Job Category
Work Schedule
Full-time
Employer
County of San Mateo
Job Open until Filled
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR
County of San Mateo
Controller's Office
$8,604 - $10,757 / Monthly
The Controller's Office of the County of San Mateo seeks applicants with experience in internal auditing, risk assessment and business process analysis for the advanced-level position of Senior Internal Auditor.
The Controller's Office mission is to promote the County's operational effectiveness and ensure its financial transparency and integrity by providing quality accounting, audit and financial reporting services.
The Internal Audit Division works to help safeguard County assets and reduce risks. This is accomplished by conducting independent operations and internal control audits to assist County management to improve operations and reduce risks related to County programs, functions and information systems. Audits are conducted in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) guidelines.
The qualified candidate will be responsible for:
Completing audit projects independently in a comprehensive manner
Performing risk assessments of operations, business process/procedures and internal controls
Identifying and communicating issues and developing recommended internal control procedures and solutions to address business risks and improve operational effectiveness
Providing objective analyses, reviewing internal controls and developing and making recommendations to improve internal controls and effectiveness of business operations
Ensuring audit findings, analysis and recommendations are well supported with proper evidence
Developing audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risks and testing objectives
Obtaining and reviewing evidence ensuring audit conclusions are well-supported and documented
Communicating assigned tasks to engagement team in a clear and concise manner
Developing effective working relationships with auditees
The qualified candidate will have:
A four-year degree or an advanced degree from an accredited college or university, with a major or concentration in accounting, finance, business administration or related field
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Audit certificates (highly desirable)
A minimum of four years of responsible professional experience conducting complex audits, compliance reviews and/or fraud investigations in accordance with professional auditing standards
One year of supervisory experience
Extensive experience in the application of auditing and accounting principles and best practices in operational and business process analysis
Experience in performing audits of information (IT) systems and related processes
The ability to perform well when working independently and in teams
The ability to complete audit projects independently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent research skills
The ability to work on several projects simultaneously with minimal direction or oversight
A desire to constantly learn about the County departments’ various functions and the services provided
The ability to interact with the public, staff and management on all levels in a professionally cordial and confident manner
Experience in information systems and software applications such as the Microsoft applications, ACL for data analysis, TeamMate for auditing, Monarch, etc.
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.
To learn more about the position and to apply online, please visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmateo/jobs/3192033/senior-internal-auditor-open-and-promotional or visit the County jobs portal page at https://jobs.smcgov.org. Applications are only accepted online. EOE
County of San Mateo
Controller's Office
$8,604 - $10,757 / Monthly
The Controller's Office of the County of San Mateo seeks applicants with experience in internal auditing, risk assessment and business process analysis for the advanced-level position of Senior Internal Auditor.
The Controller's Office mission is to promote the County's operational effectiveness and ensure its financial transparency and integrity by providing quality accounting, audit and financial reporting services.
The Internal Audit Division works to help safeguard County assets and reduce risks. This is accomplished by conducting independent operations and internal control audits to assist County management to improve operations and reduce risks related to County programs, functions and information systems. Audits are conducted in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) guidelines.
The qualified candidate will be responsible for:
Completing audit projects independently in a comprehensive manner
Performing risk assessments of operations, business process/procedures and internal controls
Identifying and communicating issues and developing recommended internal control procedures and solutions to address business risks and improve operational effectiveness
Providing objective analyses, reviewing internal controls and developing and making recommendations to improve internal controls and effectiveness of business operations
Ensuring audit findings, analysis and recommendations are well supported with proper evidence
Developing audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risks and testing objectives
Obtaining and reviewing evidence ensuring audit conclusions are well-supported and documented
Communicating assigned tasks to engagement team in a clear and concise manner
Developing effective working relationships with auditees
The qualified candidate will have:
A four-year degree or an advanced degree from an accredited college or university, with a major or concentration in accounting, finance, business administration or related field
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Audit certificates (highly desirable)
A minimum of four years of responsible professional experience conducting complex audits, compliance reviews and/or fraud investigations in accordance with professional auditing standards
One year of supervisory experience
Extensive experience in the application of auditing and accounting principles and best practices in operational and business process analysis
Experience in performing audits of information (IT) systems and related processes
The ability to perform well when working independently and in teams
The ability to complete audit projects independently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent research skills
The ability to work on several projects simultaneously with minimal direction or oversight
A desire to constantly learn about the County departments’ various functions and the services provided
The ability to interact with the public, staff and management on all levels in a professionally cordial and confident manner
Experience in information systems and software applications such as the Microsoft applications, ACL for data analysis, TeamMate for auditing, Monarch, etc.
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.
To learn more about the position and to apply online, please visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmateo/jobs/3192033/senior-internal-auditor-open-and-promotional or visit the County jobs portal page at https://jobs.smcgov.org. Applications are only accepted online. EOE