Job Summary:

• Planning and execution of the 2021 Annual Audit Plan for assigned areas
• Provide support for other audit engagements ensuring all engagements are executed, detailed and communicated in a timely manner
• Collaborate with internal clients during the engagements to keep them well-briefed of progress and outcomes
• Develop thoughtful, relevant and constructive action plans to address the root cause of the issues identified. 
• Present the findings and subsequent recommendations to leadership, Vice President or Global Head of Internal Audit, and specific business unit management during the audit.
• Prepare audit reports for OMERS executives and the Audit & Actuarial Committee
• Follow-up on management’s remediation plans on a timely basis.
• Provide informal training to internal resources on current and emerging risks considered as part of executed engagements in Capital Markets.
• Develop effective partnerships with key partners across OMERS Capital Markets, specifically in the assigned investment portfolios.
• Protect the interests of OMERS by maintaining awareness of emerging risks and issues and regulatory requirements and assess potential impacts on the business
• Direct activities relating to financial compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, particularly requirements as defined by Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Prioritize key risk assessment findings with a focus on reporting issues to improve business processes and controls in a timely manner.
• Build and maintain relationships cross-functionally at all levels including an executive engagement to ensure findings reported are appropriately vetted and root cause of issues identified as well as practical action plans are developed to support an effective internal control environment.

Skills on Resume:

• Audit Planning and Execution (Hard Skills)
• Effective Communication (Soft Skills)
• Stakeholder Management (Soft Skills)
• Problem-Solving (Hard Skills)
• Executive Reporting (Soft Skills)
• Regulatory Knowledge (Hard Skills)
• Risk Management (Hard Skills)
• Training and Development (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Develop and maintain the Audit Universe and develop an annual audit plan for the organization to be approved by the Audit & Risk Committee
• Coach and supervise the audit manager, and ensure compliance to the IIA Standards, supervise assurance and advisory projects
• Take sole responsibility for appraising, disciplining, hiring, and replacing personnel in Audit Services, set the annual budget and resourcing for the Audit Services Department
• Review risk assessment, audit plans, and reports prepared by the auditors
• Take the lead in researching novel technical areas to help the audit team with risk assessment and engagement planning
• Provide technical guidance and review to the Audit team when conducting fieldwork
• Provide feedback to Management on the effectiveness and efficiency of the internal controls and operation
• Communicate with the Audit & Risk Committee on a regular basis to keep them informed of the risks and weaknesses in internal controls
• Coordinate year-end work with external auditors, assist external regulators in performing reviews and investigations when necessary
• Provide technical and functional guidance on internal controls to Associates across all business lines, conduct fraud investigations if/when necessary
• Administer the ethics reporting program. 
• Investigate whistleblower incidents and report results to the appropriate body (President & CEO, Audit & Risk Committee)
• Support and advise Management in reviewing policies and procedures, and designing internal controls
• Support management on new system and process development
• Support management on strategic initiatives by providing process and control consultation, and identification of emerging risks
• Maintain relationship with AAA/CAA Clubs

Skills on Resume:

• Audit Planning (Hard Skills)
• Coaching and Supervision (Soft Skills)
• Personnel Management (Hard Skills)
• Risk Assessment Review (Hard Skills)
• Technical Research (Hard Skills)
• Internal Control Feedback (Soft Skills)
• Committee Communication (Soft Skills)
• Ethics Reporting (Hard Skills) 

Job Summary:

