Principal Auditor

Job Description

Oversee, coordinate and perform auditing activities within the Internal Audit Department; audit, evaluate, analyze and report on a variety of City operations, the achievement of goals, financial accuracy and record keeping and compliance with applicable laws, policies and regulations; implement program goals and objectives; perform a variety of professional and technical tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.

• Oversee, coordinate and perform auditing activities including developing the program and risk assessment, determining scope, conducting extensive research, analyzing various financial data, retrieving evidence and preparing detailed analytical reports.

• Monitor program performance and achievement of goals; recommend modifications to systems and procedures.

• Evaluate, analyze and report on facts, documents, financial accuracy and record keeping and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

• Collect and analyze audit evidence, conduct extensive research of various city, state and federal regulations; compare findings to industry statistics; make recommendations for improved operational efficiency and effectiveness.

• Analyze various financial and organizational data; conduct interviews of auditees and obtain additional information for further analysis.

• Prepare a variety of detailed and accurate analytical reports on audit findings and recommendations; provide alternatives to achieve recommended goals.

• Provide technical assistance to other City departments regarding various financial or managerial issues; interpret various rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

• May be required to prepare a variety of departmental information including financial and budget information, costs for various projects and various other information.

• Serve on a variety of committees in an advisory capacity as needed.

• Organize, schedule and implement auditing activities and other related programs; assist in planning and prioritizing audits for the upcoming year.

• Maintain effective working relationships, which includes effective, clear and concise communication with all levels of internal and external staff.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
• Maintain awareness of new developments in the field of auditing; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, public administration, finance, statistics or accounting; and

Four (4) years of auditing or public accounting experience in auditing.

Possession of a valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certificate is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: :

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.Environmental:
Office environment; exposure to computer screens.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, public administration, finance, statistics or accounting; and Four (4) years of auditing or public accounting experience in auditing. Possession of a valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certificate is preferred.