Internal Auditor (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•El Paso, TX

6d•$74,700 - $87,100•Remote

About The Position

The mission of the Internal Auditor is to utilize Internal Audits’ resources in an effective and efficient manner for the professional and timely completion of assigned audit engagements set forth by IDEA Public School’s Board Audit Committee through the annual audit plan. Internal Auditors will assist in providing an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve IDEA Public Schools’ operations. Internal Auditors will directly report to the Director of Internal Audit for assignment, planning, and executing of their duties. Internal Auditors will also be required to work under the supervision of the Internal Audit Managers for the fulfillment of internal audit engagements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business required.
3+ years’ auditing experience required (Less than 3+ years of audit experience will need approval of the Vice President of Internal Audit).
Strong mathematical skills and the ability to understand and interpret data (charts, graphs, etc.).
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in business administration or accounting preferred.
Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Fraud Examiner certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports the Director of Internal Audit with the timely completion of the Annual Risk Assessment by July 30th, including the review of the audit universe, the evaluation of controls, the interview process, and the risk assessment of auditable areas.
Assists Audit Managers with the timely completion of all audit engagements on the annual internal audit plan, including the execution of the planning, fieldwork and reporting phases of internal audits by July 30th.
Supports with the coordination of requests assigned by the Vice President of Internal Audit regarding the external audit engagement and related interim work.
Supports and assists the Internal Audit Investigator with campus visits and other inquiries related to IDEA Public Schools Whistleblower Reporting Hotline reports and investigations.
Leads or assists the execution of consulting engagements as assigned by the Vice President of Internal Audit or the Director of Internal Audit in support of all departments and functions of IDEA Public Schools.
Supports the internal quality control strategy as required by professional standards for internal audits and supports the Director of Internal Audit with the execution of the quality control program.
Assists with the timely completion of all required monthly reports for presentation to the Audit Committee of the Board.
Supports Audit Managers with all communications related to internal audit engagements with management and the Audit Committee of the board.
Assists with maintaining the standard operating procedures manual and incorporates all required procedures and functions regarding the completion of internal audit engagements.
Maintains the highest levels of independence and remains free from interference to permit maintenance of a necessary independent and objective mental attitude.
Ensures compliance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards).