Description

We’re looking for amazing people! Come join Virginia Housing as a Senior Internal Auditor.

This important role will plan and lead risk-based audits of operational, IT, compliance, financial and other processes. Gain an understanding of controls to develop audit programs for design and operating effectiveness tests of controls. Collaborate with business partners on audit findings, remediation plans and report audit results. Responsible for audit execution from planning phase through the reporting phase and post-audit follow-up. Participate in ad hoc or special projects in support of Virginia Housing priorities and as needed, investigations pertaining to hotline reports.

Responsibilities will include:

• Conduct research to plan the audit, develop audit program, lead field work including kick-off and exit meetings, perform testing and document results in the automated work paper system.
• Collaborate with business partners to identify root causes of control exception failures/exceptions, analyze risks and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Present audit results, both written and verbally to management to effectively obtain written responses and remediation plans.
• Manage assigned projects, monitor progress of audit, communicate exceptions and escalate concerns to the Director, Internal Audit.
• Act as a trusted advisor / consultant to management in control or policy changes, system implementation etc.
• Participate in special projects, investigations and agreed upon procedures for external auditors and management
• Assist in reviewing work products, training and mentoring of less-experienced auditor(s), provide performance feedback upon request
• Support development of annual audit plan, audit software maintenance, and other department initiatives in continuous improvement
• Build audit and industry expertise through research, training, conferences and professional certification

Qualified candidates must possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, Finance, Business / Economics, or other business-related discipline.
• Several years (5+ preferred) of work experience in internal / external audit, internal controls, compliance and / or IT.
• Solid working knowledge of best practice audit techniques, auditing standards and requirements set out by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)and U.S. GAAP.
• Experience in serving as a lead auditor.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop productive and highly collaborative working relationships with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present opinions in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrate active listening skills and a positive team attitude to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team environment.
• Ability to critically analyze a process or internal controls for effectiveness, risks, and opportunities for improvements.
• Ability to manage and perform audits autonomously and in a timely manner.
• Highly developed project management, organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills to effectively plan and execute projects within timeline and resource constraints.
• Unquestionable integrity, professionalism, and courage.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated with a strong work ethic, and follow through on commitments.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); internal controls in key business cycles.

Preferred experience includes:

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) certification highly desirable.
• Proficiency with IT foundational concepts (e.g. Logical Access, Change Management, IT Operations, Security) and the associated risks and controls is desirable.
• Working knowledge of automated work papers and data analytics software is desirable.
• Financial services and mortgage industry experience is desirable.

Virginia Housing is one of the nation’s premier housing finance organizations. Our mission is to help Virginians attain quality, affordable housing, which we accomplish through our public-private partnerships.

We are focused on employee engagement and committed to a healthy and diverse workforce. We offer on-site conveniences such as a cafeteria, fitness center, and free parking. Educational opportunities to help your advancement are available through classroom and online programs.

Applications and resumes are accepted online only at http://www.virginiahousing.com/careers.

This position will close at midnight June 30, 2022

Salary range: $82,879 - $107,741

Hybrid work model (3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Background and credit checks will be performed as a condition of employment.

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