Director of Internal Audit

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Job Title:        Internal Audit Director                                               FLSA Status: Exempt

Department:   Internal Audit                                                             Job Code: 120-03

Reports To:    Monroe County Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller

Summary Description

Under general direction of the Monroe County Clerk of Court & Comptroller (Clerk), plan, develop, oversee, evaluate, manage, and administer the Clerk’s internal audit operations. As directed by the Clerk, direct the performance of independent and object reviews of Monroe County’s business activities, operations, financial systems and internal controls to provide accountability to the public and to promote the efficient and effective use of county resources and operations. Perform value-added, risk-based audits, designed to independently review, test, and evaluate the County's operations. Assist County management with their responsibilities by furnishing them with analyses, appraisals, recommendations, counsel, and information concerning the activities that have been reviewed.

Tasks

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• Completes the comprehensive and constructive examination and evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of the audited organization’s system of internal control and the quality of performance in carrying out assigned responsibilities.
• Reviews the reliability and integrity of financial and operating information and the means used to identify, measure, classify, and report such information.
• Reviews the systems established to ensure compliance with policies, plans, procedures, laws and regulations which could have a significant impact on operations. Determines and reports the organization’s compliance with policies, plans, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Reviews the means for safeguarding assets and, as needed, verifies the existence of such assets.
• Appraises the economy and efficiency with which resources are employed.
• Reviews operations or programs to ascertain whether results are consistent with established objectives and goals and whether the operations or programs are being carried out as planned.
• Prepares necessary internal audit work papers to substantiate all audit findings.
• Leads discussion with management on internal audit findings.
• At the direction of the Clerk, coordinates audit activities with the external auditors.
• Assures that the audit staff has the necessary technology proficiency, knowledge, skills and disciplines that are essential to the performance of internal audits.
• Performs miscellaneous duties and assignments as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities Required

• Ability to exercise tact and communicate with all levels of management.
• Ability to prepare, schedule, and lead internal audit oral presentations and conferences with all levels of management.
• General knowledge of governmental accounting practices generally accepted governmental accounting principles, Florida’s Department of Financial Services uniform accounting manual, Florida’s Public Records Laws and Florida’s record retention requirements.

·         Thorough knowledge of Excel spreadsheets.

·         Leadership and management abilities to ensure staff meet departmental and staff goals.

·         Strong verbal and written communication skills.

·         Knowledge of best practices governing governmental policies and procedures.

·         Ability to problem solve, make recommendations and use logic to identify the strengths and weaknesses of each recommendation.

·         Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.

Education and Experience Required

·         Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field from an accredited college or university.

·         At least five years of progressive governmental auditing experience.

·         Three years of management experience in a government setting

License and/or Certificates Required

• Certified Public Accountant and/or Certified Internal Auditor licensing
• Certified Fraud Examiner (preferred)

Discretion

Senior level manager in for the Clerk responsible for the proper administration of the Clerk’s Internal Audit Department.

Contacts

The Internal Audit Director works closely and on a routine basis with staff of the Internal Audit Department and BOCC staff. The Internal Audit Director maintains on-going relationships with works with State and Federal officials, external auditors, vendors, and the general public.

Supervisory Authority

Directly supervises two Internal Auditors.

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