Job description

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

The Senior, Internal Audit will report to the Internal Audit Manager and is responsible for supporting and contributing to the planning and execution of the annual SOX Compliance program This includes independent and objective assurance services that are designed to add value and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of MPA’s internal control over financial reporting and related processes.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties maybe assigned):

Corporate

· Assists with the planning of the annual top-down, risk-based Internal Audit assessment, including the assessment of risks, and the planning memorandum and exhibits.

· Performs hands-on work to execute the annual Internal Audit assessment review, including walkthroughs, testing, roll-forwards, and reporting.

· Prepares and updates critical path process flow diagrams that clearly illustrate the respective business functions, internal control over financial reporting (ICOFR) phases, risks, and controls.

· Consistently executes and clearly documents sound auditor judgment in selecting samples that are representative of the transaction population.

· Gathers and appropriately evaluates sufficient audit evidence; fully considers management objectives, financial statement assertions, and control risks when determining level of assurance required by test procedures (i.e., nature, extent, and timing).

· Executes workpapers that are accurate, complete, clear, concise, and well organized in accordance with department standardized workpaper formats and protocols.

· Timely notifies and consults with the Internal Audit Manager on potential or actual control gaps identified in either the design adequacy or operating effectiveness of key controls.

· Creates effective engagement communications that are based on a sound evaluation of criteria, condition, cause, and effect, with recommendations on corrective action; strictly adheres to department communication distribution process.

· Assists with effective monitoring of, and follow-up on, control gaps and enhancements.

· Performs other duties and special projects as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; Master’s degree preferred; Certified Public Accountant or other certifications a plus (CIA, CISA).

· 3+ years of experience in external and internal audit.

· Experience in financial / operational / IT internal controls (including Sarbanes-Oxley) engagements required.

· Knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) framework preferred; knowledge of the Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT) framework a plus.

· Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications and accounting software. Working knowledge of AuditBoard (SOXHUB) is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• SOX: 3 years (Preferred)
• GAAP: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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