Internal Audit and Policy Manager

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

2d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Internal Audit and Policy Manager Designs and independently executes the Department's internal compliance audit. This position will audit and focus on the Department's compliance with rules, statutes, the AZ Tribal-State Gaming Compact, Department policy, and statewide policy. This position will report findings and make recommendations to Department leadership. The Internal Audit and Policy Manager will manage the Department's internal policies by helping draft them, ensuring they are signed and acknowledged by the appropriate personnel, and organizing them in digital format. This position serves as a Department liaison with external assurance providers / auditors when external audits and reviews are conducted. Organizes and tracks progress with respect to the findings and recommendations from external auditors.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Requirements

• Comprehensive understanding of compliance auditing principles.
• Internal control frameworks, and risk assessment methodologies applicable to governmental operations.
• Federal, state, and local laws, administrative rules.
• Department policies, statewide policies, and the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact.
• Familiarity with public-sector accountability standards.
• Policy development and implementation practices.
• Understanding of audit reporting standards, process improvement methods, digital document management systems, and confidentiality requirements related to regulatory oversight and compliance activities.
• Independently plan, conduct, document, and report on internal compliance audits involving statutes, rules, policies, and operational procedures.
• Strong analytical capabilities for identifying compliance risks, control weaknesses, procedural deficiencies, and opportunities for operational improvement.
• Effective written and verbal communication used to prepare audit reports, present findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Proficiency in organizing digital records, tracking corrective actions and audit recommendations, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and using office productivity and audit tracking systems to support compliance activities.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, integrity, and objectivity when conducting audits and handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with leadership, staff, external auditors, and other stakeholders.
• Adapts effectively to changing regulations, priorities, and operational needs while consistently following through on long-term compliance initiatives and policy management responsibilities.
• Coach teams through remedying deficiencies constructively and focusing on process improvements, not appearing critical of staff.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Auditing, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Lean Six Sigma Certifications.

Responsibilities

• Designs and executes the Department's internal compliance audit.
• Manages the Department's internal policies.
• Serves as Department liaison with external assurance providers / auditors.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position (typically 5% - 10%)

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

What This Job Offers

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