Senior Internal Auditor
Senior Internal Auditor
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Job Description
Its a great time to join the City of Boulder!
Application Deadline:
April 16 2025Compensation Details:
Full Pay Range77417..60Generally the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80 of the range.This is a fulltime salaried position.Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility Group:
Non Union 30 Hours)Locate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the Employee Benefit Eligibility document to identify the benefits offered for this job.
Job Description Summary:
Under limited supervision the Internal Auditor Senior will help lead the organization through this enhanced internal control and operational effectiveness program and play an integral role in organizational enthusiasm and support. This role will work closely with all finance department leaders leaders across the organization and department staff that handle financial transactions or manage programs.Job Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans audits in accordance with accepted professional standards. This typically includes reviewing prior audit work reports applicable policies procedures and regulations; risk assessment; developing an audit program for review and approval by the CFO; evaluating fraud risk; researching and documenting internal controls and efficiency of operations; and researching best practices or industry criteria for audit measurement.
- Develops annual audit plans.
- Performs audits through a combination of the following activities: interviewing personnel; assessing internal controls; reviewing and verifying processes; performing data mining and analytics; communicating clearly and concisely with management through different mediums; maintaining objectivity; building secure relationships with clients to ensure information accuracy; and handling high pressure situations and meetings.
- Reports audit results by documenting audit findings; making recommendations for corrective action; writing an initial draft of the audit report; clearing audit notes from managements review; discussing audit results findings and recommendations with audited management; and performing annual audit followups.
- Communicates audit findings and recommendations to client at all levels in the organization in person and via written report to management staff and if needed Council. Ensures written reports meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
- Handles special projects and administrative functions by providing external audit support; researching and drafting responses related to the fraud hotline; contributing potential projects for annual audit planning; status reporting; project management; and attending staff meetings and team building activities.
- Communicates with key stakeholders on the audit process; meets with department managers to develop professional relationships improve idea sharing support client and audit goals and objectives.
- Attends professional development and training by maintaining professional certifications; remaining current in accounting auditing and fraud examination theory and practices; and participating in local professional associations and continuing professional education.
- Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the city. Takes proper safety precautions to prevent accidents. Responsible for the safety of self othersmaterials and equipment. Uses all required safety equipment and follows all safety regulationspolicies and procedures. Reports all accidents and damage to city property.
- Responsible for knowing and complying with all city and department policies; participating inprofessional trainings and development; and adhering to attendance and workplace attire policies.Generally duties and responsibilities are listed from most to least critical or time consuming.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to communicate complex data in understandable terms to external and internal customers.
- Skill in demonstrating prior work experience in local government or an audit firm providing an organizationwide focus on internal controls and fostering relationships with engaged stakeholders and customers.
- Skill in working as an innovative leader.
- Have and maintain acceptable background information including criminal conviction history.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish.
- Ability to demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills.
- Knowledge of and experience in local government finance.
- Masters degree in accounting or a related field.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelors degree in accounting finance public or business administration or arelated field.
- Five 5 years or more of progressive auditing experience.
- Must possess or be able to acquire one of the following certifications and/or licenses by the employees start date:
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CEA)
- Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)
SUPERVISION
Supervision Received: Senior Risk Manager
Supervision Exercised: None
WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Physical & Mental Effort: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permits the employee to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person. Sufficient vision or other powers of observation that permits the employee to review evaluate and prepare a variety of written documents and materials. Sufficient manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate computer equipment and other office equipment. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to work in an office setting. Work may include extended periods of time viewing a computer video monitor and/ or operating a keyboard. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines public contact and changing priorities and conditions.
- Work Environment: Works primarily in clean comfortable environment. Works in a setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises.
- Machines and Equipment Used: Frequently uses standard office equipment including personal computers telephones calculators and copy/fax machines.
Additional Job Description:
Last updated: 7/5/2024
The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation please send a request to
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
