SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR I (DOA)

Internal Auditor

Within the Office of Internal Audit at the Department of Administration (DOA), to develop, prioritize and complete highly complex and detailed audits for evaluating the effectiveness and efficiencies of management, internal controls, accuracy of financial information and compliance with statutes, regulations, policies and internal procedures of state departments, agencies, quasi-state agencies, or other entities within the purview of the Office of Internal Audit; to serve as the in-charge auditor on a regular or assigned basis and to coordinate and review the work of professional auditors during an audit; and to do related work as required.

Works under the general supervision of a superior with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgement; work is reviewed in process and upon completion for conformance to rules, regulations, procedures and for the application of generally accepted auditing standards and techniques.

Serves as the in-charge auditor by coordinating and reviewing the work of professional auditors on a project basis as well as providing technical guidance / direction and assistance to lower-level auditors on a regular or project basis.

Knowledge of accounting principles and practices; professional auditing standards, methods and procedures; audit techniques and requirements in the examination of various federal grants and programs; corporation and governmental finance and the ability to interpret state and federal laws, rules and regulations as they pertain to such; state and federal laws, rules and regulations; interviewing techniques and procedures; statistics and sampling and the ability to apply statistical and non-statistical sampling techniques; auditing practices and procedures applicable to computer assisted auditing techniques; information systems technology, operations and applications; the ability to gather, analyze, interpret and evaluate technical data; the ability to develop a plan to assess the risk of fraud and to develop, prioritize and complete detailed, complex audits; the ability to recognize deficiencies in management controls and procedures and to recommend corrective action; the ability to interpret program laws, rules and regulations; the ability to serve as the in-charge auditor by coordinating and reviewing the work of professional auditors as well as to provide training, technical guidance / direction and assistance on a regular or assigned basis; the ability to assist in the development of audit schedules, objectives, timeframes and scopes to ensure adequate audit coverage; the ability to provide training to auditing professionals; the ability to prepare complex and in-depth reports, work papers, analysis summaries, and recommendations; the ability to recognize deficiencies in accounting, compliance and management controls; the ability to communicate effectively with public officials, employees and customers; and related capacities and abilities.

Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an institution of recognized standing with a major in Accounting and must meet the requirements leading to a relevant professional certification including but not limited to Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or possession of a Master's Degree in Accounting; and a minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in the field of auditing or accounting, such as through extensive employment in a large federal agency, state department or in a large private organization involving the application of the professional auditing standards, investigation practices, procedures and techniques, including assessment of internal and external controls. At the time of appointment, must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain such license as a condition of employment.

Preferred candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills to conduct thorough risk assessments. A solid understanding of deficiencies in accounting, compliance, and management controls is essential. The ability to communicate clearly and effectively with auditees is preferred. Proficiency in interpreting audit and accounting standards, state and federal regulations, and familiarity with contractual language is highly desirable.