Minimum Qualifications
NOTE: Please list all professional certifications in the “Certifications/Licenses” section of the application.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in audit or accounting (preferably “Yellow Book” audit or governmental accounting experience); or an equivalent combination of training and experience; one year of supervisory experience or as in-charge auditor preferred.
Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or other related certification.
Confident team member with excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Strong interpersonal skills to provide excellent customer service and establish positive working relationships.
Experience with “Yellow Book” audit standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) used by municipal, county, and local governments.
Knowledge of information system applications, security, and internal control frameworks (i.
e.
COBIT and COSO).
Strong analytical skills, including data extraction and analysis tools experience.
Ability to interpret and evaluate complex financial statements, systems, reports, internal controls, policies, and procedures.
Business report writing competence.
Experience with audit management software.
Capacity to handle multiple projects, establish priorities and problem-solve.
Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months.
Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview.
Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.
Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.
Duties
Chesterfield County, Virginia (Richmond-Metro Area), a recognized leader and award-winning local government, is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and collaborative professional for the Internal Audit Department serving County Government and Chesterfield County Public Schools.
The Senior Auditor will lead performance audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (i.
e.
“Yellow Book”) to evaluate internal controls, risks, and compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
Supervise, train, and develop assigned professional staff.
Conduct complex audits of departments, programs, and activities.
Plan audit scope and objectives.
Independently perform and review staff auditor analysis, testing, and results documentation using automated work paper system.
Analyze audit results, develop audit findings and recommendations, draft final reports, and present findings to management.
Perform fraud, waste and abuse investigations and other special projects.
Perform other work as required.
No routine travel required.
This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.
Shift
Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.
m.
- 5:00 p.
m.
; position is eligible for telework opportunities
Work Location
Internal Audit
Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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