Sr. Staff Audit Support Specialist

Position Summary :

Title : Sr. Staff Audit Support Specialist

Duration : 6 Months - Possible Extension

Location : Washington, DC 20005

Hybrid Onsite : 2 / 3 Days onsite per week from Day1.

Department : Internal Audit

Job Overview :

The purpose of the Senior Auditor position is to assist with planning, execution, communication, and reporting of all internal audit activities associated with client's operations.

Responsibilities and Duties :

• Understand the functional and operational areas of the organization and identify areas of greatest risk to the client and the universal service fund.
• Provide input to the development of audit procedures designed to meet audit objectives and organizational risks.
• Plan and perform compliance, financial, and operational audits in accordance with the Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) and other applicable audit standards.
• Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation.
• Prepare clear and concise audit work papers, reports, and other communications to document audit procedures performed and exceptions noted.
• Perform self-review of work paper documentation for quality assurance purposes.
• Execute the necessary corrective recommendations for deficiencies identified during work paper review.
• Provide value adding recommendations for audit findings identified.
• Communicate audit results, in oral or written format, to the auditee, management and / or the Audit Committee.
• Maintain cordial professional relationships with auditees across divisions to facilitate progress of audits.
• Pursue professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, certifications and share information with co-workers to contribute to the growth and development of the Audit and Assurance Division.
• Provide on the job coaching and perform preliminary reviews of the work product of less experienced staff level auditors where applicable.
• Provide assistance for investigations, strategic initiatives, special divisional projects, and any other assigned projects as needed.

Qualifications and Experience :

Bachelor's degree and / or relevant technical training and certifications.