Senior Auditor

Roles And Responsibilities

• Acts as in-charge auditor and is responsible for audit projects.
• Evaluates internal controls and delegates and/or performs audit assignments/tasks as outlined in audit programs.
• Identifies financial discrepancies, control weaknesses, and other problems.
• Proposes recommendations to Internal Audit management for consideration.
• Prepares audit planning work under the guidance of a Managing Auditor or Director, IA.
• Assists in the development of the audit program and conducts tests of controls.
• Prepares clear, concise, accurate and timely audit report, incorporating audit results and recommendations.
• Performs special reviews and projects or other assignments at the request of Internal Audit management.
• Performs follow-up of prior issued audit reports to ensure that audit recommendations are implemented, and adequate corrective action is taken.
• Establishes and maintains a professional working relationship with all members of the Internal Audit Department and interacts with members of all other NJ TRANSIT departments and outside entities in an effective, professional, and confidential manner in order to accomplish his/her duties.
• Performs other departmental related work as directed by Auditor General.

Education, Experience, And Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Auditing, Accounting, Business Administration, or related area required.
• Minimum of five years of auditing and/or public accounting experience required.

Knowledge And Skills

• CPA or IIA’s Certified Internal Auditor certification desirable.
• Knowledge of GAAP and GAAS and audit sampling.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing required.
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite, e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook required.
• Familiarity with Visio and TeamMate software programs desirable.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• CPA or IIA’s Certified Internal Auditor certification desired.

Benefits

Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Paid Leave
Tuition Assistance
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
Retirement Plans
401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

About the Role

Summary Plans and executes audit assignments for financial, operational processes and intermediate to more complex audit assignments under the guidance of a Managing Auditor or Director, IA.