• Develop an internal audit framework consistent with other well-run, publicly traded technology companies, leveraging leading practices from other industries and firms as relevant.
• Lead, direct, and develop teams of internal audit and internal control personnel to assess the internal control environment, while advising on efficient and effective business processes
• Manage external firms or outsourced providers
• Identify systems, business and process improvement opportunities and work with leaders to implement changes
• Work with process owners to identify process-level risks and to design, document, and implement mitigating internal controls
• Define internal control testing programs for Internal Audit and SOX
• Work with the Audit Committee to develop the annual audit plan based on risk assessment
• Report findings to the Board of Directors and executive leadership on a periodic basis
• Perform any special projects by the Board of Directors
• Responsible for all aspects of planning and coordinating Sarbanes-Oxley and internal audit of controls, including entity-level controls
• Assists in the development of Sarbanes-Oxley self-assessment programs for key controls and performs SOX self-assessment testing for all business processes including IT functions and entity level controls
• Preparation of annual audit plan and getting it approved from the Audit Committee.
• Execution of audit plan and reporting findings of the audit to Audit Committee.
• Supervise the review of the company’s activities and determine compliance with applicable policies and procedures in a manner consistent with the objectives and high standards of administrative practice.
• Implement the policies and practices laid down in Internal Audit reference manual for the conduct of Internal Audit.
• Supervise operational, compliance and financial audits.

Skills on Resume:

• Audit Framework Development (Hard Skills)
• Team Leadership (Soft Skills)
• Outsourcing Management (Hard Skills)
• Process Improvement (Hard Skills)
• Risk and Control Design (Hard Skills)
• SOX Testing (Hard Skills)
• Audit Planning (Hard Skills)
• Policy Compliance (Soft Skills) 

Job Summary:

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work
• Develop the US internal audit strategy and thought leadership
• Execute the strategy and management of audits in the Company’s U.S. operations
• Assist in leading the global risk assessment process through direct interface with leadership
• Responsible for maintaining key relationships with Senior Management to understand current and emerging risks which will impact the fulfilment of business objectives and assist in determining any required audit
• Work to more effectively manage risk
• Assist with the creation, oversight and execution of the department's global annual internal audit plan including the co-ordination of third party resources
• Stay current with general business developments and new accounting or auditing pronouncements/standards to gain an understanding of links and impact to the Company's business, and possible impacts to the overall internal control environment
• Oversee all audit work from the U.S. team, providing meaningful, technical, and hands-on guidance during assessments of areas, and ensuring that all team deliverables are of high-quality
• Deliver oral and written presentations to Senior Management and when needed, to the Audit Committee on audit results
• Ensure audit practices are consistent with established professional standards, company policies and procedures, and department objectives
• Assist in educating and raising awareness around internal control issues
• Earn the trust of leadership by effectively managing sensitive risk and audit discussions, communications, and deliverables
• Oversee the completion of internal infrastructure projects, increasing the department’s capabilities and contributing to the continuous improvement of the audit function
• Report at least annually to the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer on the effectiveness of the company’s controls over financial reporting
• Build and grow a high-performing audit team through hiring, mentoring, coaching, training, and timely and candid performance feedback

Skills on Resume:

• Safety Leadership (Soft Skills)
• Audit Strategy Development (Hard Skills)
• Audit Execution (Hard Skills)
• Risk Assessment (Hard Skills)
• Relationship Management (Soft Skills)
• Audit Planning (Hard Skills)
• Technical Guidance (Hard Skills)
• Team Development (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Oversee and develop internal audit management and staff
• Assess corporate risks and controls in order to develop annual risk-based audit plans and schedules
• Oversee operational audits, including the scoping, testing and documentation of the results
• Communicate identified findings and propose recommendations to management and track the remediation and closure of findings
• Oversee all 404 internal control documents for financial processes and in-scope IT applications, including planning documents, narratives, walkthroughs and tests of controls
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with the external independent auditor, providing direction and oversight to the assistance provided to the external auditor over internal control and financial audits
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with management, ensuring an understanding of key risks and processes for the organization
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with executive management and the audit committee, ensuring appropriate oversight to key corporate risks, 
• Verify audit evidence and record audit observations, make audit recommendations that are feasible, practical and cost-efficient for approval.
• Communicate audit results to Audit Committee.
• Stamp and verify any document required to be verified by Internal Audit.
• Design and arrange any special audit/ investigation exercise if so required by the Chief Executive or the Audit Committee.
• Work with the Senior Vice President of Internal Audit under the direction of the Audit Committee to identify and test financial reporting risk, specifically internal control over financial reporting under SOX 404.
• Work with management and the IA team members to perform root cause analysis and make recommendations to remediate findings and also coordinate follow-up testing deficiencies.
• Guide staff in assessing project risks, creating efficient audit work programs, and evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls and the potential impact of control failures.

