Partnerships for Innovation
PURPOSE: To plan and perform internal audits of financial and operational functions to: (1) evaluate adequacy of internal controls to deter or detect opportunities for fraud, waste, and abuse; (2) determine reliability and integrity of financial and operating information; (3) ensure compliance with policies, plans, procedures, accepted accounting principles, laws, regulations, and contract provisions; (4) evaluate means for safeguarding assets; and (5) ascertain economy and efficiency with which resources are used.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Performing audits in strict accordance with professional auditing standards and internal procedures for fieldwork, working paper preparation, and audit reporting. When serving as the auditor-in-charge of an assignment, this position will oversee the staff auditor(s) assigned to ensure the work is accurate, sufficient, and in compliance with applicable standards and policies before being given to the Chief Audit Officer for review and approval.
* Performing other administrative and auditing duties as assigned or necessary. These include drafting correspondence, conducting special audit research or investigations, performing follow-up on audit findings, and serving on various committees.
* Performing ad hoc management requests, investigations, research for government requirements or new business methods, process improvement activities, and other special assignments.
OTHER JOB DUTIES:
* Assisting the Chief Audit Officer in the development of the annual audit plan by submitting audit ideas, performing limited surveys of risk and vulnerabilities, and preparing related documentation for decisions.
* Planning individual audits by conducting surveys of functional areas. Collecting and analyzing data to determine audit approach, scope/depth, and special audit techniques. Formalizing audit programs for supervisory approval.
* Preparing formal, written reports following each audit and assists in presenting findings to management, identifying problems and recommended solutions, subject to supervisory review and approval.
Bachelors degree in business related field and a minimum of eight years work experience in performance, financial, compliance, and government auditing, as well as special projects, required. Requires extensive knowledge of accounting and auditing theories and practices, as well as a working knowledge of the functional area under review. Must possess adequate knowledge of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) auditing standards. Must have ability to locate and either interpret or obtain an interpretation of the terms and conditions of various contracts and an understanding of federal regulations. Must be capable of communicating (oral/written) with all levels of personnel and be proficient with Microsoft Office software. Interpersonal skills necessary due to the potentially adversarial role. Analytical and reasoning skills essential. Experience with federal auditing or other DOE contractor internal audit organizations preferred. One of the following certifications required: CIA, CPA, CFE, CISA, or CMA. Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE "Q" security clearance.