Compliance & Internal Audit Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

Highly responsible position in charge of directing, planning and organizing all aspects of the Internal Audit activity. Duties include but are not limited to: supervising and/or conducting financial, compliance, and operational internal audits or reviews of departments, programs, and contracts; performing and preparing the annual risk assessment and audit plan; responsibility to effect or recommend personnel, budget, expenditure, or policy decisions; and evaluating various activities under the Clerk of Courts and Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). This position is qualified for Senior Management Service Class pursuant to F.S.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Plans and organizes the audit activity.
• Performs and prepares an annual risk assessment of BOCC departments and develops the annual audit plan which is approved by the Clerk and presented to the BOCC.
• Establishes and monitors guidelines for continuous professional training and education of audit staff.
• Establishes and monitors departmental policies and procedures.
• Monitors the progression of the annual audit plan and utilization of audit resources.
• Communicates regularly with the Clerk on the status of current audits; resolution of control weaknesses and risks of past audits; potential impairments to independence; status of audit resources; and any newly identified risks or opportunities.
• Supervises, directs and conducts complex financial, compliance and operational internal audits or reviews of departments, programs, contracts, and various activities under the Clerk of Courts and the BOCC.
• Develops the audit plan and audit programs to determine the scope and methodology of audits and necessary procedures to accomplish audit objectives.
• Reviews and/or prepares work papers to document audit work.
• Supervisors and conducts audit fieldwork.
• Conducts entrance and exit audit conferences
• Ensures ongoing communication with senior management and auditees to aid in the resolution of identified control weaknesses and risks.
• Assesses compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, grants, and agreements.
• Continuously fosters strong working relationship with Clerk and BOCC management and staff.
• Coordinates with the external auditor as necessary.
• Evaluates various systems of internal control and fosters an environment of continuous improvement.
• Communicates audit results and potential risks/concerns to senior management.
• Continually works toward the improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal control environment.
• Identifies potential risks or concerns associated with the implementation of new systems, projects, and processes.
• Identifies and coordinates necessary training for current and new audit staff.
• Employees will be required to perform other duties as directed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency in principles, practices and methodology of internal auditing (i.e. IIA Professional Practices Framework, COSO, Government Auditing Standards, etc.).
• Knowledge of principles, practices and methodology of information systems auditing (i.e. COBIT, GTAG, etc.)
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of information technology and ability to evaluate County's information technology resources as it relates to the internal control structure.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, and administration of county departments.
• Knowledge of the laws, ordinances and regulations governing the financial administration of the County.
• Ability to plan, organize, perform and direct audits of various County organizations.
• Ability to analyze and interpret fiscal and accounting data.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial related issues.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Four (4) years direct work experience with an organization comparable in size and work volume to the Highlands County Clerk of Courts, or graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in management, Accounting, Finance, General Business, or another analytical field. Master's Degree from an accredited university preferred.
• Six (6) years progressively responsible experience in internal auditing.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification required. Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), or Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification preferred.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time.
• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in various computer applications.
• Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).
• Traverse stairs (if elevator is not accessible).
• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Lift and carry objects in excess of 10 pounds.
• Utilize step-ladder (filing out of normal reach).
• Bend.
• Stoop.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Office environment.

Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77, $136,236.98 per year

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending