Internal Auditor II

Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.

Job Purpose Summary

The F&O Audit Senior, Corporate Audit Services (CAS), reports functionally to the F&O Audit Manager/Sr. Manager and is responsible for conducting F&O audit engagements and providing sound project management. Will assess governance, risk management, and internal controls to identify improvements and facilitate development of appropriate management remediation plans. Common tasks include project planning and execution, independently creating audit files and workpapers, draft reports, and reporting to audit leadership. 

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities 

General

• Demonstrate sound presentation, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Communicate with audit staff, audit leadership, and Finance and Operations management clearly and concisely.
• Independently document audit planning files, supporting evidence, workpapers, and draft audit reports/memos. 
• Provide day-to-day guidance to audit staff to create quality audit documentation. 
• Independently organize and prepare for internal auditee/client meetings during all phases of an engagement.

Planning

• Assist audit management in the execution of risk assessments and development of the audit plan.
• Provide input to schedule audit engagements within assigned scope of responsibility.
• Assist with engagement-level risk assessments to identify key objectives, associated risks, and mitigating controls based on audit scope.
• Apply sound judgment in scoping and planning F&O audits and advisory reviews. 
• Identify and assess strategic, operational, compliance and financial risks and provide advice to audit management regarding understanding and treatment of these risks. 
• Assist audit management in establishing and implementing policies for the internal audit. 
• Adhere to the requirements of the IPPF when planning and conducting engagements.

Execution

• Implement and adjust project plans to ensure engagement delivery in accordance with project budgets and timelines. 
• Supervise resource workload and task prioritization on audit and advisory engagements. 
• Execute 2-3 complex audits, including strategic, operational, compliance and financial audits, focusing on primary business risks and major corporate initiatives.
• Assess the controls over financial processes, operational workflows, regulatory compliance, internal control systems, risk management procedures, asset management, procurement processes, and overall operational efficiency.
• Apply internal audit methodology to meet specific audit engagement objectives.
• Ensure audit reports clearly communicate identified risks, issues, recommendations, and management corrective actions. 
• Prepare draft informative presentations on F&O and/or process risk to share with senior leadership. 
• Develop data analyses and provide management with proper context of potential risk exposure due to control weaknesses. 
• Implement and monitor project plans to ensure engagement delivery in accordance with project budgets and timelines.
• Track and communicate progress towards established engagement goals and milestones to project leaders. 
• Document audit deliverables in compliance with Internal Audit standards. 
• Facilitate and monitor corrective action taken by management to remediate Findings and Opportunities identified during audit engagements.

People Management 

• Adjust own working style to fit specific circumstances.
• Analyze own strengths and weaknesses to maximize personal contribution to the mission and goals of the IA department.
• Define own performance goals with support from audit management.
• Provide constructive and timely feedback to team members.
• Seek opportunities and participate in professional development initiatives.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity leveraging and promoting diverse viewpoints.

Relationship Management

• Participate fully as a team player.
• Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, staff, and external contacts, and work effectively in a professional team environment.
• Work to remove team barriers and to maximize the effectiveness of the internal audit department. 
• Apply excellent written and verbal communication.

Job Specifications & Competencies 

Critical Competencies

• Build and Share Knowledge
• Communicate Clearly and Effectively 
• Possess Business Acumen
• Possess Risk and Process Knowledge 

Relevant Areas of Knowledge

The list of relevant knowledge areas that follows is a broad, representative list of knowledge and technical skill areas relevant to this position. It is generally expected that this position would possess or demonstrate basic knowledge in some of the areas listed below. 

• IIA International Professional Practices Framework and Code of Ethics
• Relevant risk and control frameworks (e.g., COSO Internal Control, COSO ERM, COBIT, ISO 31000 Risk Management, ISO 27000 Information Security)
• Knowledge of audit techniques as well as a sound awareness of corporate governance and enterprise risk management 
• Reporting on Controls at a Service Organization – SOC1/SOC2
• Data analysis and continuous monitoring (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau)
• Fraud risk and fraud risk management
• Business continuity management
• Proficiency in standard business computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, project management)
• Overall awareness and working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and applications (e.g., Robotic Process Automation, Machine Learning, Natural Language Programming, GenAI, ChatGPT)

Specialty Skills/Knowledge 

• Auditing across large scale investment organization, performing risk and data analysis, delivering high quality audit reports, and communicating to senior leaders on results and corrective action. 
• Audit risk and control experience in financial reporting, internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), regulatory compliance, operational process improvement, risk management, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. 
• Analytical, technical, and auditing skills with exposure to operational, financial, and compliance audits. 
• Data analysis and visualization technology (Tableau, PowerBI)
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and manage priorities and workload as part of an agile team. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited required direction and guidance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Marketing or other related field, required. 
• Minimum 3+ years related work experience in internal/external audit, process improvement, finance, accounting, or operations.
• Intermediate English Speaker
• Ability to travel up to 30%

Preferred (Optional)

• Professional audit or information security certifications preferred (CIA, CPA, CISA, CFA, CRMA, CFE, etc.). 
• Experience in a “Big 4” accounting / consulting firm environment.
• Post-secondary degree (e.g., MBA).
• Experience in a recognized process improvement discipline (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, CMMI).