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The City of Richmond Office of the City Auditor is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Internal Auditor. The City of Richmond is committed to promoting an open and accountable government through independent audit services. This position offers an opportunity to expand and develop your auditing skills in a highly diversified audit environment.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs financial and program audits of various departments and prepares reports with recommendations for supervisors review.
• Applies analytical problem-solving skills to identify and quantify problems and provide effective resolution.
• Coordinates and supervises activities of staff assigned for specific projects. Participates in developing audit programs for specific assignments.
• Interviews appropriate personnel, accumulating, verifying and analyzing available data; observing actual practices and evaluating functional operational techniques; and identifying existing or potential problem areas.
• Prepares and maintains comprehensive internal auditing workpapers which accurately and sufficiently document audit tests performed, audit findings, and recommendations.
• Evaluates internal and administrative controls in relation to cost benefits, effectiveness, and economies of scale.
• Prepares comprehensive audit reports detailing findings and recommendations and assists in the presentation of audit findings and recommendations to appropriate City staff and the Audit Committee.
• Assists in providing counsel and advice to City staff on matters related to audit reports, reviews, and other related recommendations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
• Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS)
• Financial and Operations Auditing Concepts
• Collecting and analyzing complex data
• Evaluating information and drawing logical conclusions
• Assessing the effectiveness of internal controls over key risk areas
• Analyzing transactions and management information
• Developing appropriate recommendations to address risks
• Using analytical software tools, data analysis methods, and other computer applications

Minimum Training and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field.
• At least three years of internal auditing experience in either government, non-profit or private industry.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.

Preferred Training and Experience:

• The ability to lead audit teams.
• Enhanced analytical and data mining skills.
• Experience using audit software.
• Experience in government auditing and investigation.
• Experience auditing the procurements and contracts.
• Experience auditing a public utility highly preferred.
• Certification as a CPA, CIA, or CISA highly preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at

Are you passionate about evaluating financial systems and ensuring effective controls? We are seeking a dedicated Internal Auditor to join our team and contribute to maintaining the integrity and efficiency of our financial operations.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct risk-based audits on various financial and operational systems to assess their effectiveness and compliance with established standards.
• Document and evaluate internal controls within both manual and automated systems, identifying strengths and potential areas for improvement.
• Prepare comprehensive audit work papers and reports that clearly outline findings, control weaknesses, and practical improvement recommendations.
• Lead small to medium-sized audit projects, providing guidance and supervision to staff auditors and interns.
• Collaborate with external and regulatory auditors, ensuring seamless communication and cooperation.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of internal control concepts and risk-based audit methodologies.
• Demonstrated expertise in accounting principles and practices.
• Strong project management skills with a proven track record of successfully executing audit projects from inception to completion.
• Exceptional analytical skills, capable of identifying, defining, and resolving complex problems.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• 401(k) plan with pension options.
• Generous paid time off policy, increasing with tenure.
• Tuition reimbursement and personalized career development plans.
• Parental leave and maternity leave with a structured return-to-work transition.
• Access to on-site amenities such as a fitness center and cafeteria.
• Extensive employee discount program.

Kratos is looking for an Internal Auditor for their Corporate Office in San Diego, CA.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises.

At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions always striving to do the right thing.

Kratos offers medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Conducts internal financial and/or system audits and risk assessments. May test and document financial and computer system records for information and/or system integrity and transaction accuracy. Reports discrepancies. Prepares audit plans and understands the specific issues to be evaluated. Executes internal audits within established business and/ or system process controls. Develops formal written reports to communicate audit results to management and regulatory compliance agencies, if applicable and makes recommendations as appropriate. May facilitate work of external auditors during on-site visits. May require audit knowledge and skills in finance/accounting.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
•Complete knowledge and full understanding of area of specialization, principles and practices within a professional discipline.
•Assesses unusual circumstances and uses sophisticated analytical and problem-solving techniques to identify cause.
•Resolves and assesses a wide range of issues in creative ways and suggests variations in approach.
•This job is the fully qualified, experienced professional, journey-level position.
•Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of information and/ or data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
•Devises solutions based on limited information and precedent and adapts existing approaches to resolve issues.
•Uses evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select right course of action.
•Work is done independently and is reviewed at critical points.
•Enhances relationships and networks in own area of expertise with senior internal/external partners who are not familiar with the subject matter often requiring persuasion.
•Adapts style to differing audiences and often advises others on difficult matters.
•Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
•Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
•Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
•Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
•Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more.
•Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
•Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
•Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
•Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or a minimum of 3 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD without experience; or a minimum of 9 years of equivalent work experience.
•Requires demonstrated experience as internal or external auditor.
•Requires ASC 606 or revenue recognition experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
•Office and open cubical environment.
•Ability to sit for long periods of time.
•Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse, phones).

