This Atlanta-based position has responsibility for establishing and managing the policies and programs for Internal Auditing; and Fraud Avoidance, Detection and Investigation (collectively “fraud”) activities of the Society. This position is also responsible to sponsor an enterprise risk self-assessment survey to inform the Internal Audit risk profile of the Society; the annual audit plan is aligned to the Internal Audit risk assessment to ensure the highest and most controllable risks are monitored and reported. This position provides strategy for the Internal Audit function and collaborates with the senior leadership of the Society. The position serves as an ad-hoc member of the management team, but does not direct the implementation or operation of any activities within any part of the system. Rather this position is responsible for providing consultation and monitoring that internal control policies, standards, systems, processes and procedures put into place throughout the enterprise are followed. This position directs the completion of internal audits and reviews business process and tool improvement activities to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management and control processes to promote: effective and efficient use of resources; accuracy and reliability of reporting; prevention and detection of fraud; and compliance with applicable policies.This position administratively reports to the Chief Financial Officer and functionally to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
- Conducting regular working sessions with the Chief Financial Officer, Senior Leadership Team members, Audit Committee chair and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors;
- Managing a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit and fraud program for the enterprise to include assessment of internal control structures;
- Performing a comprehensive risk assessment by evaluating significance and degree of inherent risk. Developing an annual audit and fraud plan to address the highest risks and performing projects and assignments to comply with management's needs, within the scope of the department's overall program;
- Reporting of the results of risk self-assessments performed and monitored as well as any vulnerability to fraud and other reputation issues;
- Performing continuous planning, direction and efficient management of the internal audit and fraud functions;
- Performing continuous risk assessment and profiling of the organization from a holistic view;
- Reviewing the enterprise’s internal audit compliance function annually;
- Participating in external audit planning as well as performing certain external audit programs at the sole direction of the independent audit firm;
- Identifying factors causing deficient conditions and recommending courses of action to improve the conditions, including special surveys, reviews and audits;
- Providing management with clear and concise reports on risk coverage and the results of the internal audit and fraud activity, and interpreting those results providing recommendations to improve risk management for the organization;
- Presenting and discussing reports with appropriate management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors;
- Presenting briefings to the Chief Executive Officer, the Audit Committee Chair, the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and the Chief Financial Officer;
- Developing programs, manuals and training aids relating to internal controls and fraud;
- Working closely with management to aid them in finding the solutions to risk management deficiencies;
- Providing consultative services regarding internal controls and fraud in the development or assessment of new policies, standards, systems, tools, processes or procedures;
- Participate on the enterprise risk management council;
- Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned subject to independence considerations.
- Ten to fifteen years of combined experience in internal and/or external auditing required. Experience in fraud examination helpful.
Demonstrates Leadership Competencies:
- Builds effective teams - Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
- Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Courage - Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
- Drives engagement - Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
- Ensures accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Manages ambiguity - Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
- Manages complexity - Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
- Strategic mindset - Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies.
Other Skills:
- Strong leadership skills, providing vision, establishing challenging but attainable goals and standards, and modeling high performance in communication and behavior.
- Skilled in auditing and consulting to the business on best practices for business processes, financial accounting and reporting risks to ensure compliance with GAAP and external reporting requirements.
- Ability to understand, document, and analyze business processes from an internal control and operational perspective.
- Ability to apply the COSO Internal Control Framework principles in the planning and conduct of an audit.
- Ability to effectively use a broad range of tools to support audit work, including data analysis, benchmarking and business research tools.
- Demonstrated command of computer technology and computer based accounting and auditing support programs.
- Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, etc.).• Strong interpersonal relationship and collaboration skills.
- Well-developed oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- Courage and conviction to surface critical issues, encouraging constructive debate and influencing responsible managers to make necessary decisions in the Society’s best interest.
- Regulatory - including Sarbanes-Oxley requirements - exposure helpful.
SPECIAL MENTAL OR PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment
- Travel required no more than approximately 50%
- No or very limited physical risk exposure or physical effort required
We are committed to providing staff with fulfilling opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact in their local communities. We offer staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental and retirement benefits, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills.