ACA/Internal Auditor II

Salary: $58,000 - $66,000 per year

SECTION I-JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

This position will assist in compliance testing of County Departments; involved in internal audits and the preparation of County Annual Financial Report; develop effective recommendations and perform various internal audit duties as required by the County Auditor and Internal Audits Director; other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Be involved in internal audits, perform on site visits for various County departments and assist in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report; aid departments in improving internal controls, financial reporting and other related duties as required; familiar with budget preparation as well as federal and state grant compliance; special projects as assigned. Some in County travel required.

SECTION II-JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or closely related field; preferred 1-3 years' experience with financial accounting or auditing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Evaluate an organization's internal controls and process
• Work in a team environment as well as individually
• Work on multiple assignments within agreed upon priorities and timelines
• Work with all levels of the organization, from employees to division directors
• Proficiently applies internal control concepts, interprets, and evaluates compliance with federal and state laws and university policies, assesses financial, operational, and compliance risks
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Good working knowledge of general office administration, proper application of grammar skills, and ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to understand state and federal laws, rules and regulations as they apply to County Government
• Must be able to extract and interpret financial data, develop and follow procedures that comply with laws, regulations, and County objectives
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to adjust rapidly to fluctuating situations, and multiple simultaneous projects; ability to organize work, set priorities, meets critical deadlines, and follows up assignments with minimum direction
• Ability to work in compliance with departmental policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, governmental representatives, constituents, outside agencies, and the general public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.

SECTION III-JOB DIMENSIONS

CONTACTS

Uses tact when dealing with Elected/Appointed Officials, Division/Department Heads, County employees, and the public regarding departmental operating issues.

External Contacts: Contact with other governmental agencies, outside organizations, and the general public. Communication is primarily through telephone/ mail.

Internal Contacts: Constant contact with Elected/Appointed Officials, Division/Department Heads, subordinates, co-workers and other County employees. Communicating is primarily face-to-face, via telephone, and through written communication.

RESPONSIBILITY

• Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported workpapers documenting audit findings
• Performs internal audits that are routine-to-moderately complex in nature or primarily small to medium in scale to determine compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Examines and analyzes management operations, internal control structures and systems, information technology databases and systems, and accounting records for reliability, adequacy, accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with legal regulations; and reports erroneous or questionable transactions
• Assists in preparing audit reports of findings, outlines discrepancies, and

recommends corrective actions

• Collects and analyzes both qualitative and quantitative data, extracting information that is significant to the audit, advisory services, or other engagements.
• Reviews and documents applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, and financial and administrative controls for the development of audit procedures
• Prepares working papers to document the results of the work performed, including interviews, data analysis, and other documentation
• Strong ethical and professional conduct with a commitment to objectivity and confidentiality
• Handling of confidential information and/or documents relative to the County
• Primary responsibility is to the Internal Audits Director
• Performs related work as assigned.

DIFFICULTY

Judgment is required to ensure completion of administrative activities and special projects as assigned by the County Auditor; uses discretion to achieve work goals.

WORKING CONDITION

Working conditions are primarily in an office environment, some limited In-County travel; will be required to follow Inter-departmental Policy and dress code.

This is not a Civil Service covered position.

BENEFITS:

Cameron County Offers Excellent Fringe Benefits, Including: Health and Life Insurance Protection, Sick and Annual Leave, Retirement System and Paid Holidays. Cameron County has a mandatory direct deposit payroll program.

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