Assistant Director of Internal Audit

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1 TEXAS COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS invites applications for the position of: Assistant Director of Internal Audit JOB POSTING #: 1G05.15 STATE CLASSIFICATION #: 1621 STATE CLASSIFICATION TITLE: SALARY GROUP: VACANCIES: 1 CLOSING DATE/TIME: SALARY: LOCATION: DEPARTMENT: GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Director II B27 Continuous $7, $7, Monthly $87, $93, Annually Austin, TX (LBJ), Texas Internal Audit Performs advanced (senior-level) audit activities to support the Director of Internal Audit. Assists with overseeing the day-to-day operations and with supervision of Internal Audit division staff. Provides operational guidance and tactical direction to internal audit staff in consultation with the Director of Internal Audit and ensures that the audit plan is worked according to the schedule and within the budget. Translates the strategic direction of the Director into assignments and instructions for team leads and staff. Monitors the audit system templates to ensure compliance with IIA standards, GAGAS, GAAS and GAAP. Reports to the Director of Internal Audit. Works under minimal direction with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists the Director of Internal Audit in providing supervision and managerial guidance to the division employees. o Ensures that audits are conducted in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards, the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and with generally accepted auditing standards. o Monitors work performance, prepares project and performance evaluations of staff for the Director s review and approval and resolves employee issues according to agency policy. o Serves as a model, mentor and motivator to employees. o Demonstrates professional conduct and adherence to agency policies and procedures. o Ensures the professional development of division personnel through activities such as classroom training, on-the-job training, job rotations, and special assignments and projects. o Ensures that employees share knowledge through cross training. o Works with the Director of Internal Audit to resolve any operating problems internal to the division function(s). Performs ongoing planning functions to meet performance targets and improve operations while following division and agency policy and procedures. o Achieves division s performance measures and communicates expectations to staff. o Monitors progress in meeting division goals and key performance measures, and

2 develops and implements corrective action plans as required, in consultation with the Director of Internal Audit. o Evaluates division operations to assist in identifying short, mid-, and long-term goals and objectives. o Assists in developing and monitoring progress on the completion of the annual audit plan. o Coordinates preparation of annual business plans. Provides assistance to state agency personnel as requested in consultation with the Director of Internal Audit. o Manages multiple priorities and respond to letters, memos and requests for information. o Emphasizes customer service within the section and implements creative solutions to enhance customer satisfaction relative to internal processes and procedures. Prepares written reports and correspondence in support of division initiatives as directed by the Director of Internal Audit. May represent the Comptroller or the agency at various meetings, legislative sessions, conferences, seminars and other hearings when the Director of Internal Audit is unable to attend. Performs other related duties as assigned and attends required training. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree is required. Preferred Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor s degree in accounting, finance, economics or mathematics. Experience: Six (6) years experience as an Auditor, including four (4) years in a public sector environment; Four (4) years of supervisory experience; Four (4) years experience in project management. Preferred Experience: Experience as an Internal Auditor in a state agency; Two (2) years in a senior management position for an audit activity; Experience working with the State Auditor s Office and/or federal auditors; Experience coordinating entrance and exit conferences; Experience in project management of audit teams; Experience in conducting audits using TeamMate software. Substitution: Additional work experience as Auditor may substitute for the educational requirement on a year to year basis up to four years (120 semester hours). Licenses or Certifications: The following are required: Licensed Certified Public Accountant in good standing with the Texas Board of Public Accountancy; or