Skills on Resume:

• Staff Management (Soft Skills)
• Risk Assessment (Hard Skills)
• Operational Audits (Hard Skills)
• Communication (Soft Skills)
• SOX 404 Compliance (Hard Skills)
• External Auditor Collaboration (Soft Skills)
• Executive Relations (Soft Skills)
• Audit Recommendations (Hard Skills) 

Job Summary:

• Conducts operational, financial, compliance and basic information systems audits to include evaluating effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls, preparing audit work papers in an automated system, applying professional audit techniques, documenting findings, and recommending solutions to findings. 
• Adheres to and conducts audits in accordance with The Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, the UNC System Internal Audit Systems and Auditing Operating Procedures.
• Reports findings to the University management to include results of audits, recommendations based on audit findings and any other pertinent data.
• Resolves special problems such as litigation support, federal and state laws and regulations, fraud investigations, and responding to complaints and inquiries. 
• Provides advice and guidance on control aspects of new policies, systems and business processes and procedures.
• Manages all office functions, reviews work papers and reports for adequacy and accuracy, and provides guidance and work instructions for internal auditors.
• Promotes a culture of accountability and ethics through presentations and consultations. 
• Acting as a representative on various institution committees and task forces, which affect the internal control environment.
• Review the work and deliverables of the project team for sufficiency of scope, accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable professional standards (e.g. Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) and Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)) and the COSO Framework.
• Set guidelines and monitor project completion of work papers for all audits for file maintenance and reference.
• Perform and/or supervise other special projects or related work activities by IA management and coordinate with the Company auditors, Co-sourcing partners, IT service providers and others
• Perform project evaluations of audit staff members at the conclusion of each key phase of the SOX 404 Testing Program.
• Nurture and maintain relationships with Company business unit management and personnel to increase trust and respect for the department.
• Demonstrate the department’s added value through innovative thinking and by providing substantive ideas that extend through control weaknesses.

Skills on Resume: 

• Audit Techniques (Hard Skills)
• Auditing Standards Compliance (Hard Skills)
• Reporting (Soft Skills)
• Problem Resolution (Soft Skills)
• Control Guidance (Hard Skills)
• Office Management (Soft Skills)
• Ethics Promotion (Soft Skills)
• Project Evaluation (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Lead the overall operations of the Internal Audit Department including the establishment of policies, procedures and audit programs for the Internal Audit function.
• Develop the internal audit plan using a risk-based methodology aligned with the Credit Union’s goals and strategic plan to maintain appropriate risk coverage throughout the year.
• Monitor and amend the audit plan as the business environment and risks change and inform the Supervisory Committee of such amendments including monitoring status and completion of all audit projects on the annual audit plan and applicable deadlines.
• Partner with Senior Management to assess risk and evaluate the adequacy of techniques to manage risk. 
• Candidly and objectively express opinions and maintain positions in meetings even when they may be contrary to popular opinion.
• Conduct detailed investigations of possible improprieties on the part of Credit Union employees as directed by the Supervisory Committee and/or Senior Management.
• Ensure work papers are adequately documented and appropriately support the results of all audits, reviews, and evaluations performed in a clear, concise manner and free of bias on the results of audit examinations.
• Assist with external audits and federal examination efforts.
• Communicate directly to the Supervisory Committee at any time that matters warrant its attention and meet with the Committee to present an oral report of progress made, acquainting it with any problems encountered, and discuss with it any significant weaknesses in internal controls.
• Responsible for all internal audit inquiries as well as leading the Enterprise Risk Management program.
• Maintain independence from management
• Lead the internal audit department
• Perform annual risk assessment
• Develop and execute short and long-term compliance and risk-based audit plans
• Participate and advise management with new processes, system or technology projects and initiatives
• Consult with management with process design and operating procedures
• Oversee and assess management’s design and execution of internal controls over financial reporting (SOX)

