Sr. IT Auditor

Internal Audit Operations Staff - Houston, TX - Full Time OVERVIEW

This position serves as the in‑charge auditor on large, complex, and sensitive internal auditing assignments. Audits are directed at reviewing internal controls, compliance with corporate policies and procedures, safeguarding assets, and reliability of financial data. The incumbent collects pertinent factual material in work papers and writes reports covering significant findings and recommendations. Because of personal expertise, the auditor may be individually assigned to represent audit on special assignments beyond the normal scope of the audit function.

Under the general direction of the audit manager, the incumbent will operate independently and is responsible for planning and executing high‑level audits that cover all ASC and subsidiary organizations, as well as project management teams. Work includes large, complex auditing assignments involving appraisals of contract compliance, reviews of selected internal controls, and reviews of IT systems. Audits may be organizational, functional, financial, or operational, as needed.

Special assignments include assistance to external auditors or special auditors. The incumbent will be assigned the most important and sensitive jobs and may be called upon to supervise audits of highly complex and technical systems, programs, and operations.

• Oversees the completion of the audit, proposes revisions in the program as circumstances warrant, and reviews the findings and conclusions of assistants. Develops a close working relationship with division heads, department heads, PMT personnel, and various staff groups to ensure continuing cooperation. Appraises departmental activities from a management viewpoint and comments on matters a manager would normally review to ensure compliance with prescribed plans and procedures.
  
  Personally completes the most important and sensitive sections of the audit program.
• Consults with the audit manager or accounting staff specialist regarding the subject of an assigned audit, scheduled completion date, assistants available, and the general plan and scope of the audit work.
• Plans, schedules, and directs the work of other auditors assigned as assistants on each audit.
• Develops a comprehensive audit program and establishes the scope, objectives, and general audit approach for each project. Upon completion of preliminary research, estimates the time allowed for each phase of the audit and assigns specific portions to subordinates.
• Writes sections of audit reports covering parts of the audit performed personally; reviews, edits, and ensures that all statements are fully documented and supported in the work papers.
• Conducts closing meetings with department heads, along with applicable division heads and other stakeholders, to review the report, obtain general concurrence with the findings, and discuss any additional factors. Revises the report as needed and reviews all data and working papers before submitting final products.
• Reviews proposed new or revised procedures throughout ASC for adequacy of internal controls and sound business practices, and recommends process improvements and changes as necessary.
• Understands IT controls within technical environments and evaluates risk‑based controls across functional IT areas—including networks, firewalls, vulnerability management, system development, information security, database management, and project management. Performs review and testing for IT ICFR controls and ITGCs for IT audits or, on request, assists the audit team with ITGC compliance.
• Advises other audit staff on company policy and procedures. Provides additional staff services such as implementing on‑the‑job training for new auditors, reviewing computer system proposals, and performing special assignments such as relief for the audit manager or accounting staff specialist. Assists the company’s independent auditors as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates in special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration. MBA, CPA, or CIA highly desirable.
• Ten (10) years of experience in auditing or related work, with at least half of that experience in public or internal audit involving large projects.
• Must be able to communicate accurately, clearly, and concisely in English at a level required to perform the job.
• Professional, highly specialized knowledge of auditing principles and procedures; familiarity with company policies and organization; broad understanding and aptitude for implementing current audit techniques, such as IT auditing, statistical sampling, and flow‑charting. Must be able to direct the work of several assistants, including some who will be certified public accountants, and must possess good work habits, a strong work ethic, and adherence to company work hours, policies, and standard business etiquette.

NO THIRD‑PARTY CANDIDATES ACCEPTED