Manager, Internal Audit

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise in auditing can drive positive change?

The Manager, Internal Audit reports directly to the Vice President, Internal Audit and is responsible for the managing the Internal Audit department’s day to day operations. This position is responsible for advanced, complex, specialized and/or managerial audit work, to include examination of records, reports, financial data, information systems, and management practices to ensure compliance with statutes and internal policies. This position will also conduct audits for program economy, efficiency, and effectiveness as well as attend committee meetings and board meetings and serve as backup to the VP of Internal Audit as needed.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Note: The duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

• Manage and/or coordinate the activities related to the execution of the Board of Directors approved Annual Audit Plan which includes planning, scheduling, coordinating, reviewing, and reporting on audit projects as well as forecast and monitor related budgetary requirements.
• Manage and perform complex financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with recognized government and professional internal auditing standards.
• Lead audits focused on a variety of legal documents, including contracts and agreements for all departments, particularly procurements and agreements with other governmental entities.
• Develop and lead audit testing plans on contracts, contractors and vendors on contractual and operational performance matters pertaining to business with CapMetro.
• Lead discussions and develop recommendations related to compliance with governmental statutes, regulations or policies impacting authority programs, practices, and activities.
• Lead compliance audit testing related to policies, programs and projects involving government law activities including procurements, Interlocal agreements and contracts.
• Develop frameworks to evaluate and perform comprehensive risk assessments in order to understand and develop recommendations related to improving business operations, risks, controls, and achievement of audit objectives.
• Serve as a Project Manager for audit projects and develop the audit scope and objectives for assigned audits.
• Develop comprehensive audit programs and sampling plans and propose staff and time requirements necessary to meet audit objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and test key controls in the functions and/or system under review. Develop and document testing methodology to ensure adequate audit evidence is obtained.
• Obtain, analyze, and appraise evidentiary data as a base for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system, and the efficiency of performance of the activities being reviewed.
• Prepare written reports of issues and potential management actions for discussion with key affected operating staff and management.
• Develop and review draft audit reports with the audit client and other members of the management team, as appropriate, to gain understanding and buy-in, and appraise the adequacy of proposed management action plans for ability to reduce business risk.
• Prepare and present oral and/or written presentations to Management and the Board’s Finance, Audit and Administration Committee. Discuss deficiencies and recommend remedial action.
• Support Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by ensuring staff follows safety and security policies, considers safety in every action, and ensures safety and security concerns are reported.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES - SUPERVISOR AND/OR LEADERSHIP EXERCISED:

Manage department personnel by planning, scheduling, delegating and overseeing employee work assignments, authorizing, coordinating, and scheduling work with vendors and consultants, conducting personnel actions, including, hiring and interviewing, and overseeing hiring, training, work assignments, and performance evaluations

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, management, computer information systems or a related field. Related experience may substitute for educational requirements on a year-for-year basis for up to two (2) years.
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible auditing and/or business controls/processing experience.
• Three (3) years of experience in a lead or supervisor capacity overseeing the work of other auditors
• Professional certification or license: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or Certified Government Auditing Professional.
• Demonstrated project management and change management experience.
• Demonstrated experience learning and thriving in a constantly changing environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of general accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and of modern financial systems.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Advance proficiency using Microsoft 365 products including Word and Excel or other similar programs.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and complete assignments by established due dates.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and creativity in making decisions.
• Must have proficiency and ability to apply auditing standards promulgated by the Government Accountability Office and the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Skill in composing and organizing clear and concise audit reports, summaries, memos, correspondence, directions, and related materials.
• Skill in organizing and analyzing evidence from different perspectives by different means to identify themes, trends, or patterns and to draw conclusions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various levels of employees and outside representatives.
• Ability to train and/or supervise the work of others to lead an audit team, communicate audit findings and recommendations effectively, process and assimilate large amounts of reading materials.
• Ability to interpret statutes and instructions, evaluate accounting and/or management operations systems for accuracy and legal conformance and to prepare clear, concise reports of audit findings.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive material as position is authorized to have full, free, and unrestricted access to all CapMetro functions, records, property, and personnel required to discharge audit responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate in an effective manner with the CapMetro staff and management, contract service providers, and the Board of Directors while maintaining productive working relationships.
• Must develop and maintain the highest level of credibility.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is only minimal exposure to unpleasant and/or hazardous working conditions. This position works with multiple project timelines and is responsible for managing employees performing work of a complex nature. Incumbent must have the ability to stand and sit frequently throughout an eight-hour period, reach vertically for overhead use as well as horizontally. Must be able to use a telephone or headset equipment. Incumbents must be able to lift and move material weighing up to 20 lbs., perform work at a computer terminal for 6-8 hours a day, and function in an environment with constant interruptions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions as previously described.

Mobility Status:

As a Stationed position, the incumbent is expected to be assigned an individual workspace. Expected to work in the office 4 days a week. This role is based in Austin, Texas and requires relocation to the Austin, Texas area prior to start date.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Share in meaningful work with diverse, collaborative and innovative teams whose focus is to modernize public transportation and improve how we serve our customers and team members.

• Utilize our free and reduced fare transit service to get to the office and then plan to hit the gym and work with our onsite trainers (for free), before heading back home.

• Improve your productivity and enhance your work/life balance by taking advantage of one of our flexible work options.

…and much more!

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

CapMetro is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating a welcoming and diverse environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, pregnancy, age, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We encourage people with disabilities and from other diverse backgrounds to apply for Capital Metro vacancies. CapMetro makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs at the time.