Skills on Resume:

• Internal Audit Leadership (Soft Skills)
• Risk-Based Audit Planning (Hard Skills)
• Audit Plan Monitoring (Hard Skills)
• Risk Assessment (Hard Skills)
• Objective Communication (Soft Skills)
• Investigations (Hard Skills)
• Audit Documentation (Hard Skills)
• External Audit Coordination (Hard Skills) 

Job Summary:

• Establish a direct assist program with external auditors
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with external audit provider
• Advise the business regarding people, process or technology initiatives to meet strategic objectives
• Report quarterly to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors
• Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
• Lead the (ERM) program and review SEC filings
• Develop and maintain an industry-acceptable risk-management program based upon a recognized framework to identify, assess, monitor and report on the risk profile of the organization
• Report quarterly to the Audit Committee on the current state of the risk profile and the enterprise risk program initiative
• Facilitate quarterly Risk Advisory Committee meetings (internal meeting)
• Update the risk profile quarterly and complete an annual risk assessment with the senior leadership team
• Review new and revised accounting standards
• Perform various investigations
• Chair, facilitate or lead various governance committees such as Risk Advisory Committee, Data Privacy & Security Committee, Business Continuity Steering Committee, Incident Response Team, Compliance Committee and Executive Crisis Management Team
• Oversee and manage audit department operations in a manner that promotes growth and enhances the image of the Credit Union and department, including ensuring the successful execution of audit projects, as well as mentoring and training highly specialized and experienced auditors.
• Review and update formal audit reports using consistent language and a format designed to influence management.
• Determine recommendations for the development of the annual audit plan and strategic plan for the department.

Skills on Resume:

• External Auditor Collaboration (Soft Skills)
• Relationship Management (Soft Skills)
• Strategic Advisory (Soft Skills)
• Audit Committee Reporting (Soft Skills)
• Enterprise Risk Management (Hard Skills)
• Risk Program Development (Hard Skills)
• Governance Committee Leadership (Soft Skills)
• Audit Department Oversight (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Provide guidance on the performance of complex operational, financial, and compliance engagements including special projects using a consultative approach designed to add value and improve operations.
• Ensure the scope of each engagement and procedures performed results in adequate audit coverage surrounding internal policies and procedures, insurance and vendor agreements, state and federal regulations, safety and soundness considerations, as well as industry-leading practices.
• Identify new ways of approaching engagements to create efficiencies and overall efficacy through balancing available human resources as well as ways to more fully incorporate the Audit Management Solution (AMS) and computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs) into audit processes.
• Direct the Internal Audit Department which includes three direct reports and approximately 15 FTE.
• Lead and review the work of an internal audit team and establish departmental responsibilities and coordinate functions among divisions and worksites.
• Report findings and make recommendations mitigating risk to acceptable levels to the Board of County Commissioners and the County Manager.
• Consult with County management and departments to provide business process knowledge and improve efficiencies.
• Serve on committees and cabinet members on the Executive Leadership Team to facilitate improvement or changes assessing the implications and communicating potential solutions.
• Review reports submitted by staff members to recommend approval or to suggest changes.
• Investigate allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse and communicate results of investigations to the County Manager and County Attorney, Board of Commissioners and external parties such as other attorneys or governmental agencies.
• Deliver speeches, write articles, or present information at meetings or conventions to promote services, exchange ideas, or accomplish objectives.
• Interpret and explain policies, rules, regulations, or laws to organizations, government or corporate officials, or individuals.
• Serve as a liaison between organizations, shareholders, and outside organizations.
• Prepare or present reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets, government statutes or rulings, or other items affecting businesses or program services.
• Ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities and directives.

