Sr Internal Auditor

Advantage Tech is looking for a  Senior Internal Auditor for a client of ours based in Topeka, KS!

Responsibilities:

• Develops internal audit scope for assigned projects, including completing risk assessments to determine the focus of the audit and the testing procedures to be completed.
• Analyzes and documents the audit area by reviewing existing documentation or developing documentation, such as detailed narratives and flowcharts, applicable policies and procedures, business unit risk assessments, etc.
• Tests controls to ensure reliability and transparency of financial reporting, effectiveness and efficiency of operations, and compliance with applicable rules, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Provides training and mentoring to audit team members.
• Reviews the work of other auditors.
• Actively participate and/or lead process improvement initiatives.
• Communicates internal audit results to management and the Audit committee of the board of directors through meetings and internal audit reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.                                                                                 

Expectations:

• Complete assigned audit procedures and Sarbanes-Oxley testing in a timely manner.
• Understand and document key internal controls, including the ability to discern strengths and weaknesses.
• Develop a working knowledge of all areas of the companies and the ability to develop a clear understanding of the company’s key functional processes and resources.
• Maintain professional and courteous relationships with auditees and others.
• Communicate effectively in writing (emails, memos and audit reports) and in verbal communications (meetings with auditees and others).
• Work cooperatively with all members of the Internal Audit department.
• Actively identify opportunities for process improvement and be willingly to assist and/or lead in the implementation.
• Protect business records created or used in business processes to ensure availability, confidentiality, integrity; and the retention and destruction of such as specified by relevant policies.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, ability to problem solve, memory for details, ability to prioritize, and ability to maintain concentrated mental and visual attention for sustained periods.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) by taking actions that are consistent with company’s DEI program. Provides reporting to the Office of Minority and Women Inclusion (OMWI), as needed, as well as partners with OMWI to implement effective policies and procedures that incorporate DEI into business activities.

Knowledge and Skills:
Experience:  Six or more years of similar or related experience.
Education:  Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (or equivalent work experience) is required. CPA or CIA professional certification is required.
Interpersonal Skills:  A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required, in addition to normal courtesy and tact. Work involves extensive personal contact with others and is usually of a personal or sensitive nature. Work may involve motivating or influencing others.
Other Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and auditing standards.
• Ability to work independently.
• Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience of internal control system processes, risk management methodologies and project management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products including Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Ability to operate all types of general office equipment.
• Ability to work and travel independently.