Sr. Auditor I

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As a Senior Auditor I, you will conduct audits and reviews of the Airports Authority’s operations to ensure compliance with prescribed guidance, the effectiveness and efficiency of business processes, and the ethical and responsible management of business and financial resources.

This is a developmental level position and may lead to the full performance Senior Auditor II position.

After a total of 24 months of successful performance, and upon demonstrable mastery of higher-level skills, and the ability to independently conduct interviews/meetings, develop audit programs, and effectively communicate the results of audits and consulting projects to all levels of audience, alone with supporting the development of junior auditors as part of the audit process, a one grade increase may be awarded non-competitively and the incumbent moves to the Senior Auditor II job profile (S12501B).

Works under the general supervision of the Audit Manager

Serves in the Office of Audit in the Headquarters Office.

Leads a variety of audits and reviews of Airports Authority business areas, including contracts, human resources, airport operations, public safety, engineering, etc. As knowledge and experience are gained, may be tasked to assist more in the audit process and staff development. Performs related functions.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts various risk-based audit and consulting engagements independently. Conducting research, identifying applicable criteria, conducting comprehensive fieldwork activities, reviewing, and analyzing evidence, and documenting procedures and conclusions.

• Identifies and evaluates risk areas and opportunities for improvement, identifies or clarifies known/suspected problems, and conducts root-cause analysis. Determines related effects, and identifies non-compliance with all pertinent laws, regulations, rules, or standards.

• Provides input into the development of the annual internal audit plan.

• Conducts interviews, reviews documentation, develops and administers surveys, composes summary memos, prepares working papers, and conducts entrance and exit conferences with minimal supervision.

• Maintains organizational and professional ethical standards, ensuring that all internal audit work is completed in compliance with The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards).

• Assists in communicating the results of audits and consulting projects through the preparation and presentation of summary memos, detailed reports, and presentations to the Audit Manager, VP of Audit, and Management.

• Keeps abreast of developments in the fields of accounting, auditing, and management/program analysis, of ‘best practices’ governing financial reporting, auditing, internal controls, process analysis, and Airports Authority programs and operations.

• Demonstrates general understanding and business acumen related to the Airports Authority’s operations.

• Represents the Office of Audit at meetings, maintaining productive team-oriented audit staff and auditees.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in auditing or accounting, including substantive work in conducting internal audits, financial audits, accounting, business analysis, or program evaluations and a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Auditing, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree may be substituted for two years of professional experience.

• Proficient level knowledge related to auditing standards and methods (including IIA Standards), Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and skill in applying them to routine and non-routine auditing duties and responsibilities.

• Ability to understand and assess compliance with the full range of contracts, laws, regulations, and Airports Authority policies and procedures with minimal supervision.

• Ability to lead audits, assign tasks, and review work in progress to completion, consistent with the prescribed goals and objectives with minimal supervision.

• Ability to supervise junior auditor tasks as part of the audit process.

• Ability to perform complex analyses of data and information to derive meaningful insights, and develop audit findings and recommendations with minimal supervision.

• Ability to speak and write effectively, with emphasis on communicating technical issues to nontechnical audiences.

• Skill in using modern office suite software with emphasis on accounting, data analysis, and financial systems/software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in two or more of the following areas: risk-based internal audits, performance audits, contract audits, operational audits, financial, or audits of airport-aviation-related operations.

• Experience conducting data analyses of large data sets using business intelligence tools and/or audit software

• One or more of the following certifications: Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors (North America), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, or equivalent certification in a related field.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

• A state driver’s license in good standing.

• Must have at least one of the following certifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors (North America) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants,

NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS

• Work reviewed upon completion to determine the adequacy of procedures, sound judgment, compliance with professional standards, and adherence to clearly established methods and techniques.

A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.

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