What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Audit Director position at Williamson County?
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to the First Assistant County Auditor, responsible for managing the day-to-day operational activities of the Internal Audit Division of the Williamson County Auditor’s office while maintaining independence and objectivity. Plans, directs, and administers a comprehensive risk-based internal audit plan. Manges the performance of Internal Audit personnel.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
- Develops a statute driven, risk-based annual audit plan and coordinates with County Auditor for changes and approval
- Plans and directs complex financial, operational, compliance, contract, asset inventory, and internal control audits for various county departments and vendors by providing independent and objective management evaluation
- Communicates frequently with department heads, elected officials, legal counsel, and Commissioners Court
- Assists and informs county management and staff of any audit-related issues
- Reviews and approves all audit reports before they are released to department heads, elected officials, Commissioners Court, and/or District Judges
- Coordinates with County Auditor on internal fraud reports
- Performs personnel management, including hiring, termination, employee recognition, and disciplinary action
- Conducts quarterly and annual performance evaluations, establishes goals, and makes pay decisions
- Reviews and approves timesheets, training requests, and coordinates leave
- Provides information and presentations to the Commissioner’s Court as necessary
- Responsible for developing, allocating, and monitoring budget, including training budget
- Creates and submits Request for Proposals and Request for Quotes as necessary
- Assists the State Comptroller's Office when conducting an audit of fees and fines collected by county departments
- Researches and applies knowledge of local, state, and federal government statutes and other legislative changes as they apply to audit responsibilities
- Serves as administrator for audit management software
- Approves expense reimbursements and invoices
- Assists with Public Information Act requests related to Internal Audit activity
- Provides education to county management in their responsibility for department risk management and provide guidance for the identification, analyses, and management of risk
- Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
- Performs, delegates, and manages special projects as assigned
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports directly to – First Assistant County Auditor
- Direct Reports – Yes
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
- Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
- Regular travel between work sites as required with possibility of overnight/out of state travel
- Occasionally required to work remotely
IRREGULAR HOURS
- Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
- May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field and eight (8) years of increasingly responsible audit experience
- Five (5) years supervisory experience
- Working knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, cash handling practices, and contracts
- Working knowledge of local or county governments
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, financial systems, and audit management software
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) or two (2) years of government audit experience
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Required within thirty (30) days of employment
- Valid driver’s license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with TeamMate Audit Management
- Experience with TeamMate analytics or comparable application
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
- Criminal background check: Yes
- Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
- Drug screening: No
- Physical exam: No
- Psychological exam: No
- Additional: N/A
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
