Spec Audit Sr

Position: Spec Audit Sr - 008290
* Key liaison between Internal Audit, internal stakeholders, and external parties to facilitate successful joint interest, OBO, and vendor audits.

* Perform system administration tasks including maintaining electronic audit files, retaining proper audit documentation, and input and categorization of exceptions.

* Primary point of contact for audit response coordination including confirming vendor audit report findings with sponsor, reviewing joint interest audit exception memos for reasonableness and exposure, and comparing audit responses to prior audits for consistency and comprehensiveness prior to distribution.

* Track audit status, findings, settlements, and recovery opportunities and ensure timely resolution of outstanding issues.

* Participate in the planning and execution of division and headquarters audit work program, including identifying higher risk areas and helping prioritize audit scope.

* Plan, coordinate, conduct, or participate in well, vendor, and plant facility audits, including coordinating and overseeing third-party audit firm's progress and deliverables.

* Review and appraise the adequacy and the application of operating and financial controls to ensure company objectives are met, identify control gaps, and recommend practical, value-added improvements.

* Examine assigned activities throughout the company to determine the extent of compliance with company policies, plans, and procedures.

* Participate in company SOX 404 testing requirements (internal controls over financial reporting) and developing recommendations as needed.

* Prepare audit summaries, management reports, and presentation materials and review with appropriate management; perform trend analysis to identify risk areas.

* Involvement in special projects as directed by Management.