Responsibilities
The Senior Internal Auditor takes a lead role in supporting the Director, Corporate Audit for developing and implementing a risk-based internal audit plan, assisting management in complying with applicable internal control policies and regulations, and working with management to bring cost effective and efficient leading practices. This position conducts internal audit activities within the organization, including providing independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the organization's operations. Corporate Audit is intended to assist the organization in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
- Lead and assist in developing, implementing and maintaining the Internal Auditing function based on professional standards and in compliance with policies, procedures and best practices.
- Lead the assessment of financial and operational risk and other business risks and provide technical expertise and independent and objective evaluations and recommendations to management for ensuring an adequate system of internal controls to address those risks.
- Lead the performance of audits (financial, compliance, operational and investigative) and risk and control assessments.
- Includes the development of the audit scope and program, the identification of internal controls, the examination, evaluation, and documentation of the risks, controls, and business processes, and analyzing and appraising the evidentiary data.
- Research, evaluate and develop solid recommendations for management based on the results of the audit performed, which includes drafting formal written reports which express opinions regarding the adequacy and effectiveness of the controls and processes.
- Recommend new or revised procedures, guidelines and standards to establish improved methods and controls for processes under review.
- Act as a lead in assisting in the execution of the Independent Auditor’s annual audit of the District’s financial statements and other audits, reviews and special analysis.
- Act as a lead in assisting in research and interpretations of accounting treatments or any other special analysis requested.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field or 5 years internal auditing or related experience.
- Professional certification of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Other related professional certifications (i.e. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), etc.).
- Comprehensive knowledge of professional auditing standards and practices and functional knowledge of District operations, accounting and financial functions, and the regulations governing District operations including Governmental Accounting Standards Board, Financial Accounting Standards Board and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission pronouncements. The incumbent should demonstrate continuous learning and periodically update his/her knowledge of the business through formal training.
- Working knowledge of the COSO internal control framework, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, audit sampling techniques, risk management principles, financial and operational policies and practices, and accounting for utility operations.
- Must have a thorough knowledge and demonstrated experience using Audit Control Language (ACL), Excel, Word, Windows, PowerPoint, Oracle, Access or similar software.
- This position requires thoroughness, accuracy, excellent documentation skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and human relations skills. It also requires excellent problem solving, analytical and decision making abilities and organization skills, along with the ability to work in a supervisory role.
- Solid leadership skills. Proven ability to build solid relationships within the District and with others outside of the Company.
- Must be able to manage several projects simultaneously and work independently.
Desired:
- A Master’s degree (MBA preferred) in a related field.
- Experience with Audit Control Language (ACL) and Structured Query Language (SQL), or similar audit tools.
- The incumbent should demonstrate continuous learning and periodically update his/her knowledge of the business through formal training.
Closing Statement
Salary Grade: S5
Foundation: $94,112
Midpoint: $117,640
At Omaha Public Power District, we’re passionate about three things: power, the people who make it, and the people who rely on it.
WE ARE: Where the Light Starts. OPPD is the 12th-largest public power utility in the U.S., serving over 850,000 people across 5,000 square miles and 13 counties.
WE’RE COMMITTED TO: Each other and the people we serve. This commitment drives us. We’re dedicated to providing our communities with affordable, reliable, and environmentally sensitive energy services today, tomorrow, and well into the future.
OUR JOB: To provide power with a purpose. We have real impact - on people’s lives, on the environment, and on the future of energy. We’re always looking for bright, capable people who want an opportunity to lead from where you are—wherever you are— and know that your ideas will be heard. If you want to be a source of real, positive change for the community and the people who live in this region, then working for a company acknowledged for caring about these same things is likely a priority for you as well.
Org Marketing Statement
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
How To Apply
Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before October 20, 2024.
Recruiter: Jennifer Skupa - jkskupa@oppd.com #LI-JS1
PLEASE NOTE - Your application has not been submitted unless you have applied for a specific requisition. If you have not chosen a specific opening, your application will remain in 'DRAFT' form and will not be viewed by our Human Capital staff.
