Lead Internal Auditor

Major Responsibilities Leads and performs complex internal audits and coordinates related large-scale projects. Identifies, documents, and analyzes audit findings and develops audit programs that address and test identified key risks. Performs follow-up audits and monitoring to ensure appropriate adherence to policies and procedures. Monitors compliance with regulations and controls by examining and analyzing records, reports, operating practices, and documentation. Evaluates opportunities for improvement, develops recommendations, and presents improvement opportunities/audit findings to leadership. Acts as a resource to educate, consult and collaborate with staff on various audit related topics. Guides and educates departments on methods to decrease risk and increase compliance in organizational-wide programs, policies, and procedures. Assists the independent external auditors by gathering information, answering questions, executing testing, coordinating any further assistance needed, and performing related projects. Assists with establishment of annual audit plans by leading discussions with management to identify timing, scope and objectives of audits. Assists with the coordination of risk models/assessments to identify and develop an audit plan to address potential risks for specific audit scope areas. Ensures alignment of audit and project plans with risk assessment. Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required Certified Public Accountant (CPA) issued by a State Board of Accountancy, or Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification issued by Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), or Internal Auditor (CIA) certification issued by The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). Education Required Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field. Experience Required Typically requires 5 years of experience in auditing with a focus on identifying, documenting, and analyzing audit findings, recommending opportunities for improvement, and experience in leading audits. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Proven ability to communicate with all levels of management. Ability to plan and organize work in a fast paced environment. Ability to successfully plan and complete new projects that have never been tried or tested previously. Ability to function independently and work with a team. Full understanding of the audit lifecycle. Ability to discern specific departmental and organizational needs and requirements for improvement in operations and internal system controls. Expertise in leading projects and project management, including leading audit planning and identifying key project activities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or similar products with ability to learn new applications. Physical Requirements And Working Conditions Involves travel to and from the office to other facilities within as well as to organizations with which the System does business. Lifting and moving reports and notebooks weighing up to ten pounds. Majority of day is spent sitting. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. #J-18808-Ljbffr