Internal Auditor (Open Until Filled)
- GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The posting will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will be on June 14, 2021. The Internal Auditor is responsible for planning and conducting operational, financial, and compliance audits to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. Makes written recommendations to senior administration to increase the efficiency and/or effectiveness of the control systems of functions reviewed. Performs special investigations as requested by County Administration. Performs other duties as required.
- ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Reviews and evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, compliance with laws/policies/regulations/procedures, and the safeguarding of assets
• Develops an Internal Audit Plan annually and submits that plan to County Administration for approval.
• Implements the Internal Audit Plan as approved, including any specials projects assigned by County Administration
• Performs financial, economy and efficiency and performance audits of County departments in accordance with Generally Accepted Audit Standards (GAAS), Principles of Government Accounting, and Government Audit Standards (The Yellow Book)
• Ensures follow-up on corrective action plans to address audit recommendations.
• Administers the fraud, waste and abuse hotline and coordinates investigations.
• Develops and formulates all audit policies, programs, guidelines and plans within the framework of relevant County regulations, procedures, controls and professional standards
• Develops an assessment of risk
• Develops an integrated information technology audit approach, including use of audit software
• Considers the scope of work of external auditors for the purpose of providing optimal audit coverage to the County including the contracting with external auditors for annual and as needed audit services
• Reports significant audit findings and recommendations to County Administration- REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES
- EducationRequired: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with concentration in accounting, management, economics, finance, or business administration.Preferred: Master's DegreeExperienceRequired: Minimum of seven (7) years related experience in auditing in municipal government or public accounting with planning an audit engagement to include: preparing audit work plans, preparing audit reports detailing findings, and recommendations for corrective action, or an equivalent combination of training and experience to perform the work.Preferred: Experience in auditing in municipal governmentCertifications/ LicensesRequired: Certified Public Accountant and/or Certified Internal AuditorKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Extensive knowledge of Government Auditing Standards (GAS), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and other recognized auditing and accounting practices
- Thorough knowledge of advanced accounting and auditing techniques, including concepts, terminology, and internal audit procedures
- Comprehensive skill in applying analytical techniques and sound judgment to the review of department operations
- Extensive knowledge of internal audit standards, procedures, techniques and internal control
- Thorough knowledge of management principles, methods, and practices
- Ability to research federal, state and local laws to determine impact on the audit process
- Ability to work independently, plan and conduct interviews to collect information, document problems, and make recommendations for improvement
- Ability to communicate results of audits clearly and concisely, both in writing and orally
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem solving skills
- Strong computer skills with regard to Word, Excel, Vizio or other flowcharting software
- Familiarity with auditing software
Additional RequirementsSubject to a complete criminal history background, credit search with acceptable results and verification of credentials. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNone - OTHER INFORMATION
Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefit package that includes:
• Progressive Flexible Leave Plan with cash-in option
• Twelve paid holidays
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
• Virginia Retirement System - Membership in VRS is automatic upon hire into a covered position. County contributes and employees pay their membership contribution.
• Deferred Compensation Plan with County Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Credit Union Membership
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01Describe your experience in developing internal audit plans and your process to follow up on corrective action plans.02Describe your experience with audit software programs.03Discuss your experience in detecting fraud and how you went about communicting such fraud.04Describe the most difficult situation you have encountered in your experience as an internal auditor.
Required Question