Senior Auditor

General Summary:

The Senior Auditor, Internal Audit for parent company and all subsidiaries, under the general supervision of the AVP, Internal Audit will be responsible for planning and executing audits in a professional manner in accordance with the Internal Audit Department Audit Standards.

Summary of Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for audit documentation and testwork as it relates to RGII’s J-Sox initiative
• Executes assigned audit projects as a means of evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of the system of internal control and the reliability and accuracy of financial and other information
• Prepares Risk and Control matrixes for audits assigned. Responsible for planning audits, assessing controls, and performing detail testwork using generally accepted auditing standards. Identifies areas for control and process improvements
• Plans, schedules, and communicates with department under audit. Communicates and reviews audit findings with department heads
• Prepares, reviews and edits audit reports. Follows-up on audit findings and implementation of managements action plans
• Performs continuous monitoring of various internal control processes using data analytical tools. Compiles data and prepare schedules for analysis
• Participates in the creation of oral and written presentations to management
• Coordinates year-end audit assignments in conjunction with Independent Auditors
• Develops and maintains relationships with independent auditors, management and subsidiaries
• Executes special assignments per the VP, Internal Audit’s instructions
• Conducts or participates in acquisition/dispositions/due diligence and/or other special projects (i.e. fraud investigations), when required
• Stays abreast of current applicable accounting pronouncements and auditing standards
• Develops and maintains relationship with professional auditing organizations, etc. IIA, AICPA, NYSSCPA, etc.
• Responsible for audit record maintenance and other daily administrative tasks required for the department
• Performs other duties as assigned

Discretion and Independent Judgement:

• Analyzes data, draws conclusions and recommends changes to management.
• Analyzes and recommends changes in operating practices, based upon independent analysis and interpretation.
• Plans the approach and scope of audit testwork and prepares Risk and Control Matrix and audit programs.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree

Preferred field of education: Accounting

Experience / Knowledge / Skills Requirements:

• 1.5 - 4 years Big 4 or top 2nd tier accounting firm
• Knowledge and experience of Financial Reporting risk and audit
• Real estate and construction audit experience a plus
• Knowledge of audit/risk assessment techniques and principles
• Knowledge of current accounting and auditing standards
• IT audit knowledge and experience a plus
• Strong computer skills; strong Excel skills a must
• Knowledge of IDEA or other data mining tools, Power Query, Yardi, PMWeb, and Workday a plus
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Enthusiastic, self-starter, and eager learner
• 5-15% domestic travel and potential for international travel
• Ability to work overtime as required

Licenses / Certifications Requirements:

CPA or in the process of completing

CIA or CISA a plus