Assistant Director of Internal Audit

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Central Territory Headquarters LI

Compensation Range: $128,168 to $159,650/annually, based on experience.

Job Objective:

Maintains organizational and professional ethical standards and ensures all internal audit activities are in compliance with The Institute of Internal Auditors ''International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing" ("Standards"). Responsible for conducting audits of procedures, records, and various documents thoroughly, independently, and precisely to ensure compliance with Salvation Army policies, regulations, procedures, internal controls, and safeguard of organizational assets.

Work involves assisting the Director of Internal Audit in directing a comprehensive internal audit program, including performance, operational, financial, and compliance audit projects and in providing consulting services (i.e., advisory activities designed to add value in developing or modifying processes, procedures, and controls to minimize risk and achieve objectives). Support the organization's mission and vision by identifying, assessing, and reporting risks.

Works independently with extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Functions:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Internal Audit Department

• Direct supervision of Senior Audit staff
• Approve timecards and assist in coordination of staff schedules
• Coordinate, compile and create the multi-year internal audit strategy (including audit scope, emphasis and objectives, staff management and development, resource planning and technology support) and annual audit plan in alignment with the Army's overall mission, vision, and values; present to senior management and the Audit Council for approval
• Member of the Internal Audit Council (back-up Secretary)
• Maintain open communication with territorial and command management regarding internal audit matters
• Ensure audit staff are in compliance with the Territorial Audit Department Charter
• Regularly review audit software and coordinate upgrades
• Coordinate with THQ Information Technology staff and software vendor, as needed, to ensure the audit software is performing effectively and that there are no technical concerns with the implementation of the software throughout the Territory.
• Review and thoroughly comprehend the International Financial Accounting Standard (IFAS) and the International Finance Database.
• Provide input in the preparation of the audit department annual operating budget

Internal Audits

• Develop the schedule and frequency of audits (as also directed by Minute) to ensure that key risks are audited on a timely basis
• Perform and control the full internal audit cycle, including risk management metrics and control management over operational effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations
• Provide input to determine the internal audit scope incorporating TSA Minutes and develop annual internal audit plans
• Develop formalized PBC templates for various audit scopes
• Plan and complete internal audits and work with other team members to complete and schedule an audit
• Provide scope and planning PBC for completing the audit of the Territorial Headquarters Finance Department
• Perform full-scope internal audit reviews of financial activity: verification of assets and liabilities, bank reconciliations, review of financial statements, bank reconciliations, inventories, fixed assets, disaster services, and contracts. Review petty cash, backup for other cash assets, review receivables and payable journals, review of other liabilities and fund balance
• Review facilities when needed to note concerns that could negatively impact the financial condition of a unit
• Verify income and expenses by general audit procedures, including review of receipting material and expense vouchers and journal entries
• Verify personnel records such as I-9 documentation, payroll records and employee personnel files and time records
• Schedule closing meetings and present audit findings to local Command Leadership
• Prepare audit reports and assist in presenting approved audits via Territorial Audit Council
• Perform…