Senior Compliance Auditor

Tohono O'odham Nation•Glendale, AZ

About The Position

Provides guidance and leadership to Compliance Auditors and ensures the Tohono O'odham Nation's gaming facilities operate in accordance with the Tohono O'odham Gaming Office Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS), the Ordinance for the Regulation of Gaming Activities within the Tohono O'odham Nation, the Tribal-State Compact, the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), and National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) requirements. The position maintains the confidentiality of privileged information at all times. The Senior Compliance Auditor develops long-term audit strategies, oversees and improves departmental policies and procedures, supervises and develops staff, and conducts or coordinates inspections, audits, and investigations. The position reports findings and recommends corrective actions, follows up on corrective action plans, coordinates activities with the Arizona Department of Gaming and independent public auditors, and prepares and presents audit reports. Duties listed are illustrative and not all-inclusive.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, plus five years of auditing experience and at least two years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification by the Arizona Department of Gaming and/or licensure by the Tohono O'odham Nation before hire.
Knowledge of gaming operations, policies, procedures, and Tribal-State Compact requirements.
Knowledge of the Tohono O'odham Gaming Office Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS), the Ordinance for the Regulation of Gaming Activities within the Tohono O'odham Nation, the Tribal-State Compact, IGRA, and NIGC requirements.
Knowledge of auditing and analyzing processes and procedures, and records management procedures.
Proficiency operating word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
Ability to analyze problems, project consequences, identify solutions, and implement recommendations.
Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
Ability to prepare, review, and analyze operational reports.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively with people from varying social and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
Upon recommendation for hire, completion of a criminal background check to determine suitability for hire, including a 39-month Motor Vehicle Record.
May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license, with no DUIs or major traffic citations within the last three years.
If required to operate program vehicles, must meet the Tohono O'odham Nation tribal employer's insurance requirements to receive a driver's permit.
Depending on department needs, may be required to demonstrate fluency in both the Tohono O'odham Language and English as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Develop a comprehensive long-term strategy for audit programs covering the administrative, fiscal, and operational functions of gaming operations.
Review auditing policies and procedures, recommend revisions or updates, and implement and monitor changes in accordance with the long-term strategy and applicable regulations.
Develop, implement, and communicate departmental policies, procedures, regulations, guidelines, goals, and objectives.
Improve staff effectiveness through coaching, counseling, training, recommendations and administration of disciplinary action, and by planning, delegating, monitoring, and appraising work and results.
Conduct periodic announced or unannounced inspections or audits of all departments within the gaming facility.
Submit reports on inspection findings and recommend corrective action plans.
Follow up on corrective action plans to assess their effectiveness.
Review policy and procedure amendments to assess weaknesses and identify potential problems; recommend measures to ensure their effectiveness.
Review incident reports and conduct investigations as required.
Work with the Arizona Department of Gaming and independent public auditors to review findings and take appropriate steps to resolve issues.
Coordinate activities involving the Arizona Department of Gaming and independent public auditors.
Prepare and present audit reports as needed.
Develop and retain procedural checklists for audit systems and physical inspections to ensure information integrity.
Maintain appropriate documentation and ensure record-keeping complies with policies, procedures, and regulations.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through seminars, workshops, classes, conferences, professional publications, networks, professional societies, and consultation with contracting agencies and related organizations.
Contribute to team efforts, accomplish related results, and perform other duties as assigned.