Auditor (Internal Audit)

Position Summary

Works independently or under general supervision to perform various auditing tasks to help establish a systematic and disciplined approach for evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of internal controls and governance processes for audits of simple to moderate complexity.

Pay Grade: 52

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in conducting audits or directly related experience is required; AND
• Bachelor''s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, or a closely related field.
• Auditing affiliated certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA) may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs audits across various departments as assigned.
• Develops audit work plans, including objectives, scope, methodology, and timelines.
• Conducts interviews in County agencies to obtain an understanding of internal control structures and document understanding in clear and concise manner.
• Collects and analyzes sufficient evidence and data to conclude the audit objective.
• Examines sufficient evidence and data to identify fraud and noncompliance with governing laws, regulations, and management policies and procedures.
• Recommends corrective actions to address unsatisfactory conditions, enhance operations, and reduce costs.
• Prepares work in accordance with compliance and professional audit standards.
• Prepares audit reports and management letters to communicate the results of each audit performed.
• Assists with following up on the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Performs assigned audit quality assurance support duties, including work paper review and verification, and cross-reference checking report review and data verification.
• Assists with special projects as directed by management.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

KSA'S

• Ability to work independently or under general supervision.
• Thorough knowledge of auditing procedures, accounting theory, and practices.
• Knowledge of General Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Knowledge of internal control and analysis principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and tactical-thinking skills.
• Strong initiative, integrity, and good judgment.
• High ethical standards and professionalism in dealing with confidential information.
• Time-management skills and ability to multi-task.

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment. The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees. This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department. The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include Appointed positions with Sheriff's Office, Division of Corrections or the Fire Department.