA Standards and internal audit procedures.
Serve as a trainer or mentor for new staff.