Internal Auditor II

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Internal Auditor is assigned to conduct reviews of assigned organizational and functional activities and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over these activities; determine whether organizational units in the agency are performing their planning, accounting, custodial, or control activities in compliance with management instructions, applicable statements of policy and procedures, and in a manner consistent with both agency objectives and high standards of administrative practice. The Internal Auditor will perform audits at all levels of difficulty requiring the use of independence and discretion, while seeking guidance when appropriate.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Five years of professional experience in external or internal auditing
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of Global Internal Audit Standards, COSO, GASB, and GAAP
• Audit methodology, techniques, and theories
• Financial statements, ledgers, journals and reports
• Analytical principles and practices
• Organizational theory, functions, methods, and techniques
• Modern computer technology related to accounting systems
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Analyzing complex situations and adopting an effective course of action
• Preparing and an effective presentation
• Conducting several projects simultaneously
• Expressing ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Review and analyze accounting records and business practices
• Prepare audit work papers, reports and recommendations
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Comprehend and carry out complex accounting and auditing procedures
• Work independently with limited instruction/supervision
• Serve as subject matter export on complex audit issues
• Provide guidance and training to lower-level or new staff
• Reliable transportation
• Willing and able to perform all job-related travel

Nice To Haves

• Completed a CPA or CIA certification
• Experience with IDEA
• Knowledge of Global Internal Audit Standards

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, conducts financial, operational, and compliance audit engagements of the Agency’s internal operations
• Assists in identifying and evaluating the organization’s risk areas
• Communicates the results of engagement via written reports and oral presentations to management in an objective, clear, constructive, complete, timely and accurate way
• Develops audit programs and performs audit procedures
• Plans engagements by obtaining sufficient knowledge of the business or functional process under review
• Assists to plan the theory and scope of the audit and prepares an audit program, and participates in performing the audit in a professional manner and in accordance with the approved audit program
• Obtains, analyzes, approves, and appraises evidentiary data as a basis for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency of performance of the activities being reviewed
• Prepares detailed working papers to document the work performed and the conclusions reached
• Makes, or assists in making, oral or written presentations to management during and at the conclusion of the examination, discussing deficiencies, recommending corrective action, and suggesting improvements in operations and reductions in costs
• Prepares audit findings and assists to draft formal written reports, as requested, expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency with which activities are carried out
• Appraises, or assists in appraising, the adequacy of the corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions
• Represents Internal Audit on organizational project teams and projects a positive, professional image
• Continues to enhance knowledge, skills and other competencies through continuing professional development and association memberships
• Other similar duties as assigned

Benefits

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• A Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of paid vacation and 15 days of sick leave for full-time employees the first year.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Paid Maternity leave for eligible employees.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• A Longevity Bonus for years of service.

What This Job Offers

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