Internal Auditor or Senior

Idaho Power Company•Boise, ID

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for an Internal Auditor or Senior to join our Audit Services team. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. While this position is based at Idaho Power’s downtown Boise location, we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote. Relocation assistance may also be provided to the successful candidate. What does an Internal Auditor or Senior do for us? They support the audit committees of the board of directors and senior management by providing an independent, objective assurance and consulting function that reviews corporate activities and furnishes evaluations and recommendations. They perform planning, design audit programs, schedule and conduct audits, consulting, and other evaluations/assessments of less complex financial, operational, and/or IT processes. They identify risks and controls, conclude on the effectiveness of controls, and determine how the effectiveness of the internal controls affects achievement of corporate objectives and compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and external regulation. They develop and prepare reports for presentations to all levels of management. They participate in annual company-wide risk assessments. The Internal Auditor works under supervision, while a Senior Internal Auditor’s supervision is limited. A Senior Internal Audor also assists with more complex audits. In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline
2 years of experience in auditing business processes and activities OR Equivalent related experience (Internal Auditor)
5 years of experience in auditing business processes and activities, or equivalent related experience (Senior Internal Auditor)
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
Knowledge of Auditing standards and techniques
Knowledge of Internal control standards (COSO)
Knowledge of Information systems controls (COBIT)
Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 404
Familiarity with Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) auditing standards
Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Exposure to system and process analysis
Interpersonal communication skills
Business writing skills
Process flowcharting skills
Workpaper design and preparation skills
Data analytics skills
Risk-based auditing skills
Ability to plan, perform, and document audit tests utilizing standard audit techniques in accordance with applicable auditing standards
Ability to review company systems and related controls including policies, procedures, and technical documents to ensure compliance
Ability to design risk-based audit objectives and tests to achieve those objectives
Ability to communicate progress, findings and recommendations clearly, concisely and in a logical manner, to all levels of management
Ability to quickly learn varied and complex concepts
Ability to make sound judgments based on analysis of facts
Ability to maintain objectivity and function in a confidential manner
Ability to maintain positive relationships with internal and external clients
Ability to be self-motivated, well-organized, and project oriented
Ability to complete projects within deadlines while limiting the impact to the business

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in business or related discipline (Preferred for both Internal Auditor and Senior Internal Auditor)
Public accounting firm, large public company, IT, or IT audit experience (Preferred for Internal Auditor)
Public accounting firm experience, large public company experience, IT, or IT audit experience (Preferred for Senior Internal Auditor)
Professional certification (CIA, CISA, CPA or similar) (Preferred for Internal Auditor)
Professional certification (CIA, CISA, CPA) or ability to obtain certification within one year (Senior Internal Auditor)
Copilot or other AI tools
Python
SQL

Responsibilities

Support the audit committees of the board of directors and senior management by providing an independent, objective assurance and consulting function that reviews corporate activities and furnishes evaluations and recommendations.
Perform planning, design audit programs, schedule and conduct audits, consulting, and other evaluations/assessments of less complex financial, operational, and/or IT processes.
Identify risks and controls, conclude on the effectiveness of controls, and determine how the effectiveness of the internal controls affects achievement of corporate objectives and compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and external regulation.
Develop and prepare reports for presentations to all levels of management.
Participate in annual company-wide risk assessments.
Assist with more complex audits (Senior Internal Auditor).