Operational Auditor (1833)

OVERVIEW:This position acts as the in-charge auditor on medium-size internal audits or as assistant to Auditor I on large, complex internal auditing assignments. Audits are directed at reviewing internal controls, compliance with corporate policies and procedures, safeguarding assets, and reliability of financial data. Collects pertinent factual material in work papers and writes reports covering significant findings and recommendations.SCOPE:Responsible, under the general direction of Auditing Advisor, for producing audits that cover all AACO and Subsidiary organizations. Work includes medium-sized auditing assignments involving appraisals of contract compliance, reviews of selected internal controls, reviews of computer systems, and audits of organizations. Audits may be organizational, functional, financial or operational, as needed. Special assignments include assistance to external auditors or special auditors. PRINCIPAL DUTIES:Completion of the audit. Proposes revisions in the program as circumstances warrant. Reviews and evaluates the findings and conclusions of assistants. Works in close coordination with Division Heads, Department Heads, and various staff groups. Appraises departmental activities from a management viewpoint, commenting on those matters a Manager would normally review to determine that his department is functioning in accordance with prescribed plans and procedures. Consults and receives instructions from the Auditing Advisor concerning the subject of an assigned audit, scheduled completion date, assistants available, and the general plan and scope of the audit work to be completed. Plans, schedules, and directs the work of other auditors designated as assistants on each audit. Prepares comprehensive audit program outlining scope, objectives and general procedures to be followed. After reviewing work papers of previous audits, and upon completion of preliminary research, estimates time allowed for each phase of the audit. Possess knowledge of IT controls across technical environments, with the ability to assess and evaluate risk‑based controls spanning key IT domains, including network infrastructure, firewalls, vulnerability management, systems development, information security, database administration, and project management. Conduct detailed review and testing of IT ICFR controls and ITGCs as part of dedicated IT audit assignments or in support of broader audit engagements at the request of the Audit Manager, ensuring comprehensive ITGC compliance and effective coordination with the audit team. CISA Preferred.Writes sections of audit reports covering portions of the audit made personally.Conducts closing meetings with Department Heads, along with applicable Division Heads and others, to review and discuss the report and to obtain general concurrence with the audit findings and conclusions, and also to be informed of any pertinent factors that might not have been disclosed previously. Revises report as needed and reviews all data and supports working papers before submitting final products.Reviews proposed new or revised procedures throughout AACO for adequacy of internal controls and sound business practices. Recommend changes in existing instructions, as deemed necessary.Performs other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. MBA, CPA, or CIA highly desirable.Five (5) years of experience in auditing or related work, half of which has been in public or internal auditing work.Must be able to communicate and comprehend accurately, clearly and concisely in English at a level required to perform the job as outlined.In addition to professional skill as an auditor, knowledge of Company policies, procedures and organization is highly desirable. Must be able to direct the work of several assistants, including some who will be chartered or certified public accountants. Must possess good work habits, a strong work ethic, and be able to adhere to company work hours, policies, and standard business etiquette.NO THIRD-PARTY CANDIDATES ACCEPTEDSummaryLocation: Houston, TX, United StatesType: Full TimeExperience: ExperiencedDepartment: Internal Audit