Skills on Resume:

• Engagement Management (Soft Skills)
• Audit Scope (Hard Skills)
• Efficiency Optimization (Hard Skills)
• Team Leadership (Soft Skills)
• Risk Reporting (Soft Skills)
• Process Improvement (Hard Skills)
• Fraud Investigation (Hard Skills)
• Compliance Interpretation (Hard Skills) 

Job Summary:

• Develop, schedule, manage, and execute the annual internal audit (IA) plan that appropriately considers the relevant and evolving business risks facing the company.
• Manage the development of the overall IA methodology and audit programs to ensure best practices.
• Manage the preparation and issuance of audit reports to ensure that all significant risk and internal control weaknesses are identified and that cost-effective recommendations to address deficiencies are generated.
• Prepare and review the audit planning documents, detailed audit programs, and internal audit reports.
• Monitor the status of management corrective action plans and follow up as appropriate.
• Manage the department’s Quality Assurance and Improvement Program and external quality review.
• Provide guidance to management on internal control, governance, risk, and compliance activities.
• Promote high levels of ethical awareness and conduct and perform investigations when appropriate.
• Perform annual and continuous risk assessments and update the internal audit plan accordingly.
• Drive data analytics and automation within internal audit activities to gain efficiencies and increase audit effectiveness. 
• Maintain the department’s data analytics and automation roadmap.
• Recruit, develop, and manage a professional audit team with sufficient knowledge, skills, expertise, and professional certification to meet the audit requirements.
• Ensure the professional development of the team through mentoring and internal and external training.
• Assist with the preparation of annual and quarterly reporting to the audit committee.
• Interact and coordinate with the Company’s external audit firm and cultivate external relationships.
• Partner with the SOX program to ensure all key controls are tested in coordination with the audit plan.

Skills on Resume: 

• Audit Planning (Hard Skills)
• Methodology Development (Hard Skills)
• Report Issuance (Hard Skills)
• Corrective Action Monitoring (Hard Skills)
• Quality Assurance (Hard Skills)
• Control Guidance (Soft Skills)
• Risk Assessment (Hard Skills)
• Data Analytics (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Provide the company’s Board Directors, NEDs and Executives assurance on the effectiveness of risk management and the strength of the control environment in the organisation
• Lead the strategic and tactical planning of the audit function
• Review and maintain the internal audit charter
• Provide leadership to Heads of Audit and Audit Managers involved in the development of the annual audit risk assessment and audit planning as well as providing approval prior presentation to the Audit Committee and Executives of the company
• Review and approve the budgeting of staff and economic resources, matching resources with the growth and scope of the organisation
• Foster coordination within the external auditors and the internal audit function
• Develop and maintain a quality assurance program that covers all aspects of the internal audit activity and monitors its effectiveness, including self-assessment or by other persons within the organization with sufficient knowledge of internal audit practices.
• Engage, at least every 5 years, with a qualified, independent reviewer from outside the organization for the execution an external quality assessment.
• Assess and take account of macroeconomic and microeconomic factors and their impact on the organisation
• Maintain a current understanding of the latest global developments and regulatory and legal framework within which the organization operates
• Primarily responsible for overseeing, approving and preparing all internal audits reporting for the Audit Committee, Group Risk Committee and monthly reports to the CEO and Chair of the Audit Committee.
• Coordinate internal audit activities to support GEOs and Functions balance scorecard goals relating to the closure of open internal audit issues and make sure a regular (at least quarterly) report of the status of Issues Follow-up is provided to the Audit Committee
• Maintain stability and active engagement of the department by participating in the hiring and selection of highly qualified audit candidates, 
• Ensuring the deployment of effective retention strategies, as well as department staff and organization continue to meet performance expectations and business needs.
• Market the audit function by establishing rapport and actively seeking discussions with all levels of management to promote strong departmental relationships and create a Credit Union team environment.Stays abreast of agency policies and procedures and external best practices guidelines
• Conducts special reviews and projects as directed by the Chief Risk Officer or client's Legal Department.

