Auditing Director executes a comprehensive enterprise-wide internal auditing strategy, function, and practice adhering to auditing standards and regulatory requirements. Uses auditing governance frameworks and procedures to plan and manage the auditing schedules, projects, teams, and tasks required to meet defined objectives. Being an Auditing Director engages with other functions across the enterprise, like risk, finance, information technology, and security, to facilitate audits. Prepares audit reports and recommends enhanced controls or processes as needed. Additionally, Auditing Director builds auditing teams and expertise with coaching and developmental initiatives. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically requires a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). May sometimes require Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). Typically reports to a director. The Auditing Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be an Auditing Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Summary: Manages, directs, coordinates and reviews as appropriate and the activities of the general accounting and auditing functions, including financial reporting and record keeping; coordinates financial accounting activities with other divisions, departments and external agencies; provides support and assistance to the Executive Director of Financial Services on complex matters. Continually evaluates the district’s internal controls to identify control deficiencies. Recommends improvements to CMS processes to improve the internal control system.
Essential Duties:
Education and Experience:
Minimum
Desirable
Licensing / Certification Requirements:
CPA Certificate issued by the Board of CPA Examiners
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Knowledge of Accounting theory and practice, generally accepted accounting procedures, generally accepted auditing standards, federal, state and local laws regulating public finance and principles and practices of supervision. Ability to organize, manage and implement a comprehensive accounting program, prepare and interpret complex financial statements, reports and analyses, communicate clearly, make decisions and manage time.