Internal Auditor Ii

Examples of Duties

• Performs internal audits and assists with the performance of complex internal audits; analyzes financial records, operating procedures, management practices, and/or program performance to evaluate fairness of financial statement presentations, compliance with legal requirements, adequacy of internal controls, and effectiveness and efficiency of program operations
• Documents findings in work papers; makes corrective action recommendations; prepares written reports of audit findings and recommendations to improve internal controls or operational effectiveness and efficiency; prepares and submits mandated reports within established timeframes; and confers with management regarding unfavorable audit findings and specific accounting problems
• Performs detailed testing, utilizing statistical sampling techniques when appropriate, to verify accuracy of data and effectiveness of accounting procedures and controls
• Determines scope of audit in consultation with management and within time constraints and staff availability; schedules and leads formal audit meetings with affected staff; and develops audit plans and timetables
• Performs special research projects and assists with the performance of external audits
• Maintains current professional accounting and auditing knowledge of and complies with legislation, applicable laws, codes, professional ethics, rules, regulations, established policies and procedures associated with best business practices, internal controls, International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS); attends and participates in various meetings, committees, and professional groups. Meets GAGAS’ annual continuing professional education requirements
• Communicates with County staff, governmental agencies, and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities, and resolve issues and concerns
• Travels to client sites or other locations, as deemed necessary, to examine financial and other pertinent records, conduct the internal audits of various departments and agencies or receive training.

• International Professional Practices Framework (Institute of Internal Auditors)
• Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (U.S. Government Accountability Office)
• Principles, practices, and techniques relating to financial, compliance, and performance audits
• Principles, practices, and techniques relating to internal controls
• Work paper techniques
• Professional audit report writing
• Professional ethics requirements
• Methods, procedures, and terminology used in professional accounting and/or auditing
• Automated accounting system concepts and audit control
• Analysis of simple to complex financial statements and reports
• Financial and statistical recordkeeping techniques
• Research and assessment techniques
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Information technology control principles and practices
• Related computer hardware and applicable software

• Interpret, explain, and apply legal and procedural rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and requirements
• Interpret and apply professional accounting and/or auditing principles and standards
• Understand County financial processes and systems
• Perform complex analytical and critical examination of governmental operations and activities
• Maintain the confidence of departmental and agency staff, and other officials during audits and while resolving difficult problems
• Maintain impartiality, objectivity, and independence
• Write accurate and concise audit reports
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Operate standard office equipment including a computer and associated software
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Provide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Additional Information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following:

• Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license or be able to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority
• Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting
• Travel and work throughout the County of Monterey and attend training and conferences outside of the County as needed
• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency.

• As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions.
• Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9.
• If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.

• A completed County of Monterey Employment Application
• Responses to all the Supplemental Questions