What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Auditor position at NiSource?
Job Title: Senior Auditor
Job Code: 103950
Summary
Internal Audit is responsible for conducting audits and assessments of operating procedures and the adequacy of internal controls within the company's business processes. Internal Audit also performs testing to evaluate compliance with SEC and other regulatory requirements. Internal Auditors prepare work programs, provide recommendations on control deficiencies and prepare reports to communicate audit results to management.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Senior Auditor:
- Performs duties under general supervision.
- Leads audits and assessments of company operations, financial reporting and regulatory requirements.
- Provides management with an independent assessment of the adequacy of internal controls.
- Evaluates, plans, and develops new and complex audit programs.
- Conducts audits of contracts and related documents to determine compliance with contractual and legal obligations.
- Prepares and/or reviews audit reports to communicate audit results to Management.
- Reviews work performed by Staff Auditors.
- Leads consultative reviews and special projects as needed.
- Responsible for meeting individual audit budgets.
- Provides guidance to Process Owners in support of compliance with the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002.
Required Qualifications for Position
Senior Auditor:
- Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. MBA or other advanced degree preferred
- Requires at least 3-5 years of audit related experience or equivalent.
- Requires ability to perform analysis of financial information
- Requires knowledge of Internal Audit planning, reporting, and documentation practices, along with ability to prepare audit work papers and reports.
- Requires demonstrated ability to exercise independence and good judgment to assess internal controls and make audit recommendations
- Requires knowledge of generally accepted auditing practices, business operations and financial reporting.
- Integrity, confidentiality, ability to exercise good judgment and initiative are needed to perform this position. Internal Auditors must commute to audit locations and will have overnight travel approximating 15-25% and will require occasional overtime.
Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
- Additional experience acquired as CPA, MBA or thorough special certification such as a Certified Internal Auditor.
- Experience supervising and reviewing the work of others
Disclaimer
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
Inclusion & Diversity
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.
Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
Posting Start Date:
2023-03-15
Posting End Date (if applicable):
2023-04-17
Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.