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Yes, as required and up to 25%.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

As an Internal Auditor at MEDITECH, your primary role is to perform internal audits for the company to verify the effectiveness and compliance with MEDITECH's Quality Management System and Information Security Management Systems.

As a member of our EHR and Quality Systems Compliance team, your job would involve:

• Planning, organizing, facilitating, and conducting audits assigned by the Lead Auditor
• Keeping Lead Auditor informed about the audit's progress, obstacles, limitations, and any suspected nonconformity
• Reviewing MEDITECH's quality system documentation, records, and previously reported issues
• Determining the tools and methods for gathering and analyzing data
• Gathering and analyzing data to assess compliance and effectiveness
• Reporting audit findings objectively, fairly, and accurately with appropriate supporting evidence
• Maintaining required auditing records
• Verifying corrective and preventive actions' effectiveness when instructed
• Assembling audit findings and contributing to a fair, objective, and meaningful audit report
• Submitting audit reports to the Lead Auditor and responsible management team
• Assisting in training new or replacement Internal Auditors
• Planning and executing projects and other duties as assigned
• Assisting in identifying potential improvements to the audit program.

• Bachelor's or associate degree preferred, but not required, and/or 2-3 years applicable work or military experience
• Understanding of MEDITECH's Quality Management System and how MEDITECH's divisions function independently and as a whole
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• High degree of professionalism
• Ability to take the initiative to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Language Incentive
• Referral Bonus
• T uition Assistance Program

• Performs financial and program audits of various departments and prepares reports with recommendations for supervisor's review.

• Applies analytical problem-solving skills to identify and quantify problems and provide effective resolution.

• Coordinates and supervises activities of staff assigned for specific projects. Participates in developing audit programs for specific assignments.

• Interviews appropriate personnel, accumulating, verifying and analyzing available data; observing actual practices and evaluating functional operational techniques; and identifying existing or potential problem areas.

• Prepares and maintains comprehensive internal auditing workpapers which accurately and sufficiently document audit tests performed, audit findings, and recommendations.

• Evaluates internal and administrative controls in relation to cost benefits, effectiveness, and economies of scale.

• Prepares comprehensive audit reports detailing findings and recommendations and assists in the presentation of audit findings and recommendations to appropriate City staff and the Audit Committee.
• Assists in providing counsel and advice to City staff on matters related to audit reports, reviews, and other related recommendations.

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
• Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS)
• Financial and Operations Auditing Concepts
• Collecting and analyzing complex data
• Evaluating information and drawing logical conclusions
• Assessing the effectiveness of internal controls over key risk areas
• Analyzing transactions and management information
• Developing appropriate recommendations to address risks
• Using analytical software tools, data analysis methods, and other computer applications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field.
• At least three years of internal auditing experience in either government, non-profit or private industry
• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.

• The ability to lead audit teams
• Enhanced analytical and data mining skills
• Experience using audit software
• Experience in government auditing and investigation
• Experience auditing the procurements and contracts
• Experience auditing a public utility highly preferred
• Certification as a CPA, CIA, or CISA highly preferred

• Yes
• No

• Yes
• No

• High school diploma/GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's/Advanced Degree

• Less than one year of experience
• One to two years of experience
• Three to four years of experience
• Five or more years of experience

• Less than one year of experience
• One to two years of experience
• Three to four years of experience
• Five or more years of experience

• Yes
• No

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Inspector General (CIG)
• Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP)
• Certified Management Accounts (CMA)
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• None of the above

Maintaining efficiency and economy in operations management requires flexibility in job assignments. While each employee shall have a primary responsibility for the job in which that employee has been hired or later promoted, each employee may be expected to perform other jobs from time to time.

