Job Posting Title
Chief Internal Auditor
Agency
410 COMM. OF THE LAND OFFICE
Supervisory Organization
Commissioners Land Office-Accounting
Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
Compensation
Up to $92,000 based on education and experience.
Job Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Commissioners of the Land Office (Land Office or CLO) is an Oklahoma State Agency created by the original Oklahoma Constitution. The Land Office administers the school land trust funds to produce income for the support and maintenance of the common schools and certain public schools of higher education. The Land Office oversees funds and proceeds derived from the sale, rental, disposal and management of school lands and other public lands under the rules and regulations prescribed by the Oklahoma legislature.
In accordance with O.S.S. Title 64 ยง1031, "For purpose of enabling the Commissioners of Land Office to keep a correct and accurate system of accounts at all times, the Secretary of the Land Office shall employ an internal auditor. The internal auditor shall be a competent, qualified, and experienced accountant, and have had special training and experience in county or state auditing or be thoroughly familiar with the system of accounting established in state departments."
This position of Chief Internal Auditor shall lead the Internal Audit Department and adhere to the standards of the Core Principles for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. This position and is responsible for conducting professional operational reviews, audits, or special investigations to determine compliance with laws and regulations, generally accepted accounting procedures, financial accountability standards or other requirements. This includes scheduling, planning, and conducting required audits, reviewing required accounting records or other business documents, evaluating financial controls, identifying deficiencies, advising on compliance with established requirements or standards, and preparing audit reports and supporting documents. Reports will be shared with CLO Leadership, the CLO's Internal Audit Committee, and its governing Commission in accordance with the CLO's Internal Audit Charter. The Internal Audit Department ensures the Land Office is operating in accordance with administrative rules, state laws, and regulations while maintaining best practices and is adequately mitigating controllable risk.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION (REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE)
- A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Public Administration or a closely related field (Master's Degree preferred).
- Five (5) years of qualifying experience in auditing and/or accounting.
- Two (2) years of experience in auditing and/or accounting in a supervisory capacity.
- Certified as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices; of auditing theories and techniques; of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards; of public and business administration; of financial statements, ledgers, journals, and reports; of analytical principles; of supervisory principles and practices; and of modern office methods and procedures, including computer technology related to accounting systems.
- Ability is required to review and analyze accounting records and business practices; to prepare audit reports and recommendations; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others to include fellow employees, related stakeholders, and other officials; to supervise the work of others; and to communicate effectively.
- Ability to complete or participate in various types of audits and complete required reports; to comprehend and carry out complex accounting, auditing, and fiscal procedures; to perform a wide range of audit functions; to perform highly independent work.
- Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to conduct several projects simultaneously; and to adapt to an automated work environment.
- Ability to exercise good judgment in analyzing situations and making decisions; to organize and present facts and opinions clearly and concisely; to follow instructions; to deal effectively with matters requiring high level attention in accordance with policy; to exercise tact, courtesy, and initiative.
- Technology and Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to maximize efficiency and services.
- Conscientious commitment and willingness to provide courteous, consistent, efficient service through the performance of the prescribed job duties.
DUTIES, EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED, & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Conduct an annual risk assessment. Risk assessment is a systematic process for assessing and integrating professional judgements about probable adverse conditions or events.
- Develop an annual audit plan based on risk assessment. The audit plan shall be submitted to the Internal Audit Committee and the governing body of the CLO for review and approval on an annual basis.
- Implement the annual audit plan, including any special tasks or projects assigned by CLO leadership, the Internal Audit Committee, the governing body of the CLO, or identified by the Internal Audit Department itself.
- Maintain and supervise a professional audit staff with sufficient knowledge, skills, and experience to meet the requirements of the CLO's Internal Audit Charter.
- Identify and coordinate continuing education to ensure audit personnel proficiency.
- Create and appropriately distribute reports to evaluate the operations for which they are responsible.
- Offer advisory services to CLO Leadership that will allow them to decide the best use of CLO resources.
- Provide sufficient oversight of the fiscal management of and compliance with Federal and State requirements for the operations conducted by the CLO.
- Investigate significant suspected fraudulent activities within the organization.
- Serve as a liaison with Federal, State, and other external auditing entities.
- Completes special projects as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- This is a leadership position where the employee is assigned responsibility for the supervision of other auditor(s) on a regular and consistent basis. This may be as a team leader in assigning and reviewing work, providing training, and planning and scheduling audits or as a unit supervisor in performing other supervisory functions including evaluating performance, making recommendations on disciplinary actions, providing for employee development, and approving time off.
- Supervisory Continuing Professional Development: The Oklahoma Personnel Modernization Act & related statutes require supervisors in the executive branch of state government to attend twelve (12) hours of supervisory training annually. New supervisors are required to complete twenty-four (24) hours within the first year of employment or promotion to a supervisory role. Performance Management Process training and Progressive Discipline training are required by the State of Oklahoma within the first 12 months of appointment to a supervisory position. In addition to the state mandated requirements of the first year, the CLO requires all supervisors complete the following additional trainings within two (2) years of starting a supervisory role: Conflict Resolution + Progressive Discipline + Complaint Process, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination Prevention, and FMLA & ADA.
- Continuing Professional Development: This is a position which requires certification as either a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, or both. The Chief Internal Auditor shall complete continuing education as required to maintain those certifications to include any CPE hours required by IIA standards.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
General office setting. Opportunity for remote work for time periods not to exceed two days per week may be made available based on the discretion of Agency leadership.
TRAVEL
Mild travel required with occasional overnight stays.
EEO Statement
The Oklahoma Commissioners of the Land Office (CLO) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CLO complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
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