Sr. Internal Auditor

About the role

The Sr. Internal Auditor is responsible for executing both routine and complex audit assignments throughout the Authority and third parties. Assist in providing recommendations that improve internal controls, add value and/or create greater efficiencies with respect to operations, compliance, reporting, etc. Employees in this classification are responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of activities which support the overall audit function.

Responsibilities

• Leads the full audit cycle of planning, testing, and reporting for routine and more complex audits of specific operations requiring the development of data, interpretation of intangible or unusual factors, summarization of findings and presentation of recommendations and suggestions.
• Conducts risk assessments (e.g., RACMs) including identifying process level risks, determining the ranking of risks and documenting existing controls (or control gaps)
• Evaluates the relevance, reliability, and integrity of reports and information systems where applicable.
• Partners with management to ensure remediation action plans have been effectively implemented or completed.
• Documents results and communicates audit findings and corresponding recommendations that contribute to continuous improvement of the process or control environment.
• Identifies/leads/participates in various special projects.
• Leads and works collaboratively with audit team to complete audit activities and deliverables in a timely manner.
• Perform data analytics as a part of the audit process for planning, testing, and reporting purposes.
• Provides regular updates on project progress and interim results to key stakeholders, both internal (within the department) and external (process owners, executives, etc.)
• Maintains confidentiality of all information obtained during the execution of job responsibilities.
• Keeps abreast of all relevant pronouncements, changes, etc., and evaluate their impact or potential impact on the Authority.
• Provides audit assistance to the Authority's public accounting firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Three to five years' experience

Preferred

• Audit related certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, PMI, CMA, etc.)
• Experience with International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and COSO, along with excellent technical and comprehension abilities
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills including knowledge of Excel and other spreadsheet programs, and the ability to quickly assimilate knowledge of Authority's computer systems used into the development of audit practices and procedures.
• Project management, construction accounting/analysis or fund accounting experience

Pay

Starting: $85,632 - Midpoint: $112,674 / Annually