SUMMARY:

The Internal Auditor performs complex operational, compliance and quality assurance audits of contractors having contractual agreements with the Metropolitan Transit System and its related entities ("MTS"). The Internal Auditor reviews MTS operations and records to ensure the adequacy of internal controls, safeguarding of assets, compliance and quality assurance with MTS policies and procedures, compliance with federal, state and local agency grant requirements, effectiveness of operations, and consistency with our organizational objectives.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Essential Functions

• Develops an annual audit plan, identifying areas of potential internal control exposure and areas for improving operational efficiency. Participates in various committees related to job function.
• Reviews, analyzes and evaluates vendor/contractor activities, expenses, products and reports to ensure delivery of services or materials as specified, compliance and quality assurance with the contract, and validity of changes in scope of services and amounts.
• Examines departmental records to ensure proper recording of transactions, compliance and quality assurance in accordance with applicable laws.
• Evaluates MTS procedures for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of efforts, fraud, and failure to comply with pertinent laws and government regulations, as well as MTS policies and procedures.
• Performs operational audits throughout MTS to provide management with an objective analysis of activities, prepares internal audit reports and communicates results of the audits to management. Evaluates the impact on MTS activities and recommends policy and procedural changes.
• Follows up with management on resolution of findings and implementation of recommendations.
• Administers the MTS Fraud, Waste, and Abuse hotline.

• Perform other tasks and special projects as may be assigned.

Job Description:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support Americas food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

• Works in a team environment performing operational, financial, and other ad hoc projects as assigned and under the direction of Internal Audit Leadership in accordance with the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
• Reports to the audit/project in-charge for daily assignments
• Use data analytics to facilitate audit scoping and testing, and produce meaningful insights shared using data visualization
• Identify and promote the use of best practices within the organization
• May assist in ad-hoc investigations or corporate audits
• Travel up to 25% to conduct audits/projects in the US

Qualification:

Company description

Awards and Accolades

As an Internal Auditor with the University System of Maryland Office, you will play a vital role in promoting accountability and operational excellence across our institutions. You will lead and manage audit engagements ranging from straightforward reviews to complex, multi-faceted audits. This includes developing tailored audit programs, overseeing all phases of the audit process, and collaborating with other lead auditors to ensure high-quality outcomes. While your primary focus will be on operational and financial audits, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to high-impact special projects, including fraud investigations and strategic departmental initiatives. This position offers a dynamic and meaningful career path for professionals passionate about driving improvement and integrity in higher education.

Auditing--planning, researching, interviewing, conducting field-work, and reporting:

• Ascertains whether university organizational units are performing their planning, accounting, custodial, or control activities in a manner consistent with university objectives and high standards of administrative practice, as well as in compliance with management's instructions, applicable policy statements, and procedures.
• Performs audits in accord with approved audit programs in a manner consistent with IIA's International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Recommends methods of obtaining, analyzing, and evaluating evidentiary data as the basis of an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of control and efficiency of the activities under review.
• Suggests methods of implementing new or revised procedures to produce required data, to provide effective internal control, and to improve audit trails.
• Evaluates the ability of accounting and reporting systems to generate reliable and timely data.
• Analyzes cost accounting systems, specific cost representations, and functions they reflect to determine the basis for cost setting under various types of contracts.
• Discusses observed conditions with operating personnel to verify facts and obtain explanations for these conditions. Applies automated auditing techniques when reviewing data that is processed and maintained via computerized systems.

Supervising--In-Charge Auditor:

At times, will function as lead auditor in charge of other auditors on certain engagements. Also, may lead in orienting new auditors into the Internal Audit Department.

Annual Salary: $95,900-$100,900