Senior Internal Auditor

City of Glendale•Glendale, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction of the Principal Auditor, this mid-management classification performs technical and complex municipal internal auditing work and supervises subordinate internal auditing staff. Ensures Internal Audit services are provided with exceptional customer service and that the Internal Audit activities are conducted with the highest level of ethical standards. Reviews, evaluates, and tests the efficiency, effectiveness, and legal compliance of a wide variety of City programs, functions and activities. Tests for control compliance and objective achievement. Ensures conformance with best practices and effective use of resources. Reviews and appraises the fiscal integrity of City operations by analyzing fiscal procedures, verifying accounts and expenditures, and providing other analyses of financial and operating data; provides follow-up information regarding effectiveness and the safeguarding of City assets and revenues. Examines records of the City and its officers, employees and agents whose activities are associated with the receipt, disbursement, use, custody, and/or obligations of financial assets or property. Identifies weaknesses in financial controls that may subject the City to a loss of control over its assets or to improperly account for its transactions. Recommends adjustments or changes to City accounting methods. Determines compliance with City financial policies for preparation of legally mandated financial statements. Develops benchmarks and recommends the development of policies and procedures based on audit findings. Makes oral presentations and prepares written reports outlining findings and recommendations. Keeps and maintains records of audit projects and activities. Participates in special investigations, projects and programs as requested. Assists in the development of the internal audit schedule. Assists the Principal Auditor in coordinating audit-related activities with other City divisions and outside agencies. Acts as staff support to the Principal Auditor on matters dealing with the Audit Committee. Plans, organizes, implements and supervises team audits. Plans, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of subordinate internal auditing staff. Reviews and evaluates employees' job performance, and effectively initiates, recommends, and carries out personnel actions. Supervises special investigations, projects, and programs as requested. Acts as an advisor, upon request, to City divisions in their efforts to identify and improve controls, procedures, and systems efficiencies. Acts as an advisor to the Principal Auditor and to City Management regarding audit and financial matters. May have the opportunity to participate in related divisional cross-training efforts. Experience and qualifications gained in this cross training may apply towards promotional opportunities and transfers. Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner. Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

Requirements

An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Five years of progressively responsible, professional experience conducting internal audits.
This experience must include either two years at a supervisory level or four years as an Internal Auditor with the City of Glendale, or equivalent.
Experience must also include initiating, planning, organizing, and supervising team audits, as well as reporting results to management and executive level personnel.
Bachelor's Degree in accounting, information systems, business or a related field.
Valid Class C California driver's license.
Possession of one of the following certifications: (1) Certified Internal Auditor (CIA); (2) Certified Public Accountant (CPA); or (3) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
Knowledge of audit data analytics.
Knowledge of auditing and accounting principles, theories and procedures applicable to the control of various accounting systems.
Knowledge of budget preparation, monitoring and analysis techniques.
Knowledge of cost accounting procedures and systems.
Knowledge of internal audit procedures and reports required for compliance with federal and state regulations.
Knowledge of laws and regulations governing public agencies in fiscal and operational accounting operations.
Knowledge of principles and practices of management, supervision, and employee training and development.
Knowledge of research and statistical methods.
Knowledge of and skill in exceptional customer service practices.
Skill in making independent judgments and decisions based on standard policies or procedures.
Ability to provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors.
Ability to analyze data, operations, policies, procedures, audit findings, memos and legislation to adopt effective courses of action.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on a professional level.
Ability to effectively lead, coach, instruct, and motivate employees.
Ability to effectively review and evaluate employees' job performance.
Ability to effectively supervise subordinates.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, coworkers, other divisions, and supervisors.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and creativity in making decisions.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in problem situations.
Ability to foster a teamwork environment.
Ability to interpret and apply legal and administrative accounting/auditing rules to various accounting systems.
Ability to prepare comprehensive, clear and concise financial, statistical, technical reports and correspondence.
Ability to recommend solutions and evaluate outcomes.
Ability and willingness to initiate, recommend, and carry out personnel actions.
Willingness to carry out responsibilities independently.
Willingness to work overtime as requested.
Willingness to assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in performing information technology audits and data analytics, including scripting, are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Ensures Internal Audit services are provided with exceptional customer service and that the Internal Audit activities are conducted with the highest level of ethical standards.
Reviews, evaluates, and tests the efficiency, effectiveness, and legal compliance of a wide variety of City programs, functions and activities.
Tests for control compliance and objective achievement.
Ensures conformance with best practices and effective use of resources.
Reviews and appraises the fiscal integrity of City operations by analyzing fiscal procedures, verifying accounts and expenditures, and providing other analyses of financial and operating data; provides follow-up information regarding effectiveness and the safeguarding of City assets and revenues.
Examines records of the City and its officers, employees and agents whose activities are associated with the receipt, disbursement, use, custody, and/or obligations of financial assets or property.
Identifies weaknesses in financial controls that may subject the City to a loss of control over its assets or to improperly account for its transactions.
Recommends adjustments or changes to City accounting methods.
Determines compliance with City financial policies for preparation of legally mandated financial statements.
Develops benchmarks and recommends the development of policies and procedures based on audit findings.
Makes oral presentations and prepares written reports outlining findings and recommendations.
Keeps and maintains records of audit projects and activities.
Participates in special investigations, projects and programs as requested.
Assists in the development of the internal audit schedule.
Assists the Principal Auditor in coordinating audit-related activities with other City divisions and outside agencies.
Acts as staff support to the Principal Auditor on matters dealing with the Audit Committee.
Plans, organizes, implements and supervises team audits.
Plans, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of subordinate internal auditing staff.
Reviews and evaluates employees' job performance, and effectively initiates, recommends, and carries out personnel actions.
Supervises special investigations, projects, and programs as requested.
Acts as an advisor, upon request, to City divisions in their efforts to identify and improve controls, procedures, and systems efficiencies.
Acts as an advisor to the Principal Auditor and to City Management regarding audit and financial matters.
May have the opportunity to participate in related divisional cross-training efforts.
Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.