Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor IAre you looking for a position that will leverage your attention to detail and knack for precision? Your skills may be an excellent fit for the Internal Auditor I role with the Maricopa County Internal Audit Department!The Internal Auditor I provides objective information on the County's system of internal controls to the Board of Supervisors, enabling them to make informed decisions and protect the interests of County citizens. We'll count on you to perform engagement fieldwork such as conducting interviews/tests, gathering information/evidence, and reviewing financial statements/reports. Your role is essential, as you'll determine whether County financial and accounting systems, departmental operations, programs, and contracts comply with federal and state laws, grant requirements, and County policies.Will you be the one who enables us to deliver exceptional results? Apply now to inspire a great team!We are a team of professionals that provides independent and objective assessments designed to add value and improve the County's operations. We help the County accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.Proud To Offer:Work with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementWe support and pay for professional certifications such as the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and the Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Exceptional work-life balance, with telework options availableOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe Require:This position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, or a related field by the hire date. (While we may be able to extend an offer to a candidate who has not yet obtained their Bachelor's degree, the degree is required by the first day of work.)Other Requirements:Our selected candidate must possess a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.We Also Value:Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or other professional certification relevant to internal auditingKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards for the professional practice of internal auditing; COSO, fraud investigation procedures, and technical audit tools; research techniques, including interviews, sampling, literature reviews, and quantitative and qualitative analysis; and experience with audit management software and commonly used Microsoft productsJob Contributions:Conducts audits of the County's financial and accounting systems, departmental operations, programs, and contractsPerforms research and risk assessments to determine operational and financial areas to auditPerforms audit fieldwork consisting of conducting interviews, gathering information and evidence, conducting tests, and reviewing financial statements and reportsDetermines compliance with federal and state laws, grant requirements, and County policiesEvaluates internal and management controlsAnalyzes processes and work methods and prepares report findingsPrepares audit documentation, memoranda, and other correspondenceWorking Conditions:Work is performed in an office environment or from home in a teleworking arrangementTravel may be required in and around Maricopa County (not out of state)Selection Procedure:Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the interactive process.Apply Now!