Internal Auditor

Open Examination - One Year Probationary Period This mid‑management classification performs difficult technical and complex internal auditing work and performs all phases involved in an audit, including planning, organising, performing, and reporting. Essential Functions Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards. Reviews, evaluates, and tests the efficiency, effectiveness, and legal compliance of a wide variety of City programs, functions and activities. Tests for control compliance and objective achievement. Ensures conformance with best practices and effective use of resources. Reviews and appraises the fiscal integrity of City operations by analysing fiscal procedures, verifying accounts and expenditures, and providing other analyses of financial and operating data. Provides follow‑up information regarding effectiveness and the safeguarding of City assets and revenues. Examines records of the City and its officers, employees and agents whose activities are associated with the receipt, disbursement, use, custody, and/or obligations of financial assets or property. Identifies weaknesses in financial controls that may subject the City to a loss of control over its assets or to improperly account for its transactions. Recommends adjustments or changes to City accounting methods. Determines compliance with City financial policies for preparation of legally mandated financial statements. Develops benchmarks and recommends the development of policies and procedures based on audit findings. Makes oral presentations and prepares written reports outlining findings and recommendations. Keeps and maintains records of audit projects and activities. Participates in special investigations, projects and programs as requested. Assists in the development of the internal audit schedule. Assists the Principal Auditor in coordinating audit‑related activities with other City divisions and outside agencies. Acts as staff support to the Principal Auditor on matters dealing with the Audit Committee. May have the opportunity to participate in related divisional cross‑training efforts. Experience and qualifications gained in this cross‑training may apply towards promotional opportunities and transfers. May lead a team of subordinate staff on specific projects. Develops audit procedures and schedules audits. Acts as an advisor to the Principal Auditor and to City Management regarding audit and financial matters. Acts as an advisor, upon request, to City divisions in their efforts to identify and improve controls, procedures, and systems efficiencies. Directs subordinate staff on specific team audit assignments. Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner. Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires. Experience and Education Four years of progressively responsible, professional experience conducting internal audits. Experience must include either one year at a supervisory level or two years as an Internal Audit Associate with the City of Glendale, or equivalent. University degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Information Systems, Business or a related field. Valid Class C California driver's license. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of auditing and accounting principles, theories and procedures applicable to the control of various accounting systems. Budget preparation, monitoring and analysis techniques. Cost accounting procedures and systems. Internal audit procedures and reports required for compliance with federal and state regulations. Laws and regulations governing public agencies in fiscal and operational accounting operations. Principles of management, supervision, and employee training and development. Research and statistical methods. Good customer service practices. Ability to make independent judgments and decisions based on standard policies or procedures. Ability to provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors. Ability to analyse data, operations, policies, procedures, audit findings, memos and legislation to adopt effective courses of action. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on a professional level. Ability to develop necessary skills from on‑the‑job training and meet the standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period. Ability to effectively lead, coach, instruct, and motivate employees. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, coworkers, other divisions, and supervisors. Ability to exercise sound judgment and creativity in making decisions and solving problems. Ability to foster a teamwork environment. Ability to interpret and apply legal and administrative accounting/auditing rules to various accounting systems. Ability to model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct. Ability to prepare comprehensive, clear, and concise financial, statistical, technical reports and correspondence. Ability to provide clear work instruction and recommend solutions and evaluate outcomes. Willingness to recommend personnel actions. Willingness to carry out responsibilities independently. Willingness to work overtime as requested. Willingness to assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment. Other Characteristics Willingness to recommend personnel actions. Other characteristics: work overtime as requested, assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr