Senior Internal Auditor

Primarily participates as a project team member/lead on assigned Internal Audits and special reviews. During the department's busy season testing of assigned SOX controls. Leads business process control reviews to assess design; tests and determines the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls; and assists in the evaluation of deficiencies. Position may require approximately 10% travel.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Primary Internal Audit Responsibilities

• Performs testing to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls for assigned Internal Audit projects.

• Conducts walk-through meetings with business unit contacts and assesses the design of internal controls for assigned internal audits, gathers and organizes background and other information to properly plan the audit and any special reviews.

• Actively participates and leads key meetings including kickoff, closing, and other client meetings; presenting observations and conclusions relevant to work performed.

• Prepares the risk assessment matrix to clearly and concisely document the business objectives, key risks and management controls. Develops appropriate plans to test the key controls.

• Develops, presents and works with business units to implement value-added recommendations to strengthen internal controls, prevent fraud and improve operating processes.

• Consults on changes to policies and procedures, identifies exceptions to policies and procedures, recommends solutions and reports issues to supervisors and management.

• Conducts control reviews on new processes and procedures and participates as a team member on projects related to the improvement of the control environment.

• Prepares or contributes to weekly status reports for internal and external audiences on Internal Audit progress.

• Develops relationships with management personnel to build rapport and serves as a controls expert or consulting resource on control issues throughout the organization, including company initiatives or system implementations.

• Possible SOX Support Areas

• Performs testing to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls for assigned SOX cycles.

• Independently works with control owners to understand identified issues and associated risks; works with Finance Controls team to confirm/clarify identified issues.

• Prepares deficiency memos for identified issues after confirmation with BU as well as Finance Controls team.

• Consults on the design of effective controls and/or implement value-added recommendations to strengthen internal controls, prevent fraud and improve operating processes.

• Develops relationships with management personnel to build rapport and serves as a controls expert or consulting resource on control issues throughout the organization, including company initiatives or system implementations.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline preferred

• Master's Degree preferred

• 3 Years experience in public accounting, internal audit, corporate accounting or a related field required

Experience in conducting audits in operational areas pertinent to the industry (e.g., PHMSA / DOT Pipeline Safety) is considered an asset

• CPA, CIA, or CFE preferred.

• Energy or utility experience desired.

• Proven technical understanding and demonstrated command of accounting principles, audit techniques, risk management processes and procedures, information technology and automated system controls.

• Demonstrated ability to present ideas logically and concisely to diverse internal and external audiences at all organizational levels, both verbally and in writing.

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to resolve conflicts, persuade decision makers, motivate people, inspire teamwork and influence groups.

• Proven strong aptitude for problem solving and root cause analysis, including the demonstrated ability to conceptualize and analyze multiple scenarios in solving business problems.

• Proven strong project management and organizational skills complemented by a keen sense of personal responsibility and initiative. Demonstrated ability to write and present diverse ideas in a logical and concise manner.

• Demonstrated the ability work independently and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel etc.) able to understand the concepts of and efficiently use technology. Able to use electronic document management systems or audit work paper software.

We offer a competitive salary range of $94,000 to $150,000 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.