Lead Internal Auditor

City of Brampton•Union, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Internal Auditor plans and performs internal audit assurance and advisory engagements of moderate complexity for the City of Brampton, in accordance with the Internal Audit Charter, recognized professional practices, and codes of professional conduct. Reporting to the Manager, Internal Audit—or to the Director, Internal Audit on solo projects—the role leads risk-based audits, operational effectiveness reviews, and compliance audits, and works with management to develop risk mitigation strategies. The position may lead, participate in, or independently conduct audits, and may supervise more junior project staff. It also supports audit resource planning and management, including third-party consultants, and contributes to the audit function’s strategic and annual work planning. The role conducts research and risk assessment; develops project plans, audit programs, and evidence collection plans; performs audit procedures and evaluates evidence; identifies issues and improvement opportunities; and prepares working papers, findings, recommendations, and draft reports. It evaluates management action plans, communicates recommendations to auditees and committees, and keeps Internal Audit leadership informed of progress and emerging issues. The position may also undertake special audits and investigations, including fraud reviews and forensic audits, and contributes to risk management, continuous improvement, teamwork, and the development of Internal Audit initiatives. This is a full-time, temporary vacancy for 18 months, with a 35-hour work week, located at City Hall. The hiring salary range is $117,414–$132,091 per annum.

Requirements

A university degree in a relevant field such as business, accounting, or management, coupled with an accounting designation (CPA, CA; CPA, CMA; or CPA, CGA) or an auditing designation such as CIA or CISA. The selection criteria also recognizes specified auditing designations including CGAP and CRMA, and permits an equivalent combination of education, skills, and considerable relevant experience.
At least 5 years of practical experience planning, performing, and reporting on value-for-money/performance audits, operational/control audits, and other audit projects.
At least 2 years of experience leading audit professionals.
Comprehensive knowledge of audit principles, practices, techniques, and standards, including IIA Standards and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.
Sound organizational, interpersonal, oral communication, and written communication skills.
Project management, analytical, initiative, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to deal courteously and effectively with staff, management, and members of council, and to build consensus.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and audit applications such as TeamMate or Pentana.

Nice To Haves

Public sector internal audit experience.
Fraud certifications or audit certifications such as CFE.
Experience with data analytics applications such as ACL or TeamMate Analytics, including using data analytics to collect and analyze electronic data for audits or special projects.
Experience with Pentana, TeamMate, or other audit software is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, perform, and report on risk-based assurance and advisory engagements, operational effectiveness reviews, and audits of compliance with legislation, regulations, by-laws, and City policies and procedures.
Lead audits, participate as a team member, or work independently on projects; supervise more junior project staff where applicable.
Research assigned audit entities or subject matter, including reviewing relevant plans, reports, laws, standards, meeting minutes, financial statements, and other materials, and conducting discussions and site visits.
Develop audit project plans by defining objectives, scope, and methodology; assessing risk and internal controls; and establishing budgets and reporting timelines.
Prepare audit programs and evidence collection plans, define audit criteria, develop procedures and tests, and determine how evidence will be collected and analyzed.
Conduct audit procedures such as interviews, analysis, document examination, site visits, and other testing; adapt procedures as issues emerge.
Assess audit evidence, identify significant issues and improvement opportunities, quantify potential cost savings or revenue opportunities, and explain non-financial impacts.
Develop practical audit recommendations to improve City services and operations.
Prepare and review audit working papers and project files in accordance with professional auditing standards and Internal Audit guidelines and manuals.
Evaluate audit results and prepare summaries of audit observations, conclusions, and recommendations.
Draft audit reports or report sections for review by senior Internal Audit management and present recommendations to auditee personnel as required.
Evaluate management action plans responding to audit recommendations.
Keep the Director or Manager of Internal Audit informed of project progress, emerging issues, and significant areas, and recommend actions to meet project objectives and deadlines.
Support planning, coordination, and management of audit resources, including third-party consultants.
Contribute to the Internal Audit strategic planning process, City-wide risk assessment, and annual and long-term audit work plans.
Attend Audit Committee meetings and present audit projects as required.
Perform special audits and investigations, including fraud reviews and forensic audits, as required.
Maintain professional relationships with auditees and stay informed about assigned departments’ operations and audit concerns.
Contribute to teamwork, communication, work quality, organizational performance, continuous learning, and Internal Audit corporate initiatives such as training, IT applications, and process improvement.