Internal Audit Senior Manager (Operations & IT)

ERCOT • Austin, TX

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Manages, plans, leads and executes audit and advisory procedures, internal controls over operations and IT processes, systems, and applications throughout the organization. Executes and delivers projects and communicates clearly and concisely at an executive level. Possesses the business acumen to present results, risk assessments and insights into the business line. Able to work and deliver high quality results independently with limited direction. Reports to the Chief Audit Executive (CAE). Employs highly-developed problem resolution skills and expertise as a generalist or specialist using professional concepts and ERCOT objectives to identify complex issues in creative and effective ways. Exerts significant latitude in determining objectives of assignment. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Ability to perform in a program/project leadership role requiring the ability to develop and lead matrixed teams. Interacts with management and senior level stakeholders on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines. Leverages technology (analytics, visualizations, AI) to identify and deliver key insights to management.

Requirements

• Minimum 8-10 years job related work experience leading, managing and executing audits and advisory projects.
• Experience leading teams.
• Experience with data analytics, visualization, and AI tools.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Management Information Systems, Information Technology/AI, Cyber Security or related field (Required).
• Or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required.
• Must have at least one of the following certifications: CIA Certified Internal Auditor, or CPA Certified Public Accountant, or CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor (Required).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in professional services preferred (i.e. Big4 + other audit firms, Advisory firms).
• CFE Certified Fraud Examiner (Preferred).
• CRMA Certificate in Risk Management Assurance (Preferred).
• CISM Certified Information Security Manager (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manages, plans, leads and executes audit and advisory procedures, internal controls over operations and IT processes, systems, and applications throughout the organization.
• Executes and delivers projects and communicates clearly and concisely at an executive level.
• Presents results, risk assessments and insights into the business line.
• Works and delivers high quality results independently with limited direction.
• Employs highly-developed problem resolution skills and expertise as a generalist or specialist using professional concepts and ERCOT objectives to identify complex issues in creative and effective ways.
• Performs in a program/project leadership role requiring the ability to develop and lead matrixed teams.
• Interacts with management and senior level stakeholders on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines.
• Leverages technology (analytics, visualizations, AI) to identify and deliver key insights to management.
• Provides advisory insights regarding the management of internal controls, enterprise risk management, and other operational areas.
• Evaluates and improves the organization's risk management, internal controls, and governance processes.
• Provides input into the Corporate Enterprise Risk Management and Assessment process and the development of the Annual Audit Plan as delegated by the E Chief Audit Executive (CAE).
• Participates and monitors adherence to the Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Identifies risks in complex audit areas and may initiate investigations to mitigate losses and strengthen controls.
• Prepares detailed reports on audit findings and presents results to senior management and the Chief Audit Executive (CAE).
• Recommends improvements in procedures, processes, and operations across the organization.
• Interacts and interviews all levels of management.
• Collects and analyzes highly complex data to conduct audits detecting deficient controls, duplicated effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies.
• Leads audit teams to meet the organization’s goals, business requirements, and business processes.
• Provides recommendations for strategic audit initiatives that will provide value and benefits for stakeholders.
• Serves as a proactive advisor on audit practices.

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, life insurance, long/short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, Section 125 Flexible Spending Account, and a Retirement Savings Plan.
• 401(k) plans

What This Job Offers

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