Internal Auditor

Port of Seattle•Seattle, WA

About The Position

As an Internal Auditor, you will perform a wide range of independent and objective risk-based audits to provide the Audit Committee and the Executive Director reasonable assurance that organizational controls are designed and operating effectively and efficiently. You will also perform compliance reviews of third-party revenues. You will perform risk-based performance audits in accordance with professional audit standards, from the audit announcement through creation of the final audit report, covering complex and technical subject matter of departments, systems, and programs in all divisions of the Port. You will communicate audit results and recommendations to stakeholders. You will evaluate the accuracy and completeness of pass-through revenues generated through third-party agreement, including concessionaires operating at Seattle Tacoma's International Airport and Maritime Divisions. You will evaluate the extent to which the Port is complying with laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and contractual requirements. You will proactively build knowledge and stay current with industry information. You will also conduct research in emerging technologies, trends, standards, and business practices, and use knowledge to make recommendations for improvement. You will maintain the required continuous professional education for certifications and professional auditing standards. You will conduct non-audit services, consulting engagements, and special projects, as periodically requested by Internal Audit management. You will assist audit management in the development of the annual risk-based audit plan.

Requirements

Three (3) years of experience in accounting or finance, specifically in auditing.
Familiarity with professional auditing standards, including Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) and the Global Internal Audit Standards (IIA Red Book).
Understanding of federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
Understanding of core risk management concepts, including risk assessment and evaluation of internal controls.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with electronic audit workpaper systems.
Effective verbal, written, and active listening communication skills.
Ability to write concise, organized, and clear communications to stakeholders.
Ability to engage others in active, open, and productive communication and modify style and approach in response to changing environments, different perspectives, needs, or demands.
Strong relationship building skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse groups and individuals within, and external, to the Port.
Strong decision-making skills.
Ability to make independent decisions using critical-thinking.
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

Responsibilities

Perform a wide range of independent and objective risk-based audits.
Provide assurance that organizational controls are designed and operating effectively and efficiently.
Perform compliance reviews of third-party revenues.
Perform risk-based performance audits in accordance with professional audit standards.
Communicate audit results and recommendations to stakeholders.
Evaluate the accuracy and completeness of pass-through revenues generated through third-party agreements.
Evaluate the extent to which the Port is complying with laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.
Proactively build knowledge and stay current with industry information.
Conduct research in emerging technologies, trends, standards, and business practices.
Maintain continuous professional education for certifications and professional auditing standards.
Conduct non-audit services, consulting engagements, and special projects.
Assist audit management in the development of the annual risk-based audit plan.