Skills on Resume:

• Risk Assurance (Soft Skills)
• Audit Planning (Hard Skills)
• Charter Management (Hard Skills)
• Leadership (Soft Skills)
• Resource Budgeting (Hard Skills)
• Audit Coordination (Soft Skills)
• Quality Assurance (Hard Skills)
• External Assessment (Hard Skills) 

Job Summary:

• Supporting the Vice President of Internal Audit in developing and executing an annual internal audit plan
• Overseeing the execution of both internal audit and franchisee compliance audits
• Supporting the Vice President of Internal Audit in evaluating both the design and operating effectiveness of DrivenBrand's internal controls environment and compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, agreements, laws, and regulations
• Support the aggregation and presentation of audit results and recommendations for remediation and/or improvement purposes
• Supervise the activities of the Franchise Audit Manager and other supplemental audit resources as the team evolves
• Plans and completes assigned audits in accordance with accepted professional standards as outlined within the DrivenBrands Internal Audit Charter
• Participates in certain fraud and whistleblower investigations
• Identifies and recommends strategies to drive audit efficiency through automation, standardization, and streamlining of activities
• Participate in Supervisory Committee meetings for the presentation of formal audit reports and project status as well as various risk and governance committees to provide risk recommendations related to Credit Union initiatives.
• Support the development of the audit strategy and implementation of internal audit processes and process improvements to include frameworks, methodologies, work products and quality assurance mechanisms for the team.
• Drive and coordinate team efforts to execute the Internal Audit project plans.
• Lead risk-based financial, compliance, operational and IT systems audits, with a goal of maximizing company performance and control and minimizing risk.
• Present findings and recommendations to executive management to enable them to be knowledgeable about the state of the organization’s system of internal control and risk management processes.
• Build, develop, and maintain strong and proactive business and operational relationships with business and technology partners across the organization that mitigate risk and drive efficiency.

Skills on Resume:

• Audit Plan Execution (Hard Skills)
• Audit Oversight (Hard Skills)
• Internal Control Evaluation (Hard Skills)
• Audit Reporting (Soft Skills)
• Team Supervision (Soft Skills)
• Fraud Investigation (Hard Skills)
• Process Improvement (Hard Skills)
• Risk and Governance Coordination (Soft Skills) 

Job Summary:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Develops the strategy for the department to provide timely and useful information to key stakeholders
• Develops and maintains strong relationships and communications with the key stakeholders including Senior Management and the Audit Committee, to ensure concerns are addressed and expectations met
• Approves and oversees reports and materials presented to the Audit Committee and the Executive team summarizing audit results and recommendations
• Partners with key business leaders to perform the annual Enterprise Risk Assessment and assists with the creation of the Annual Audit Plan presented to the Audit Committee for approval
• Partners with key leaders in assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with the company's business objectives and ensuring alignment with the company's risk appetite
• Oversees the execution of the Annual Audit Plan
• Manages multiple, simultaneous risk-based and compliance audits, including operational, financial, vendor, technology, and integrated Audits, to achieve overall engagement objectives
• Collaborates with management to ensure audit plans are aligned with business needs and key risk areas
• Monitors progress of engagements and report status
• Prepares audit reports that appropriately summarize the most significant control weaknesses and resulting impacts to the organization. 
• Emphasis on actionable audit findings and recommendations that improve the internal control structure of the enterprise and assist management in improving operational effectiveness
• Recruit, hire and manage Internal Audit staff
• Direct and delegate special internal audit services as necessary, including working with external auditors, and other compliance personnel 
• Follows up on audit findings to ensure timely and proper remediation and implementation of new operational actions ill response to findings
• Communicates gaps in compliance with audit findings on an ongoing basis

Skills on Resume:

• Strategy Development (Hard Skills)
• Stakeholder Relationship Management (Soft Skills)
• Report Oversight (Hard Skills)
• Enterprise Risk Assessment (Hard Skills)
• Risk Management Alignment (Hard Skills)
• Audit Execution (Hard Skills)
• Team Management (Soft Skills)
• Compliance Monitoring (Hard Skills) 

