Senior Internal Auditor

Posted Date 2/16/2024 Post End Date 3/15/2024 Job Description
The JSO Internal Audit Unit supports management's commitment to a sound internal control structure, provides reasonable assurance to management that the internal control structure can be relied upon to mitigate risks, and provides an objective review of the various operational units.
Examples of Work

• Perform comprehensive audits of financial systems, business activities and internal accounting controls at Police and Correctional facilities within Jacksonville
• Defining expectations for each audit project including audit objectives, planning, and scope definition
• Develop audit plans and conduct operational and financial audits to assess effectiveness of internal controls, accuracy of financial reporting, efficiency of operations, and compliance with policies
• Prepare audit work papers to document the audit process, tests, and results
• Prepare written reports to all levels of management and recommend corrective actions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills for interfacing with all levels of internal and external management
• Knowledge of information technology and business process evaluation and improvement techniques
• Extensive understanding of business processes, internal control, compliance programs and audit processes
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information
• Ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities in managing a wide variety of projects
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, accountability, and leadership
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

• A minimum of 5 years of audit experience with a minimum of 2 years in an internal audit role.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA or CIA active license preferred
• Demonstrative knowledge in internal control concepts, generally accepted accounting principles and Institute of Internal Auditor practices
• Knowledge of accounting processes and related reporting
• Experience with audits and preparing work papers to document the audit process, tests, and results
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting databases

The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and will provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants in compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws and the current interpretation of employment discrimination by the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, as set forth in Directive 0528. There shall be no discrimination or harassment against any person with regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other impermissible factor in recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, placement, promotion, discipline, demotion, transfers, layoff, recall, termination, working conditions and related terms and conditions of employment.
Min USD $95,000.00/Yr. Max USD $110,000.00/Yr.