Job Posting
The primary responsibility of this position is to conduct and coordinate comprehensive internal financial, information technology and compliance audits.
Education Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a business related field such as accounting, finance, business administration, computer science or economics. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation is preferred.
Experience
Requires two years of audit related experience; preferably in accounting, pension benefits, investments, and/or information technology.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
The Internal Auditor is responsible for conducting and coordinating comprehensive internal financial, information technology and compliance audits, which includes evaluation of internal controls. The position is responsible for reporting the results of audits and alerting the Internal Audit Supervisor and the Director of Internal Audit and Risk to any conditions, which pose risks to the System. The position is responsible for preparing work papers and documenting findings.
This position plans and performs auditing duties in areas such as accounting, member services, investments and information technology. Work involves providing assurance and consulting services to management and staff; maintaining ethical standards and effective working relationships with management and staff. Reports resulting from audit work are distributed to the appropriate departments and presented to the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees. Audit work is completed in conformance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
The incumbent must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in order to report audit findings to management, the Internal Audit Supervisor and the Director of Internal Audit and Risk during and at the conclusion of audits. The incumbent must possess knowledge of State statutes and the Comptroller’s accounting and reporting requirements in order to verify the compliance of accounting records.
Selection Criteria
Analytical Skills
The ability to analyze information and review problems thoroughly; as well as, determine the nature and relationship of situations.
Communication Skills
The ability to speak effectively in public situations to small groups or one-on-one; and to compose memorandums, letters, reports and specified documents in a clear, concise and well-structured manner.
Computational Skills
The ability to select the appropriate calculation (or formula) to solve a specific problem; and, the ability to accurately derive an answer by using mathematical calculations.
Job Knowledge and Experience
Has completed specified amount of time previously performing essential duties of the job and/or has completed specified degrees, coursework, or training programs to perform the job. Possesses a body of information or level of understanding necessary to complete assigned responsibilities.
Judgment
The ability to make decisions in a logical and objective manner and to demonstrate common sense.
Organizational Skills
Organizes work tasks in an efficient manner; able to complete assignments on time by prioritizing tasks and monitoring their completion.
Planning
The ability to organize, form strategies, schedule, prioritize and/or effectively demonstrate the ability to forecast and evaluate trends.
Job Description
Purpose
Under the supervision of the Internal Audit Supervisor, the Internal Auditor conducts and coordinates comprehensive internal financial, information technology and compliance audits.
Nature and Scope
The Internal Auditor is responsible for conducting and coordinating comprehensive internal financial, information technology and compliance audits, which includes evaluation of internal controls. The position is responsible for reporting the results of audits and alerting the Internal Audit Supervisor and the Director of Internal Audit and Risk to any conditions, which pose risks to the System.The position is responsible for preparing work papers and documenting findings.
This position plans and performs auditing duties in areas such as accounting, member services, investments and information technology. Work involves providing assurance and consulting services to management and staff; maintaining ethical standards and effective working relationships with management and staff. Reports resulting from audit work are distributed to the appropriate departments and presented to the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees. Audit work is completed in conformance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors. The incumbent must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in order to report audit findings to management, the Internal Audit Supervisor and the Director of Internal Audit and Risk during and at the conclusion of audits. The incumbent must possess knowledge of State statutes and the Comptroller’s accounting and reporting requirements in order to verify the compliance of accounting records.