What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auditor II / Auditor Senior - Finance and Operations position at Arizona Public Service - APS?
Company: APS
Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.
Summary
The Auditor II / Auditor Senior - Finance and Operations performs a variety of audit tasks thoroughly by using full knowledge of industry practices. Function as an in-charge over any size audit and identify areas of audit risk in the Company. Provide technical direction while developing solutions to a variety of complex audit problems. Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters.
Minimum Requirements
Auditor II
- BS degree in Accounting, Business or Computer Science or related field
- And two years of audit experience, or equivalent.
- MBA, CPA, CIA or CISA certification preferred.
Auditor Senior
- BS degree in Accounting, Business or Computer Science or related field
- Plus a minimum of three years audit experience, or equivalent.
- MBA, CPA, CIA or CISA certification preferred.
- Prior utility experience is also preferred.
Major Accountabilities Auditor II
1) Under close supervision, plan and conduct routine audits and reviews to provide an independent verification and evaluation of the Company's operations.
2) Critically assess routine issues and formulate recommendations to properly safeguard 3) Company assets and improve operations, under close supervision.
3) Interact with senior auditors and supervisor to clearly communicate issues and/or concerns.
4) Maintain a positive attitude and even temperament to promote teamwork and cooperation.
5) Comply with GAAP, GAAS, IIA standards and Company procedures to ensure objectivity, independence and professionalism of audits.
6) Under the direction of senior auditors, may interview management and staff of the auditees to learn their processes and formulate risk assessments of what will require significant coverage in the audit. Document the processes in a flowchart or written report, and confirm understanding with the auditee.
7) Maintain up-to-date knowledge of new and changing regulations that may impact work.
8) May audit and evaluate risk for information systems, platforms, and operating procedures in accordance with established corporate standards for efficiency, accuracy and security. Determine and recommend improvements in current risk management controls and implementation of system changes or upgrades.
Major Accountabilities Auditor Senior
1) Gather and evaluate background information to plan an audit on any area selected in the company. This includes learning the area's goals and operations, accounting and legal regulations affecting the area and significant contracts.
2) With limited or no supervision, plan and conduct audits and reviews to provide an independent verification and evaluation of the Company's operations.
3) Interview management and staff of the auditees to learn their processes and formulate risk assessments of what will require significant coverage in the audit.
4) Critically assess issues and formulate recommendations to properly safeguard Company assets and improve operations, under little or no direction from supervisor.
5) Interact with management, peers and auditees to clearly communicate issues and/or concerns. Educate them as to what risks the company is exposed to as a result of the issues.
6) Document the processes, findings and recommendations in a written report, and confirm understanding with the auditee.
7) Comply with GAAP, GAAS, IIA standards and Company procedures to ensure objectivity, independence and professionalism of audits.
8) Maintain a positive attitude and even temperament to promote teamwork and cooperation. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of new and changing regulations that may impact work.
