Senior Inspector General Auditor

Auditor Position

Under the direction of the Inspector General and the supervision of the Audit Manager, is responsible for the planning, executing, and reporting of audits and investigations in order to analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of procedures, programs, and operating controls. Serves as a staff specialist in the area of accounting records, operations, policies, and procedures. Also plans and conducts investigations relating to potential fraud, waste, and abuse. This position is distinguished from others in the Inspector General Department by the increased level of experience, education, and training required as well as the complexity of work performed. This position is classified as non-exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Essential Duties

• Manages and completes all phases of the audit process-survey, audit plans and programs, field work, reporting, and follow-up for assigned areas. Proposes uses of data analytics, sampling plans, and IT needs.
• Examines and analyzes accounting records, operations, policies, and procedures. Determines the validity and propriety of financial records, effectiveness of controls, efficiency and effectiveness of operations, and compliance with laws, policies, and procedures.
• Confers with management concerning audit results and recommendations. Prepares reports summarizing findings and presents to management.
• Documents and performs work in accordance with The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards and other applicable professional and departmental standards and practices.
• Serves as a consultant to staff regarding best practices in accounting and financial records, controls, risk controls, and associated procedures and policies.
• Serves as a lead auditor as assigned on more complex audits and investigations, and coordinates and reviews the work of other audit staff and / or specialists as necessary.
• Plans and conducts investigations relating to fraud, waste, or abuse.
• Researches potential benchmarks, best practices, and applicable laws.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Physical Activities

Physical Requirements

Visual Acuity