What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Auditor II position at Metropolitan Transportation Authority?
Description
Position at MTA Headquarters
JOB TITLE: Senior Auditor II
SALARY RANGE: $98,710
HAY POINTS: 496
DEPT/DIV: Audit Services
SUPERVISOR: Audit Director
LOCATION: 2 Broadway, New York, NY, 10004
HOURS OF WORK: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
DEADLINE: Until Filled
SUPERVISOR: Audit Director
LOCATION: 2 Broadway, New York, NY, 10004
HOURS OF WORK: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
DEADLINE: Until Filled
Please note this position is open to MTA Employees only.
This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.
SUMMARY:
Senior Auditors conduct assurance, operational, consulting, and contract audits of increasing complexity, providing valuable recommendations in alignment with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) for Internal Auditing. They utilize sound business judgment and skills to perform their work professionally and maintain strong working relationships with clients. Senior Auditors have a thorough understanding of client business operations and have successfully completed MTA audits or similar projects. Additionally, they are expected to assist in supervising junior Auditors I and II.
The Senior Auditor II conducts audits of moderate to high complexity, fully understands client business operations, has successfully and timely completed numerous MTA audits of a moderate and technical level for at least four to five years with one year of supervisory experience, and is able to work independently.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise and/or conducts detailed analyses and reviews of audited operations or contracts.
- Determines the extent of required audit testing, staff assignments, and projection of man-days required to complete audits. Prepares audit programs and suggests changes to such during the course of review, to ensure objectives of audits are achieved.
- Exercises independent judgment on work assignments.
- Conducts detailed analyses and review of audited operations or contracts to ensure timely audit progress.
- Assists in determining the extent of required audit testing, staff assignments, and projection of man-days required to complete audits. Prepares audit programs and suggests changes to such during the course of review, to ensure objectives of audits are achieved.
- Exercises some independent judgment on work assignments and interfaces on own with clients, develops and maintains a professional work relationship and understanding of their operations.
- Fully understands MTA policy and practice on audits including IPPF standards and how to apply them on audits, is able to explain procedures clearly to others, may aid and assist more junior members of the department.
- Understands the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) model, which is the internal control framework of the MTA, and can incorporate the framework in the development of the audit program and audit recommendations.
- Prepares and/or reviews workpapers to ensure conclusions reached are supported by sufficient evidential data.
- Prepares audit report based on detailed analysis for inclusion in audit reports in a clear and professional manner; informs supervisors of results of audit steps in an accurate, complete, and timely manner.
- Validates and ensures proper documentation are uploaded in the GRC to close the recommendations.
- Assists in orienting new staff, as appropriate.
- Conducts and/or supervises special projects as needed and orient staff as appropriate.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
COMPETENCIES
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Analytical, business judgment, and time management skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with departmental and agency staff and more senior management.
- Ability to perform assigned audit tasks timely and accurately.
- Knowledge of the IIA and the IPPF internal audit standards, as well as applicable governmental, MTA, and Audit Services specific regulations, policies, and guidelines.
- Knowledge of PC applications and computer-assisted audit techniques.
- Understanding of audit practices, including audit program and workpaper development, and ability to orient more junior staff as needed in these areas.
- Understanding of risk assessment.
- Demonstrates good analytical skills. Skilled in auditing, planning, organization, project management, time management and audit administration.
- Ability to interact effectively with inter/intra-agency management, audit professionals, and departmental staff.
- Ability to supervise/conduct assigned audits and special projects timely and accurately.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:
- Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Auditing, Computer Science, or other related business or operational field.
- Approximately three to four years of experience in financial/operational/technology contract type auditing or related industry experience and/or demonstrated performance as an Auditor II with successful and timely completion of audit assignments.
- Approximately four to five years of audit experience and demonstrated performance as a Senior Auditor I with successful and timely completion of audit assignments. Minimum of one-year supervisory experience preferred.
PREFERRED:
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- Attainment of or in the process of attaining specific functional licenses or certifications in area of specialty if applicable (CIA, CPA, CISA, COSO)
- Advanced progress towards a Certification preferred
- Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures.
- Familiarity with the MTA’s collective bargaining procedures.
OTHER INFORMATION:
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.
Salary : $98,710
