JOB SUMMARY

The Internal Auditor is responsible for conducting independent audits of the operations to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, as well as compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies and standard operating procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, gaming revenue cycles, cage operations, currency transaction reporting, admissions and revenue tax reporting, and other possible areas of operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute on-going compliance audits of the policies and procedures for revenue-producing departments;
• Conduct operational audits to ensure that the procedures and practices are easily understood and executed by the associates assigned to those functions;
• Conduct periodic site visits at the off-track betting facilities to determine compliance with policies and procedures;
• Analyze data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud, or lack of compliance with laws, government regulations, and management plans, policies or procedures;
• Document audit procedures and create detailed work papers that support the results of testing;
• Prepare reports for management describing the results of audit examinations, including recommendations for improvement;
• Verify existence, proper accountability, and safeguarding of company assets through examination, confirmation and other audit procedures;
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• This position has no direct reports.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate to all levels across the organization;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently in a changing environment;
• Available to work when needed, including weekends, holidays, and nights.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or business operations; prior internal or external audit experience preferred;
• Education Required; Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university or equivalent experience;
• Familiarity with standards, concepts, practices and procedures related to casino gaming and/or pari-mutuel wagering is desired.
• Strong PC skills, knowledge of Internet, and be proficient using Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel and Outlook) and other auditing software.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

• Candidate must be 21 years or older and obtain and maintain a valid Iowa gaming and/or racing license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves lifting, walking, talking, hearing, bending, stooping and climbing. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Office/Casino environment; Subject to outdoor temperature; Exposed to smoke, bright lights and noise at times. The work environment consists of very non-demanding surroundings with a low noise level. Will occasional work in extreme heat or cold conditions.