Auditor I or II

The purpose of this position is to perform operational, financial, compliance, and information technology related audits or reviews, identifying opportunities to strengthen internal controls and improve operating efficiencies. There is a high level of interaction with management to devise and implement value-added solutions throughout the organization. This position is local with no out-of-town travel required.

The pay range for this position is $67,538/yr - $97,078/yr. Compensation for the selected candidate will depend on candidate qualifications and experience as related to the position requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assists in execution of internal risk-based operational, financial and compliance audits, throughout all phases of the audit planning, fieldwork, reporting results and performing subsequent follow-up procedures.
• Assists with consulting reviews initiated by Management to improve business processes.
• Evaluates risks to the efficiency and effectiveness of controls, promoting effective controls to mitigate risk at a reasonable cost.
• Evaluates Water One compliance with established policies, procedures, bond resolutions, Rules and Regulations and statutory requirements.
• Analyzes proposed systems to evaluate controls and the consistency of data between systems.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly tasks that are the responsibility of the Internal Audit Department, such as daily bank reconciliation, daily bill testing and internal controls monitoring. These duties rotate throughout the department staff members during the year.
• Assists with department assignments including the work papers required for the annual audit by the external auditors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• All duties of Auditor I and;
• Executes internal risk-based operational, financial and compliance audits, including performing all phases of the audit-- planning, fieldworkd, reporting results and performing subsequent follow-up procedures.
• Performs consulting reviews initiated by Management to improve business processes.
• Performs peer review of other auditors' work papers, as necessary.
• Assists with the coordination of the annual external financial statemetn audit with the external audit firm. Assist with preparation of audit work papers required for the annual audit.

Water One employees shall continuously strive to meet or exceed the expectations of both their internal and external customers. Questions and concerns shall be acknowledged on the same day whenever possible, but no later than the next business day. Issues shall be resolved as promptly as possible, with the goal of maximizing customer satisfaction.

• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Analysis/Reasoning
• Dependability
• Planning & Organizing
• Safety and Security Focus

• Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or related field acceptable to management.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices related to: auditing and accounting; internal controls; business risk; information technology; and theories of management that promote effectiveness and efficiency.
• Project management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Advanced knowledge and practical experience in Excel and Microsoft O365 products.
• Maintains the skills to build effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to negotiate, with tact and diplomacy, to find common ground and solutions for the betterment of the organization.
• Excellent writing skills that result in clear and concise communication. Communicate clearly and concisely in a one-to-one or group setting. Must be a good listener.
• Ability to work independently to complete assignments based on general instructions.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent analytical skills, and a strong aptitude for detail.
• Maintain a professional demeanor.
• Display initiative, creativity and good judgment throughout assignments.
• Adaptable to perform a wide variety of assignments.
• Demonstrate continued professional development by involvement in professional organizations and training to remain current in the appropriate discipline.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug…