MSRB Senior Internal Auditor

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

37d • Hybrid

About The Position

Works as a member of the Internal Audit Department to review the Massachusetts State Board of Retirement's ("MSRB") processes for efficiency, effectiveness and adequacy of controls.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS) and Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Familiarity with COSO, complex organizational structures and information technology.
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office software suite
• Experience using Audit management and analytic software
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead audits with a high degree of autonomy and professional judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues to all levels of MSRB and Treasury personnel in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze complex processes, to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of the process and related controls.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple audit engagements and projects as assigned and adapt to changing priorities.
• Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs, including all of Treasury’s policies.
• Personally committed to and actively works toward continuous improvement.
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration and a certificate in accountancy, or related field and professional designation.
• A comprehensive auditing skill set covering a broad range of financial, compliance, and operational areas.
• 5 – 7 years of audit experience in government, a large public accounting/audit firm, or major corporation.
• An advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards and Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Experience auditing retirement systems preferred
• Experience leading audits, conducting research, interpreting laws and regulations, analyzing data, developing audit findings and recommendations and report writing
• Experience conducting risk assessments
• Experience utilizing audit management and analytic software

Nice To Haves

• Certified Internal Auditor designation preferred but not required.
• Government experience is preferred.
• Experience auditing retirement systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of MSRB’s risk-based annual audit plan
• Leads and executes internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes and compliance with applicable regulations. Including but not limited to planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow-up.
• Coordinates and maintains Treasury’s annual process for reviewing and updating MSRB policies, internal control plan and business continuity plan.
• Acts as a business consultant for MSRB’s departments.
• Completes special projects as requested by Treasury’s executive management or Director of Internal Audit.
• Serves as back-up to the MSRB Audit Supervisor as the liaison to external auditors, third-party entities, and state agencies.
• Travel as required.
• Other tasks or projects as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior