Internal Auditor

Responsible for conducting independent and objective audits of various activities of departments within the County of Montgomery. The scope of work performed includes financial, compliance, and performance audits in accordance to Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS). Tasks are of more than average difficulty, and include development and completion of work programs for each assigned audit project, preparation of draft reports of audit findings, and presentation of audit recommendations to management.

In addition, the Internal Auditor performs tasks which may include assisting with preparation of an annual County-wide risk assessment and establishing the annual audit plan, providing on the job training and mentoring to less experienced audit staff, conducting preliminary work paper reviews upon request, audit planning activities, assisting with developing risk-based audit programs, and other special projects as delegated by the Audit Deputy Controller or Audit Manager.

An employee may be required to lead and/or serve on an audit team during major projects while coordinating and/or providing assistance to other auditors as assigned in order to ensure that projects progress according to established plans. Important responsibilities of employees in this class are to ensure that their audit assignments are conducted in a thorough and objective manner, that recommendations are developed and presented to management which provide a sound basis for corrective actions and improvements in County financial and operational systems, and that all audit work is performed in accordance with professional standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. The exercise of considerable initiative and independent judgment is required in project development and performance and the formulation of effective recommendations. Tact and diplomacy are also necessary as an employee in this class will have considerable contact with other County employees. Work is performed under direction of the Audit Deputy Controller and reviewed while in progress through planning conferences, field work in progress status reports, and, upon completion, through draft reports and final work papers submitted for quality review.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following. Participates in audits of County departments and functions. Conducts preliminary surveys in assigned departments to determine activities being performed and to develop recommendations as to audit needs
Formulates and recommends a draft audit work plan, including audit steps, sampling techniques, and audit timetable, within time constraints established by superiors; conducts audits, reviewing records and other documentation and interviewing management and other personnel, in order to obtain needed information.

Prepares written draft report, schedule of audit findings and recommendations inclusive of documented management responses; and, completes final audit work paper files in both electronic and paper format as requested with documentation to substantiate all findings noted

Performs analysis, critiques and evaluations to determine legal, contractual and financial compliance, economy, efficiency, and performance effectiveness of the activities of County departments as necessary; identifies opportunities to strengthen internal controls and locates operational deficiencies.

Audits County accounting and operational records, procedures and practices to determine accuracy and compliance with accepted practices, procedures and the law; reviews accounting and administrative controls in order to evaluate soundness and reliability
Audits financial records of various County departments which are regulated by, taxed by and/or have contractual services with the County government to determine compliance with applicable laws and contracts.

Prepares analyses of federal funds expenditures administered by the County departments.

Presents findings as required to effected managerial personnel and properly develops elements of a finding, explaining findings and encourages implementation of recommendations to management.

Provides advice on internal controls, acceptable practices and procedures, and economy and efficiency issues

When leading and/or serving on an audit team: accepts project tasks and coordinates with team members; ensures that work is completed in accordance with established plans and schedules; and coordinates preparation of written reports, ensuring that reports and associated documentation are complete
Performs all other related work as required.

Continuing education credits are required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,910.00 - $62,284.00 per year

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees must be vaccinated for Covid-19 or have weekly Covid-19 testing

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Norristown, PA 19404: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Financial Auditing: 2 years (Required)
• Accounting: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Fraud Examiner (Preferred)
• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $42,910 - $62,284