Auditor

Auditor

The Auditor conducts all phases of internal audit and control functions focusing on operational efficiency and effectiveness, financial and non-financial reporting, information systems and technology, and regulatory compliance. This role evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the enterprise's governance, risk management process, system of internal control structure, and the quality of performance within the enterprise.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Information Systems, Healthcare Management or related field. In lieu of degree, five (5) years' professional experience in public accounting, internal auditing, finance/accounting, information systems, government regulations, healthcare management or an audit related field will be considered in addition to the experience requirements listed below.

Licensing/Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designations, and/or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) preferred.

Experience & Knowledge: Minimum three (3) years' professional experience in public accounting, internal auditing, finance/accounting, information systems, government regulations, healthcare management or an audit related field. Experience conducting at least two (2) small-scale (less than 80 hours of total fieldwork) and two (2) large-scale (over 80 hours of total fieldwork) audits, audit projects or demonstrated equivalent experience. Knowledge of, and proficiency in applying, the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors. Knowledge of, and proficiency in applying, auditing, internal control, and risk management principles and leading practices.

Essential Abilities: Ability to build and maintain diplomatic rapport. Ability to interface with stakeholders of all levels across the enterprise. Ability to coordinate and balance multiple projects in a time-sensitive environment. Ability to organize workflow to establish goals and plan for maximum efficiency to achieve those goals.

Skills

• Analytical Decision Making • Analytical Problem Solving • Business Compliance • Continuous Learning • Critical Thinking • Cross-Functional Planning • Customer Relationship Management (CRM) • Interpersonal Relationship Management • Microsoft Office • Oral Communications • Sound Judgment • Time Management • Written Communication

Responsibilities

• Assist management with the development of the annual audit plan, and championing internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the enterprise. • Assists with the coordination and facilitation of external audits of the private business lines. • Collaborates with leadership and necessary departments as well as external auditors and regulators to schedules projects, functions, or areas to be audited ensuring resources and tools are available to meet audit needs. • Communicates with management of departmental or functional area, conducts risk assessment, develops risk-based audit program, and determines scope of the audit. • Conducts audit fieldwork including walk-throughs, sampling and substantive testing, updates description of controls narratives and/or flowcharts, and communicates engagement status to management of the department or functional area. • Drafts comprehensive audit reports • Performs essential job functions either individually with manager oversight or with the assistance of a lead auditor. • Performs non-audit projects, such as year-end Internal Control Assertion, external audit support, internal control consulting, fraud investigations and other projects assigned by management. • Stays abreast of emerging risks and ensures innovative audit techniques are built into audit design, audit plans, staff allocation and logistics coordination.

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Arkansas State Board of Public Accountancy

Security Requirements

This position is identified as level three (3). This position must ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information to prevent substantial harm, embarrassment, inconvenience, or unfairness to any individual on whom information is maintained. The integrity of information must be maintained as outlined in the company Administrative Manual.

Segregation of Duties

Segregation of duties will be used to ensure that errors or irregularities are prevented or detected on a timely basis by employees in the normal course of business. This position must adhere to the segregation of duties guidelines in the Administrative Manual.

Employment Type

Regular

ADA Requirements

1.1 General Office Worker, Sedentary, Campus Travel - Someone who normally works in an office setting or remotely and routinely travels for work within walking distance of location of primary work assignment.