Senior Auditor
Gfoat, Granite Heights, WI, United States
Responsible for leading audit projects, including performing the more complex and difficult work required for completion. Reviews, analyzes, and audits operations to provide assurance that the city is operating efficiently, effectively and economically; maintaining compliance with laws, regulations and policies; safeguarding assets; maintaining reliability and integrity of computer-generated data; and sustaining appropriate revenue management. Responsible for assisting the City Auditor in the prevention and detection of Fraud, Waste and Abuse.
Essential Functions
Leads audit projects to ensure they are managed and completed efficiently and effectively
Supervises audit staff assigned to audit projects they are managing
Performs and documents fieldwork information and conclusions in clear and concise work papers and draft reports for the City Auditor’s or other auditor’s review
Collects, analyzes and evaluates relevant information and data in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards
Reviews information systems, procedures and controls for assigned audit projects
Evaluates internal controls and governance to ensure that City operations are compliant with policies, procedures, and industry best practices
Assists the City Auditor in conducting risk assessments and developing audit programs and processes to determine timeline and resources
Reviews the system of management controls in place to ensure that vendors and customers are in compliance with contracts and other applicable regulations
Forms an objective opinion on the appropriateness of accountability, economy, efficiency, effectiveness and compliance within the unit under review
Executes follow-up audits to determine the degree to which previous recommendations have been implemented by management
Presents findings and workable recommendations clearly to the City Auditor
Performs fraud detection tests and analyzes exceptions
Assists with department administrative duties
Maintains regular and punctual attendance
Additional Duties
May present to Council in the absence of City Auditor
Performs other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements
Overall Strength Demands:
Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes:
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (
Task:
Code
1. Standing: I
2. Sitting: M
3. Walking: I
4. Lifting: A
5. Carrying: A
6. Pushing/Pulling: A
7. Overhead Work: A
8. Fine Dexterity: M
9. Kneeling: A
10. Crouching: A
11. Crawling: A
12. Bending: I
13. Twisting: I
14. Climbing: I
15. Balancing: N
16. Vision: M
17. Hearing: E
18. Talking: E
19. Video Display: E
20. Other:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids
The essential functions of this position require the use of office equipment, including, but not limited to PC, telephone, and calculator.
Environmental Factors
The essential functions of this position are performed in an office environment with occasional outside work performed.
EEO Statement
City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is City of Denton’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
Three (3) years of audit experience that complies with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards
OR
Master’s Degree in a relevant field
One (1) years of audit experience that complies with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards
OR
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
Knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards
Knowledge of personal computer applications, including word processing, electronic spreadsheets, database management and presentation graphics
Skill in making judgment decisions based upon known criteria
Ability to manage audit projects
Ability to learn government accounting and auditing techniques
Ability to learn government operations programs and functions
Ability to complete assigned duties and functions in a timely and effective manner
Ability to objectively analyze and evaluate facts
Ability to effectively communicate findings and recommendations to upper management through concise written reports and verbal presentations
Ability to formulate judgments and opinions in unknown or adversarial environments
Ability to study an operation or issue comprehensively, considering all possible aspects
Ability to learn data extraction and other analytical tools used in Internal Audit
Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication
Ability to operate a personal computer including Microsoft Office applications
Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to observing, sorting, and calculating
Ability to use discretion and care in the handling of confidential and sensitive information
Preferences
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Prior experience with JD Edwards software
Prior experience using audit analytical software such as ACL, Arbutus, or IDEA
Conditions of Employment
Must pass a drug test, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
Must currently have one or more of the following certifications: Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Government Auditing Professional or Certified Information Systems Auditor or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire
Must be able to work outside of regular business hours as required
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Essential Functions
Leads audit projects to ensure they are managed and completed efficiently and effectively
Supervises audit staff assigned to audit projects they are managing
Performs and documents fieldwork information and conclusions in clear and concise work papers and draft reports for the City Auditor’s or other auditor’s review
Collects, analyzes and evaluates relevant information and data in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards
Reviews information systems, procedures and controls for assigned audit projects
Evaluates internal controls and governance to ensure that City operations are compliant with policies, procedures, and industry best practices
Assists the City Auditor in conducting risk assessments and developing audit programs and processes to determine timeline and resources
Reviews the system of management controls in place to ensure that vendors and customers are in compliance with contracts and other applicable regulations
Forms an objective opinion on the appropriateness of accountability, economy, efficiency, effectiveness and compliance within the unit under review
Executes follow-up audits to determine the degree to which previous recommendations have been implemented by management
Presents findings and workable recommendations clearly to the City Auditor
Performs fraud detection tests and analyzes exceptions
Assists with department administrative duties
Maintains regular and punctual attendance
Additional Duties
May present to Council in the absence of City Auditor
Performs other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements
Overall Strength Demands:
Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes:
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (
Task:
Code
1. Standing: I
2. Sitting: M
3. Walking: I
4. Lifting: A
5. Carrying: A
6. Pushing/Pulling: A
7. Overhead Work: A
8. Fine Dexterity: M
9. Kneeling: A
10. Crouching: A
11. Crawling: A
12. Bending: I
13. Twisting: I
14. Climbing: I
15. Balancing: N
16. Vision: M
17. Hearing: E
18. Talking: E
19. Video Display: E
20. Other:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids
The essential functions of this position require the use of office equipment, including, but not limited to PC, telephone, and calculator.
Environmental Factors
The essential functions of this position are performed in an office environment with occasional outside work performed.
EEO Statement
City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is City of Denton’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
Three (3) years of audit experience that complies with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards
OR
Master’s Degree in a relevant field
One (1) years of audit experience that complies with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards
OR
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
Knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards
Knowledge of personal computer applications, including word processing, electronic spreadsheets, database management and presentation graphics
Skill in making judgment decisions based upon known criteria
Ability to manage audit projects
Ability to learn government accounting and auditing techniques
Ability to learn government operations programs and functions
Ability to complete assigned duties and functions in a timely and effective manner
Ability to objectively analyze and evaluate facts
Ability to effectively communicate findings and recommendations to upper management through concise written reports and verbal presentations
Ability to formulate judgments and opinions in unknown or adversarial environments
Ability to study an operation or issue comprehensively, considering all possible aspects
Ability to learn data extraction and other analytical tools used in Internal Audit
Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication
Ability to operate a personal computer including Microsoft Office applications
Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to observing, sorting, and calculating
Ability to use discretion and care in the handling of confidential and sensitive information
Preferences
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Prior experience with JD Edwards software
Prior experience using audit analytical software such as ACL, Arbutus, or IDEA
Conditions of Employment
Must pass a drug test, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
Must currently have one or more of the following certifications: Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Government Auditing Professional or Certified Information Systems Auditor or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire
Must be able to work outside of regular business hours as required
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