Senior Internal Auditor
About The Position
The Senior Internal Auditor will assess the adequacy of internal controls, efficiency of operating processes, accuracy of transactions and other operating activities, and compliance with stated goals, policies, procedures, laws, and regulations through the completion of comprehensive audits of Treasury operations. This role involves assisting in the preparation of Treasury’s risk-based annual audit plan, leading and executing internal audits, coordinating policy and control plan updates, acting as a business consultant, and completing special projects. The Senior Internal Auditor will also serve as a backup liaison to external auditors and state agencies, and may require travel.
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 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 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
- Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Nice To Haves
- Certified Internal Auditor designation preferred but not required.
- Government experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the preparation of Treasury’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 policies, internal control plans and business continuity plans.
- Acts as a business consultant for Treasury’s departments and divisions.
- Completes special projects as requested by Treasury’s executive management or Director of Internal Audit.
- Serves as back-up to the Director as the liaison to external auditors, third-party entities, and state agencies.
- Travel as required.
- Other tasks or projects as requested.
Benefits
- Equal Opportunity Employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
