Audit Project Leader

Job Description:

Remote- local

HM said that he would accept candidates from any part of the US.

Audit Project Leader

Job Summary

Lead and conduct internal audits, reviews and other assignments within Client Internal Audit Services (IAS). Initially the candidate’s projects will focus on processes and systems in Client Customer Operations and Client Human Resources, Corporate Citizenship, Treasury and Law Departments. The candidate must also be open to opportunities to engage in other projects within Internal Audit Services (IAS) and the broader Assurance function.

Job Responsibilities

• Position requires delivering assurance and advisory services to Client on risk and control issues related to people, processes and technology, compliance, accounting and operations.
• Plans and conducts all phases of operational, financial and compliance audits independently or as a team leader.
• Ensures all work is performed in accordance with applicable professional standards. Presents audit findings and recommendations or audit-related issues to IAS, business and executive management verbally and/or in writing.
• Participates in or lead sintegrated audits with the IAS IT audit team as needed.
• Engages in other projects within Internal Audit Services (IAS) and the broader Assurance function as assigned.
• Provides input for performance evaluation, training and coaching of staff auditors and external resources.
• Exhibits leadership, strong written and oral communication skills, facilitation skills and negotiation skills.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Information Systems or related discipline and seven years related experience in performing and leading audits within a large organization. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of seven years related experience in performing and leading audits within a large organization.
• Passion for learning.
• Ability to work with diverse viewpoints and people to build relationships and partner.
• Proficient with MS Office applications and data analytic software.
• Working knowledge of SAP.
• Proficiency in auditing standards.
• Leadership, planning and organizing abilities.
• Ability to analyze operations and make sound judgments with limited information.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Desired Qualifications, Competencies, Education & Experience

• One or more of the following certifications: CIA, CPA, CISA.
• Knowledge of utility business.
• Knowledge of data extraction and analysis software tools (e.g., ACL).
• Experience with the TeamMate+ audit solution.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $40.00 - $44.00 per hour

Experience:

• Auditing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CIA (Preferred)
• CISA (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote