What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wayne County Auditor - Legislative Internal Auditor 3 position at Wayne County Government?
County of Wayne, Michigan
Office of Legislative Auditor General
Job Description Legislative Internal Auditor- III
Purpose:
The Legislative Internal Auditor - III is responsible for supervising and performing internal audit
engagements, as part of the internal audit/work plan. This responsibility includes developing and
overseeing internal audit scope, supervising and performing internal audit procedures, and
preparing internal audit/review reports reflecting the results of the work performed.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist in the development of the annual internal audit/work plan including county wide risk
assessment.
• Direct and review the work performed by other internal audit staff.
• Plans, performs, and supervise risk based internal audit work including attestation, performance
and consulting engagements in accordance with applicable audit standards.
• Perform review to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of management and management controls
over activities.
• Acquire and demonstrate knowledge of audit entity's processes, systems, and controls related to
assigned audit area.
• Determine compliance with laws, regulations, ordinances and policies and procedures.
• Assess areas of risk and evaluate management's controls to address those risks.
• Prepare well written audit findings and detailed audit reports, including information that
identify areas of concern for discussion with management.
• Perform follow-up on the status of outstanding internal audit issues.
• Prepare oral and written presentation during and at the conclusion of the engagement on areas
that could be improved or strengthened and recommend correction action to improve the operations.
• Report to the Audit Committee on results of audit/review engagements.
• Prepare detailed reports that identify areas of concern.
Minimum Requirements:
Three to five years of audit experience preferably internal audit, with a CPA firm, Government
Audit Office. CIA or commitment to obtain certification preferred. Demonstrated expertise with
various software packages including TeamMate and ACL desirable. Strong analytical,
communication both written and oral, and relationship building skills required.