3 Certified Internal Auditor. Note: Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in Military Intelligence, Administrative and Operations Support or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirement may meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please call Human Resources at / for more information or assistance. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: generally accepted government auditing standards, the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and generally accepted auditing standards; local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program areas; principles and practices of public administration and management; business and management principles, strategic planning, personnel management, and leadership techniques (Business Acumen) Skill in: the use of electronic data and/or word processing equipment and software including TeamMate; using effective written and verbal communication to convey information in a clear, concise manner (Communication); identifying and resolving problems by using strong analytical techniques, innovative approaches and taking initiative in preventing and solving problems (Problem Solving); encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation within the agency s formal and informal structures (Organizational Awareness) Ability to: plan, assign and/or manage the work of others; to direct audit activities; to establish goals and objectives; to devise solutions to administrative problems; to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures; establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, agency staff and management to achieve common goals (Teamwork); plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments to effectively manage a fast paced and changing work environment without compromising accuracy (Adaptability); consistently meet internal and external customer needs and expectations in a professional manner (Customer Service); act in the best interest of the agency, maintain confidentiality and continually strive to improve self and job performance (Professional Conduct and Development); create an environment that fosters excellent performance by demonstrating a high level of integrity, strong work ethic and commitment to meet deadlines (Leadership); effectively coordinate and allocate resources to develop strategies for accomplishing agency and division goals and visions (Strategic Thinking); maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy of state employees, taxpayers and other members of the public (Privacy and Information Security) Working hours: A 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Additional weekend, holiday and/or

4 late-evening hours may be required. Hours may change based on business needs. Travel: 5% Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires the incumbent to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (standing and walking) is routinely required to carry out some duties. It requires moderate computer, telephone, and client/customer contact. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Marginal or corrected visual and auditory abilities are needed for reading printed materials and computer screens and communicating with internal and external customers. NOTES: Applicants may be asked to participate in a skills demonstration and/or presentation. Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions. CPA employees in the same job classification, if selected, will be laterally transferred with no increase in salary. (An example might be an Accounts Examiner III in Revenue Administration who moves to an Accounts Examiner III in the Enforcement division.) Complete copies of college transcripts must be furnished to the divisional hiring representative at the time of the interview for positions requiring a college degree, and/or specific educational credits. VETERANS: We fully recognize, honor and enforce the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and encourage opportunities to hire Veterans, Reservists and Guardsmen. IMPORTANT NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS: Unless otherwise indicated on specific postings, regular attendance is an essential job requirement of all positions. Your application for employment with the Comptroller of Public Accounts may subject you to a criminal background check. All positions requiring a degree and/or licensing require proof of degree and/or license at time of interview. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. Only applicants scheduled for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for considering employment at the Comptroller of Public Accounts! The Comptroller s office is an equal employment opportunity employer. APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: East 17th Street #124 Austin, TX Position #1G05.15 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF INTERNAL AUDIT MH human.resources@cpa.texas.gov Assistant Director of Internal Audit Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. Your responses to the questions below must also be stated in the

5 appropriate sections of your state application. For example, if the position requires experience using MS Word and/or MS Excel, that experience must be indicated in the Duties and Responsibilities section. Please certify that all the information concerning your application is true and complete, and that you understand that any misstatement, falsification or omission may be grounds for refusal to hire or if hired, termination. Click "Yes" that you have read and understand this statement. Yes * 2. Which of the following best describes your level of education? High School or GED 30 hours college 60 hours college 90 hours college 120 hours college Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree * 3. How many years of experience do you have working as an Auditor? Less than Six years Six but less than seven years Nine but less than ten years Ten or more years of experience * 4. How many years of experience do you have working in a public sector environment as an Auditor? Less than four years Four but less than five years Five but less than six years Six but less than seven years Nine or more years experience * 5. How many years of experience do you have working as a Supervisor? Less than four years Four but less than five years Five but less than six years Six but less than seven years Nine or more years experience * 6. How many years of work experience do you have in project management? Less than four years Four but less than five years Five but less than six years

6 Six but less than seven years Nine or more years experience * 7. Which of the following related experiences do you have? (Select all that apply) Internal Auditor in a state agency Working with the State Auditor's Office and/or federal auditors Coordinating entrance and exit conferences Project management of audit teams Conducting audits using TeamMate software None of the above * 8. How many years of experience do you have working in a senior management position for an audit activity? Less than two years Two but less than three years Three or more years experience * 9. Which of the following certifications do you possess?(select all that apply) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) None of the above * Required Question

Statement of Work Analyst

TEXAS COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS invites applications for the position of: Statement of Work Analyst JOB POSTING #: 2Q3201.16 STATE CLASSIFICATION #: 1960 STATE CLASSIFICATION TITLE: SALARY GROUP: