TDHCA - Audit Project Manager - Texas Department of Public Safety : Job Details

Internal Audit Division

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

• Performs internal audits that are highly complex in nature or primarily large in scale and/or oversees others who perform internal audits, including coordinating assignments and audit activities.
• Examines and analyzes management operations, internal control structures and systems, information technology databases and systems, and accounting records and other records for reliability, adequacy, accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Prepares working papers to document the results of the work performed, including interviews, data analysis, and other documentation.
• Prepares audit reports, including the preparation of outlines, specification of internal reviews, preparation of draft reports, review of draft reports with managers of the audited functions, preparation of the final reports incorporating management comments as appropriate, and submission of the final reports for review and approval.
• Assists in development of audit scopes, programs, objectives, procedures, and deliverables that test controls and provides a conclusion on the audit objectives.
• Presents audit reports and results to department executives and managers.
• Assists with the development of annual audit plans.
• Assists in the Quality Assurance Program, including conducting quality control on other audits and advisory services and preparing for the annual internal quality control program, self-assessments, and periodic peer reviews.
• May conduct follow-up assessments to determine implementation status of prior audit findings and recommendations.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be able to learn and navigate agency operational and financial functions, both for purposes of completing assigned tasks and for purposes of auditing agency operations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• College degree required, with accounting or business concentration preferred. CISA or CIA certification candidate strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Experience in conducting audits of state and federal programs; must be able to manage audit projects with appropriate supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This classification functions in a standard office environment. Ability to drive and travel as needed. Will need to move about the office to access file cabinets, use office machinery, attend meetings in various offices and conference rooms, etc. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information via phone, computer, and in person. Must be able to observe and evaluate data in a variety of formats, including hard copy, electronic, and various media formats
• The employee must be able to lift and/or carry up to 10 pounds. Must be able to push and/or pull up to 10 lbs.

OTHER :

Must be willing to work in a non-smoking environment and adhere to all applicable Department policies and procedures. Must be willing to work overtime if necessary which may include nights and weekends. Must attend work regularly and adhere to approved work schedule.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE CANDIDATE:• Official transcripts or other minimum requirement validations will be requested of final applicants.• Criminalbackground checks will be conducted before an offer of employment is extended.

We fully recognize, honor and enforce the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and encourage opportunities to hire Veterans, Reservists and Guardsmen.

Males born on or after January 1, 1960, between the ages of 18-26, will be required to present proof of Selective Service System registration on the first day of employment or proof of exemption from Selective Service registration requirement.

The U.S. Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires new employees to present proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Failure to provide this information within the required timeframe will result in the offer being rescinded.

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