Jr. Financial Auditor Assistant

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Position Summary: The Financial Auditor Associate and Staff level positions help achieve this mission through involvement with department engagements and activities, focusing primarily on those with a heavy financial component (risk assessments, substantive sampling, analytical testing, etc.). These positions work closely with other team members, internal clients, and external service providers (auditors, consultants, etc.) to better understand risk and carry out engagements. PRIMARY DUTIES& RESPONSIBILITIES: Performing internal auditing and consulting engagements of technological, financial, and operational areas, with a focus on financial, as part of the annual engagement plan: o Research engagement and activity topics o Analyze systems, processes, and controls o Document procedures performed • Communicate results • Collaborate with external auditors • Other miscellaneous activities (community service events, draft financial statement review, etc...) EDUCATION, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; or four year degree with a concentration/major in Accounting. Preferred: Master’s Degree with a concentration in related technology or business discipline. Working towards certifications and/or achievement of multiple certifications demonstrating a breadth of knowledge over internal audit, business, technology, and/or project management are preferred: e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA, PMP EXPERIENCE: Preferred: Related experience consisting of external financial auditing (e.g., public accounting); Experience in the utility industry is preferred, including: information technology, accounting, finance, and operations. Co-op or intern experience in an audit position. Experience with merger and acquisition activity is highly desired KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Required: Knowledge of basic information system components, including: networks, operating systems, databases, and applications, and related risks Knowledge of fundamental accounting and financial transaction principles Knowledge of financial auditing concepts, techniques, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and general accepted auditing standards (GAAS) Knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent investigative, problem solving, and analytical skills Ability to leverage computer-assisted auditing techniques for data analysis Ability to work well independently and part of a team. Ability to multi-task and work on multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to model procedures, processes, and financial transactions. Preferred: Knowledge of project management best practices Knowledge of SDLC concepts and risks Knowledge of IIA standards Knowledge of utility industry regulatory accounting requirements (e.g., FERC USoA) Knowledge of the following systems and technologies: • SAP ERP (FI/CO, SC, HCM), BW, BPC, GRC, HANA • ACL • Customer Relationship Management Systems (CRM) • Energy Trading and Risk Management Systems (ETRM) • Ability to use scripting and query languages: e.g., VBA, SQL DIMENSIONS: Ability to Learn, Communication / Presentation Skills, Judgment, Ownership & Excellence, Produce Results, Teamwork Regards, Sweta Verma 732-549-5907 Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.