Job Summary:

• Develop a flexible annual audit plan using an appropriate risk-based methodology, including any risks or control concerns identified by management and present that plan to the Audit Committee for review and approval as well as periodic updates.
• Implement the annual audit plan on a timely basis and monitor compliance with the timeliness of management action plans to correct deficiencies identified in the course of internal audits and report regularly to the Audit Committee on the status of each action plan.
• Maintain a professional audit staff with sufficient knowledge, skills, experience, and professional certifications to meet the responsibilities of the Internal Audit Department including but not limited to hiring, evaluating, monitoring, terminating, counseling, and recognizing and developing personnel.
• Together with the Vice President for Finance coordinate the preparation and staffing of meetings of the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees and ensure that committee charter requirements are addressed.
• As part of an annual audit plan or as requested, advise, evaluate and assess the controls associated with significant services at Rice including merged/consolidated functions or new or changed services, processes, or operations coincident with development, implementation and/or expansion.
• Demonstrate quality and continuous improvement including keeping informed of emerging trends and best practices in internal auditing.
• Identify and communicate any areas of risk that need to be raised to the attention of University leadership.
• Monitor hotline and complaint activity and assist in the investigation of significant suspected fraudulent activities within the University and notify management and the Audit Committee of the issues.
• Consult with senior management, external auditors and regulators about risk issues facing the University.
• Serve on University committees, as appropriate, in an ex officio capacity.
• Work with the Vice President for Finance to develop an operating budget for the audit function and recommend budget requirements for each fiscal year. 
• Ensure appropriate and prudent spending and control of the Internal Audit operating budget.
• Ensure that the internal audit function will meet or exceed the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Ensure that the responsibilities as stated in the Internal Audit charter are carried out.

Skills on Resume:

• Risk-Based Audit Planning (Hard Skills)
• Audit Plan Implementation (Hard Skills)
• Staff Management and Development (Soft Skills)
• Audit Committee Coordination (Soft Skills)
• Controls Evaluation (Hard Skills)
• Continuous Improvement (Soft Skills)
• Fraud Investigation (Hard Skills)
• Budget Management (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Perform internal audits of subsidiary business units, Headquarters and business processes
• Provide business units and corporate departments with the required direction and processes to ensure that the company’s internal controls over financial reporting and company policies are complied with.
• Provide support in the preparation of audit scope and detailed audit plans and audit programs.
• Identify departments and/or operations to be audited and the frequency of those audits.
• Review and report audit progress and projects against established plans and protocols to ensure reports are delivered on time and in line with quality standards.
• Perform subsequent audits to ensure completion of appropriate corrective action
• Analyze and interpret audit findings, report the impact of those findings to key stakeholder groups, and make/implement recommendations to ensure compliance.
• Provide status and progress updates on audit implantation strategies and compliance, monitoring and testing efforts to members of the Board’s Audit Committee and senior-level executives.
• Coordinate the activities and efforts of internal and external auditors, legal counsel and others involved with compliance efforts.
• Ability to work with and perform SOX audits for MIS/IT departments and processes
• Participate in various projects within the Kyocera Corporate Global Audit division to improve the internal control environment. This is done under the direction of the Director in the KDA Audit department.
• Directs, plans and authors responses to audits and inquiries from oversight agencies including the City and State Offices of the Comptroller
• Directs, plans and authors the client responses to the yearly Citywide external audit
• Planning and execution of internal audits and may play a role in the definition and implementation of internal controls, processes, and procedures

Skills on Resume:

• Audit Execution (Hard Skills)
• Control Compliance (Hard Skills)
• Audit Planning (Hard Skills)
• Progress Reporting (Soft Skills)
• Corrective Action Follow-up (Hard Skills)
• Audit Analysis (Hard Skills)
• Stakeholder Communication (Soft Skills)
• SOX Auditing (Hard Skills)