INTERNAL AUDITOR

About the position

Auditing and analysis work of a difficult and responsible nature in auditing, review and analysis of accounting, operational and budgetary information, statistics, goals, productivity indicators, and compliance issues. An employee in this class independently performs advanced accounting, auditing and financial budget analysis work requiring considerable judgment based upon knowledge of auditing and accounting practices, principles, and procedures. Work may involve analyzing financial statements and records, determining compliance with contract terms, and accounting procedures, preparing comprehensive reports on special studies, etc. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the Internal Audit Director.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced financial accounting, auditing and/or budgetary work depending upon area of assignment.
• Analyze general ledger records and accounts.
• Prepare periodic audit and statistical analysis.
• Audit accounts for verification purposes and review various systems and internal controls.
• Audit receipts of commercial firms having percentage contracts and determine compliance with other contract terms.
• Analyze revenue and expenditure records, conduct special projects, and review financial data.
• Develop audit planning documents and audit programs for each audit.
• Prepare workpapers, schedules, and reports for completed audits.
• Perform and conduct special management studies or reviews in a wide variety of administrative and operational areas.
• Conduct functional and procedural surveys throughout the organization to evaluate operations and recommend modifications in accounting or administrative practices when warranted.
• Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or closely related field.
• Two (2) years of professional auditing and/or accounting experience.
• Knowledge of standards, procedures, and practices for financial compliance and performance audits.
• Knowledge of accounting and audit principles, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of systems of internal controls for governmental entities.
• Ability to apply auditing knowledge to the variety of policies, practices and systems found in a large and complex governmental organization.
• Ability to apply accounting knowledge to a wide variety of transactions and problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

Nice-to-haves

• Designation as a CPA and/or CIA is preferred but not required.