Director of Auditing

The director of auditing position is in the Department of Revenue's Office of Inspector General and directs assurance and advisory engagements, special studies, and other accountability activities designed to add value and improve productivity and efficiency in department operations. This position performs responsibilities in accordance with the professional standards and requirements established by section 20.055, Florida Statutes. RESPONSIBILITIESCoordinate and oversee staff activities to provide an integrated audit approach for evaluating information technology and non-information technology systems, processes, risks, and controlsReview working papers and reports for technical and analytical sufficiency, compliance with office policies and professional standards, and achievement of engagement objectivesAssist with the annual and ongoing assessment of Department risks. Collaborate with business process owners and senior management to analyze risks, develop supporting documentation, and reporting mechanisms to develop and prepare both the long-term and annual audit plan.Identify, monitor, and evaluate agency- and business process-level risks and controls, identify weaknesses, and recommend improvementsPerform or serve as lead auditor for assurance and advisory engagements, special studies, and other accountability activities involving operational procedures and management practicesAssist agency officials and staff by providing recommendations which promote the most efficient and effective achievement of agency objectives, including the development of resource allocation methodologiesOversee the coordination of and cooperation with audits and reviews conducted by external entities, including the Florida Auditor General (AG), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability (OPPAGA), and other governmental entitiesMonitor the implementation of agency responses to internal or external audit findings and recommendations and report on the status of correction actionsReview proposed changes in laws, rules, and regulations to evaluate their potential impact on Department policies, programs, and operationsPlan and direct the Internal Audit section’s quality assurance activities and quality improvement programMaintain the Internal Audit section’s procedures and forms manualEnsure internal audit records are retained and disposed of in accordance with records management and retention requirementsEnsure that confidential information created, obtained, or used by the Internal Audit section is strictly accounted for and physically protectedPromote accountability and continuous improvement through strategic planning and the implementation and evaluation of programs and policies. Make timely and effective decisions that support the achievement of organizational objectives.Develop and communicate program goals, strategies, and performance expectations to employeesEvaluate employee performance and take appropriate actionIdentify the training and resources employees need to accomplish program objectivesMake recommendations concerning employee hiring, dismissal, advancement, promotion, and any other change of employment status. Such recommendations are given appropriate weight in the decision-making process.Other duties as assigned MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSA bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting or with a major in business which includes five courses in accountingFive years of experience as an internal auditor or independent post auditor, electronic data processing auditor, accountant, or any combination thereof. The experience as a minimum consists of audits of units of government or private business enterprises, operating for profit or not for profit. SUBSTITUTIONSA master’s degree in accounting, business administration, or public administration from an accredited college or university and four years of experience as required aboveA certified public accountant (CPA) license or a certified internal auditor (CIA) designation and four years of experience as an internal auditor, which includes audits of units of government or private business enterprises PREFERENCESOne or more of the following professional designations: CPA, CIA, or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)Three years of experience serving as an Auditor Director or Deputy Audit Director within an Office of Inspector GeneralKnowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors’ Global Internal Audit Standards and the Association of Inspectors General’s Principles and Standards for the Offices of Inspectors GeneralKnowledge of information technology and commonly used business applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, data analysis, and presentation softwareKnowledge of internal auditing principles, practices, methods, and techniques, including risk assessment, internal controls, quality assurance, and engagement planningAbility to understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, including requirements governing sensitive and confidential informationAbility to analyze organizational processes, risks, and internal controls, evaluate compliance, identify control weaknesses, and recommend improvementsAbility to collect, compile, analyze, and evaluate performance and operational data and develop well-supported findings, conclusions, and recommendationsAbility to quickly develop an understanding of complex organizational processes, systems, and operationsAbility to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and present facts, conclusions, and recommendations clearly, concisely, and persuasivelyAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others by active listening, encouraging collaboration, and facilitating an open exchange of ideasAbility to analyze complex problems, apply sound judgment, distinguish relevant from irrelevant information, and develop practical solutionsAbility to lead and supervise employees, establish performance expectations, evaluate work products, provide constructive feedback, and promote professional developmentAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities, adapt to changing circumstances, and meet established deadlinesAbility to apply technology and data analysis tools to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of workProficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook SALARY: $93,000 - $108,000 BENEFITSHealth, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; tuition waivers; paid sick and personal leave; 10 paid holidays annually; retirement savings; and more