Position Summary:
Performs advanced level professional internal auditing work. Executes a comprehensive audit program including performance, financial and compliance audit projects. Provides consulting services to the organization's management and staff; provides input in development of the Annual Risk Assessment and Annual Audit Plan. Provides ongoing training, coaching, and supervision to department staff.
Key Responsibilities/Duties:
- Pursuant to the established audit plan, direct audit staff in the planning, organizing, directing and monitoring of Internal Audit operations, including assisting in hiring, training and evaluating staff; and taking corrective actions to address performance problems
- Direct the identification and evaluation of the organization’s risk areas and actively participates in development of the annual Audit Plan
- Direct the overall performance of assigned audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures
- Direct the audit staff in conducting interviews, reviewing documents, developing and administering surveys, composing summary memos, preparing working papers, identification, development and documentation of audit issues and recommendations
- Direct audit staff in the planning, organizing, directing and monitoring of Internal Audit operations, including assisting in hiring, training and evaluating staff; and taking corrective actions to address performance issues
- Communicate results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management and the Port Commission
- Develop and maintain productive client, staff, management, and Commission relationships through individual contacts and group meetings
- Pursue professional development opportunities, including internal and external training and professional association memberships, and share information gained with co-workers
- Represent Internal Audit at management meetings and with external organizations
- Perform related work as assigned by the Audit Committee of the Port Commission
- Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
- Perform other duties as required
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Finance or related major in a public or accredited private academic institution required
- Master’s degree preferred
- 7+ years of related experience in a similar role required
- Previous supervisory experience preferred
- CPA, CFE, CIA, or CISA required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:
- Knowledge of International Standards of Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of Teammate, ACL or other data mining tools
- Knowledge of Port Houston business and operational processes
- Knowledge of management information systems terminology, concepts and practices.
- Knowledge of auditing and accounting principles
- Knowledge of industry program policies, procedures, regulations and laws
- Attention to details and effective organizational skills
- Strong decision-making, problem-solving and analytical skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of employees, management, and customers
- Tactical critical thinking skills
- Planning and project management skills
- Negotiation and problem resolution skills
- Ability to influence, lead, and delegate
- Ability to conduct research and investigations
- Ability to identify business and process improvement opportunities and risks
- Ability to express complex in concise and simple terms
- Ability to collaborate in a team setting
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Key Competencies Required:
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Building a Successful Team
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,300.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Education:
Experience:
- Internal audits: 7 years (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77029