Audit Specialist
Company:CareerNation
Location:Columbus/
State:OH-Ohio
Job Status:Full-Time
Job Type:Employee
Salary:
Reference Code:101
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY: Leads and handles more complex assignments related to the evaluation and implementation of internal and information systems audit programs throughout the company or business segments for soundness, compliance, cost effectiveness and risk as well as liability of operational, financial, information management, data processing controls, systems, policies and procedures to ensure the integrity of management information systems, financial controls, and records.
This position may support the PCIO Internal Audit team or the Life & Retirement Audit team in handling complex assignments related to the evaluation of operational and/or financial controls throughout the company.
This position also provides recommendations for problem resolution to auditing management and the business unit. This position may assist in the development of audit processes and procedures, as well as coach and mentor audit team members for performance and development.
Qualifications of the Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess a BS or BA degree in accounting or a related business field, and have a minimum of six (6) years auditing experience. Attainment of the CPA or CIA designation, while not required, is a plus. In addition, the candidate should be proficient in operational knowledge and application of audit practices to multiple functional areas.
Must also have analytical skills to assess risk and evaluate a variety of controls and processes. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Leads critical risk assessments as well as the evaluation of controls and liability on legal and regulatory compliance, financial reporting and operations for assigned business units. Provides recommendations for problem resolution to auditing management and the business unit.
2.
Evaluates the total product delivery process and recommends solutions to reduce risk and minimize liability.
3.
Formulates, recommends and leads research and development programs in an assigned business unit to meet the business unitīs needs for the improvement and risk reduction of existing processes and operational methods and controls, while introducing a range of possible alternatives in rank of desirability and probability of success.
4.
Identifies and evaluates complex constants and variables, , restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters as they relate to a business unitīs processes, policies, procedures, systems and financial controls. Develops and implements process design analysis.
Provides interpretation and recommendations to management on issues such as management planning, operating controls, risk and liability scenarios, and cost impact.
5.
Leads the development and implementation of audit plans and programs that may correct or enhance processes, operations, methods and controls for a particular business unit. Assists in the development of policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure liability and risk control.
6.
Assists in the development, implementation, and administration of audit programs as they relate to processes, policies, systems, operations, methods and procedures for the effective management and control of multiple functions to reduce risk, liability, and cost and provide profitability for the business unit.
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Leads a team of auditors that assess risk and controls on operating procedures and processes through a systematic program of audits and analysis.
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Counsels and advises auditing management on risk and control issues.
Analyzes and recommends to the auditing management on audit developments, significant findings, anticipated problems, and proposed audit scope changes.
9.
Plans and leads audits on operation and financial processes as well as on existing and proposed computer systems including processing, input/output systems flow, controls and edits, data storage, and security procedures.
Analyzes data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, or fraud. Recommends corrective action necessary to resolve problems that are found during the audit process.
10.
Leads the examination and evaluation of accounting records and methods, tax records and tax payments, reconciliation of company bank accounts and audits of operational/managerial methods.
11.
Evaluates and administers complex audits on existing and proposed computer systems including processing, input/output systems flow, controls and edits, data storage and security procedures.
12.
Assesses risk and controls on information systems and data processing for assigned business units. Evaluates complex systems, policies, procedures, and data processing controls and provides recommendations to auditing management in order to ensure the integrity of data in files and the efficient utilization of computer resources.
13.
Leads the field work on special and/or confidential studies, surveys and projects related to operation, financial, and information systems audits.
Leads audits on financial and data processing operations to ensure that sound management techniques are employed to identify problems to process and distribute information.
14.
Coaches and mentors audit team members for performance and development.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Company Description
CareerNation is a global staffing company for Africa and the United States. CareerNation was established in 2000 and has been the leading recruiter of well-educated, well-trained, and well-hidden African & African American talent. CareerNation has worked with many clients in attracting and placing diverse candidates into their organizations.
CareerNation provides the following three (3) services:
1) CareerNation Job Boards
2) CareerNation Events
3) Recruitment of Local and Expatriate Staff
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