Senior Auditor

Responsibilities

• Conducts internal audit activities within the organization, including providing independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the organization's operations.
• Evaluate key risks and internal controls, develop and/or review audit programs/risk & control matrices, benchmark financial and operational processes and controls, and participate in annual risk assessment activities.
• Perform testing procedures such as detailed tests of controls including sampling/confidence levels and analytical procedures, to address risks identified.
• Lead the drafting of internal audit reports and identify/document audit observations, root causes, risk/exposure, and recommendations for improvement.
• Create high quality deliverables, document audit work performed and results by preparing work papers, narratives, and flow charts for audit areas in scope.
• Collaborate directly with clients and the internal audit team. Participate in client discussions and meetings, and identify client concerns.
• Coach, mentor and review work papers for auditors and interns.
• Remain current on business and utility industry trends and NYPA-related strategic initiatives and share with the team.

Qualifications

• Understanding of COSO, GAAP, FERC, FASB and IIA standards, and/or basic understanding of IT general controls.
• Ability to plan, organize, manage time and deadlines, and execute assignments.
• Ability to acquire, analyze and interpret large volumes of data to identify potential audit observations and develop practical recommendations.
• Strong verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 4 years audit or related experience preferred.

Pay

The estimated salary range for this position is: $102,000 - $140,800. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Schedule

Up to 20% travel primarily within New York State.