Internal Auditor III - Part Time Hybrid in person and telework - NCSD

Agency

NC School for the Deaf

Division

NC School for the Deaf

Job Classification Title

Internal Auditor III (NS)

Position Number

60038953

Grade

NC19

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Description of Work

This position is responsible for the internal audit requirements of North Carolina School for the Deaf. This position will conduct an annual risk assessment to develop the risk-based audit plan which will prioritize assurance and advisory engagements. Operational, financial and compliance audits will evaluate the agency's systems of internal control and the degree of compliance policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Advisory services include training, facilitating change and providing advice on new or modification to policy, procedures, software applications. This position will be responsible for establishing a quality assurance improvement program that should embed quality within the internal audit processes and procedures. This position is responsible for conducting all phases of the engagement under limited supervision. All work will be performed in conformance with the North Carolina Internal Audit Act and the Institute of Internal Auditors, and Global Internal Audit Standards.

 **Part-time hybrid in-person and telework position - 20 hours per week**

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

***Excellent job opportunity for retiree's, former career state employees, or part-time job seekers!***

Position Specifics:

• Year round, Twelve (12) month position working 20 hours per week.
• Hybrid work to include in person and telework
• Flexible schedule/hours

Recruitment Salary Range: 

• $50,000 dependent on qualifying education and experience.

Job Description: Internal Auditing and Risk Assessment

Job Title: Internal Auditor III

Company: North Carolina School for the Deaf

Responsible for developing, administering, monitoring and coordinating the internal audit functions of the agency in a manner consistent with agency objectives and policies, the North Carolina Internal Audit Act, the North Carolina Internal Audit Manual, of the Global Internal Audit Standards published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

Planning and Risk Assessment- Complete the annual risk assessment to establish a risk-based audit plan that conforms to the Global Standards. Develop a comprehensive internal audit plan for the agency based on the risk assessment to include work to be performed, assignments, audit objectives, type of audit, priority of audits and timelines for completion for each task. Submits annual internal audit work plan to Secretary for review, approval.

Executes the Annual Audit Plan- The audit plan may cover, 1) effectiveness and efficiency of operations, 2) accuracy and reliability of financial and operational information, 3) compliance with laws and regulations, 4) safeguarding assets, 5) assessing controls and 6) other areas identified in the risk assessment. Elicits information from knowledgeable internal/external sources about areas and functions to determine appropriate audit direction/methodology. Determines the audit focus, strategies, scope, timing, and procedures to develop an audit test plan. Develop the final communication for each engagement on the audit plan which will include management responses for corrective actions.

Conduct follow-up for each engagement to ensure corrective action has been addressed.

Technical Guidance and Advisory Services- Service as a consultant and business partner with management. Provide value-added services by advising on new/modifying current: information systems, processes, policies, procedures, or programs; providing training and education related to recommended changes; facilitating improvements that impact the agency’s governance, risk management, and/or control processes; serving as liaison with oversight agencies and law enforcement. 

Quality

Develop a quality assurance improvement program that embeds quality within the activities of internal audit to include performing annual self-assessments to gauge conformance with the Standards; obtaining an external peer review every five years, measuring key performance indicators annually; and reporting the outcome of these activities to the superintendent, Kristin Todd.

Administrative/Reporting

Perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to:

Conforming with all the Council of Internal Auditing submission requirements.

Consider ad-hoc reviews as requested by NCSD management.

Competencies:  Knowledge, skills and abilities required in this position.

• Considerable knowledge of data analytics
• Considerable knowledge of accounting, risk management, internal controls, laws, and regulations applicable to area of assignment.
• Considerable knowledge of data analytics
• Ability to interpret and conform with appropriate internal and/or government auditing standards, principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to develop work programs for non-complex audits and follow work programs and instructions for audits of any level of complexity; and perform testing.
• Ability to exercise judgment to interpret and evaluate engagement results.
• Ability to efficiently plan, organize, execute engagements, and defend observations and supporting work.
• Ability to compile, monitor, and examine a variety of complex financial and/or program information.
• Ability to work, cooperate, and develop positive working relationships throughout the agency.
• Ability to write communications that convey concise and comprehensive information on unprecedented, complex matters.
• Ability to manage confidential matters.
• Ability to develop procedures for audit and investigative engagements; and prepare complete work summaries and reports and express oneself in oral and written form in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to recognize complex and unique issues and develop resolution
• Serve as an EAGLE liaison
• COOP - Continuity of Operation Plan
• Annual Review of Policies and Procedures
• Systems Security Admin

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a discipline related to a program area within the agency, and three (3) years of audit experience including two years of internal audit experience; or

• a Bachelor’s degree in any field and certification/licensure as a certified internal auditor, certified fraud examiner, certified information system auditor; certified public accountant with an audit focus; or

• other audit certification/license and three (3) years of audit experience including two years of internal audit experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Kerri-Leigh Lambert

Recruiter Email:

KERRI.LAMBERT@NCSD.K12.NC.US