What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Audit Manager position at UFG?
UFG is currently seeking an Internal Audit Manager who will be responsible for providing high quality and cost-effective audit representation to work in our Cedar Rapids, Iowa office. Demonstrates superior knowledge and expertise in leading audit engagements, is well versed in Sarbanes Oxley and provides excellent customer service as a member of the Internal Audit team. Responsible for providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight that helps UFG achieve enterprise goals.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with management and external auditors to determine the scope of audits, emerging issues, and specific risks effecting UFG
- Review audit planning, audit workpapers and audit reports
- Review and prepare audit work plans which coincide with the annual audit plan and oversee the execution of these the work plans
- Oversee the execution of test plans that effectively spans the scope of financial and operational audits
- Identify and clearly define audit issues (includes root cause) discovered during testing of financial and operational audits
- Review audit reports in a timely manner that capture clear recommendations previously agreed upon with Management
- Follow-up with management on action plans periodically with management and obtain evidence to close those action plans
- Communicate with external auditors related to testing results and conclusions
- Coordinate/complete special request, projects, and reports as directed by Internal Audit Senior Leadership and/or Executive Management
- Attend development and training courses to remain up-to-date with industry and/or technology trends
- Assess the department’s compliance with the IIA’s quality control requirements
- Assist with the development of the internal audit strategic plan
- Develop control frameworks for new SOX processes
- Directly assist and help coordinate the Internal Audit risk assessment process which leads to the semi-annual Internal Audit plan
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor degree with a preferred field of study in IT, MIS, Accounting, Finance or related disciplines
Experience:
- 7 years of combined financial and operational auditing and control experience
Certification/Designation Requirements:
- CPA, CIA or CISA
Knowledge & Skills:
- Experience in control design, development, automation and assessment in financial and operational processes
- Possess strong analytical, problem solving, project management and investigative skills
- Holds strong interpersonal and professional communication skills
- Experience with specialized tools including Alteryx, Workiva, MS office & Project
- Knowledge and understanding of international standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing