Consulting Manager Internal Audit

Company: Columbia Association, Inc.
Location: Hattiesburg
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Monday, October 3, 2022 For more than 70 years, Postlethwaite & Netterville (P&N), APAC has helped businesses and individuals across the country shape clearer paths forward. Our professional accounting and assurance, consulting, tax, and technology services allow clients to streamline and organize operations, comply with changing regulations, and boost business growth with the right technological tools.As Louisiana's top CPA firm, our rapid growth is continuing.We are looking for leaders to GROW WITH US! The Consulting Manager Internal Audit will be responsible for the management of full-cycle internal audit engagements, including overseeing and conducting research & client assessments. This Manager in our Consulting group will also work to prepare, complete, and ensure the accuracy and compliance of client engagements to meet the Firm's strategic goals and initiatives. This position has a remote work opportunity!
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or an approved related field is required.
• One or more of the following internal audit certifications is required: CIA, CISA, CPA or CFE.
• 7+ years of experience in the field of Internal Audit.
• Prior internal audit experience in a consulting environment preferred.
• Advanced degrees and Certifications may be used to supplement for years of experience.
• 3+ years management experience.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and project management skill capabilities.
• Knowledge of organizational and business functions to allow for completion of assigned Internal Audit tasks.
• Knowledge and understanding of key business risk and related internal controls.
• High degree of professionalism and maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Able to perform effectively, efficiently, and with quality under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills in business and technical environments. Professionally and appropriately communicate with a diverse group of individuals.
• Able to work in a highly organized manner within a fast-paced, innovative, and continuously changing environment.
• Technically proficient to perform at an intermediate or advanced level with respect to the Microsoft Office Suite of products or similar software applications. RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Manages the audit team through all phases of strategic planning, work planning, mobilization, execution, and closeout consistent with established program delivery processes to meet the scope, schedule, budget and other contract requirements of Internal Audit engagements.
  • Provides effective and timely engagement oversight, timely and accurate communications with Seniors and Staff as well as Associate Directors and Directors; timely and accurate identification of technical issues, staff performance and/or issues or concerns, client communications regarding open items, and other similar items.
  • Utilizes staff in an efficient and effective manner to meet productivity and realization goals.
  • Completes staff evaluations after large or multiple engagements.
  • Performs comprehensive risk assessments and adjusts work plans based on the results of the assessments.
  • Documents procedures performed, findings and/or other issues, and drafts/compiles work papers, reports and client correspondence exhibiting effective writing skills.
  • Builds and maintains trusted relationships with diverse group of clients, team members, managers, and subject matter experts.
  • Provides leadership and facilitates collaboration amongst team members and clients.
  • Maintains the required CPE for firm and licensing standards. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job successfully with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and listen. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to focus. This position spends a significant amount of time sitting and operating a computer. Lifting requirements will not typically exceed 25 pounds. BENEFITS:
    • Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Dress for Your Day policy, Volunteer Opportunities, Fun Team Activities
    • Financial Benefits: 401(k) Plan with Matching/Profit Sharing Contribution, Voluntary & Group Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance, Medical, Dependent Care and Adoption FSA, Competitive Salaries, Employee Referral bonus
    • Health & Wellness: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account Join our team of professionals and take a firm step forward in your career. With an established mentor program and defined career paths for a range of specialties and skill sets, P&N is a place where professionals of all experience levels thrive. Our Lifelong Learning program, combined with technical training opportunities for staff, ensure that this is a place where our employees can grow - and with a rich office culture and a strong commitment to work/life balance, P&N is a place where you'll be happy to do so. To be considered for employment, visit www.pncpa.com/careers, complete an employment application and Explore Your Next Opportunity with P&N.
      
      Postlethwaite & Netterville (P&N), APAC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or other protected classifications.

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