Internal Auditor II

City of Austin•Austin, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Austin Water seeks an Internal Auditor II to provide internal audit services across its business units. Under general direction, this role investigates, reviews, and analyzes financial information, internal controls, operational performance, and management practices to assess compliance with internal policies and procedures and Local, State, and Federal laws, statutes, and guidelines. The work focuses on evaluating and testing internal controls, risk management, and governance processes; it is not a financial auditing position. The position gathers and analyzes data, identifies relevant criteria and best practices, conducts interviews, draws conclusions, recommends improvements, finalizes audit reports, and performs department-wide ethics projects. Findings are communicated to executive management and presented at Audit Committee briefings. The role involves independent work and collaboration with three other auditors, and may lead smaller audits or sections of larger audits. It may also require travel to multiple work locations in the Austin area. The position is based at Waller Creek Center, with telework potentially available under policy after the employment probationary period. It is designated critical and may be reassigned to provide essential services during extraordinary situations or emergencies.

Requirements

Four-year degree in accounting, business, social sciences, public administration, or a related field.
Two years of relevant experience; a master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.
Knowledge of internal control review and evaluation concepts and auditing procedures.
Knowledge of enterprise risk management methodologies.
Knowledge of and ability to adhere to professional standards, including the Yellow Book and Red Book.
Knowledge of statistical analysis and principles.
Knowledge of investigation theories, principles, and practices, and ability to apply them to fraud investigations involving government activities and resources.
Knowledge of performance measurement principles and audit project management.
Effective oral and written communication skills; timely and effective completion of assigned duties; sound judgment in resolving problems; and data analysis skills to identify patterns and discrepancies.
Ability to examine financial and operational information systems; identify, obtain, and analyze information from varied sources; evaluate facts; and use deductive reasoning to reach conclusions and recommend improvements.
Ability to compile information and create and deliver clear, concise, deductive, fact-based project reports.
Ability to contribute to audit scope, objectives, and methodology, and develop effective audit procedures.
Ability to plan, lead, and coordinate fraud investigation, detection, and control projects.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships and work with others to achieve project goals.
Commitment to continuous learning and growth through skill development, relevant professional certifications, and participation in professional organizations.
Ability to follow established audit work programs; maintain integrity, objectivity, independence, appropriate standards of care, and high ethical standards; manage audit plans, resources, and timelines; recognize project risks; plan projects around identified risks and client needs; and coach and train others.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and business writing is assessed as part of the selection process.
Ability to be in the office when needed and travel to other work locations in the Austin area.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of City of Austin and departmental auditing policies and procedures.
Knowledge of departmental business operations, management practices, and internal controls.
Knowledge of governmental and/or utility accounting principles.
Professional auditing certification, such as CIA, CGAP, CISA, or CFE.
Experience working as a government internal auditor or as an internal auditor for a municipal utility.
Familiarity with the Global Internal Auditing Standards.
Experience performing data analyses to complete audit objectives.
Experience writing reports for a professional audience.
Experience presenting audit results to an executive audience.

Responsibilities

Manage narrow-scope audits, small projects, or fraud investigations.
Plan audits, including objectives, scope, and audit program.
Collect, review, and analyze information and data significant to projects.
Interview personnel while conducting projects.
Test internal controls to assess asset safeguarding, legal and policy compliance, achievement of objectives, information reliability, and operational efficiency.
Prepare and review work papers and draft audit reports.
Develop conclusions, recommend improvements, and communicate audit results to auditees.
Help develop audit policies, procedures, and templates.
Identify relevant criteria and best practices; gather and analyze data, conduct interviews, draw conclusions, make recommendations, and finalize audit reports.
Perform department-wide ethics projects.
Communicate findings to executive management and present them at Audit Committee briefings.
May lead smaller audits or sections of larger audits, assign and review project tasks, and coach others.
Travel to multiple work locations within the Austin area as needed.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Paid leave
Retirement plan
Training opportunities
Generous leave and work-life balance programs
City of Austin Employees' Retirement System
Sustainable transportation options, including access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure
Wellness programs
On-site fitness centers
Mental health support
Professional development and leadership opportunities