Auditor III (Internal Functions)

Basic Function

Conducts reviews of assigned organizational and functional activities; evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over those activities; determines whether organizational units are performing their planning, accounting, custodial, or control activities in compliance with management instructions, applicable laws and regulations, statements of policy and procedures, and in a manner consistent with METRO objectives. Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with applicable rules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities and Specific Duties

• Surveys functions and activities in assigned area to determine the nature of operations and the adequacy of systems and controls to achieve established objectives.
• Determines the objectives and scope of the proposed audit utilizing risk/control assessments.
• Prepares the initial audit program and leads the approved audit program steps for planning, fieldwork and reporting.
• Determines the auditing procedures to be used in support of the audit program, including statistical sampling and the use of automated systems (if applicable).
• Identifies the key control points and effectiveness within the systems, process and/or activities under review in the financial, manufacturing, engineering, procurement and other operations within the Agency.
• Recommends necessary staff required to complete the audit (if applicable).
• Performs audit in a professional manner and in accordance with the approved audit program, audit policies, Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Procedures (Yellow Book), and applicable Institute of Internal Auditors Standards (IIA).
• Obtains, analyzes, and appraises evidentiary data as a base for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the systems and the efficiency of control activities being reviewed.
• Directs, counsels, and instructs staff assistants assigned to the audit, and reviews their work for sufficiency of scope and for accuracy (if applicable).
• Makes oral or written presentations to upper management/executives during and at the conclusion of the examination, discussing deficiencies and recommending corrective action to improve operations and reduce cost.
• Prepares formal written reports, expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency with which activities are carried out.
• Appraises the adequacy of the corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions.
• Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
• Applies SMS (Safety Management System) methods and principles in daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or associated discipline is required.

Years & Experience Required

Minimum six (6) years in Public Accounting and/or six (6) years of relevant internal auditing experience. (i.e. federal, state, local government compliance and operational audits.) Lead/Supervisory experience providing review feedback, leadership, and monitoring preferred.

Knowledge & Skills Required

Effective communication (written/verbal) and interpersonal skills.  Good analytical and organizational skills.  Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations, Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book) and IIA Standards. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is required.

Additional Information

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas has a zero tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment.

Further, employees who perform safety-sensitive functions will submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.

We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or disability.