Internal Audit Principal (Client Confidential in Fort Worth, TX

The Internal Auditor Principal is responsible for executing and supervising business process and contract compliance audits, including annual SOX 404 participation and special projects as assigned. Internal Auditor Principal is expected to operate independently with limited supervision. Principle AccountabilitiesJOB ASSIGNMENTS & RESPONSIBILITIES For each engagement assigned, develops an audit strategy based on a comprehensive risk assessment. Ensures that audits are conducted in accordance with internal and professional standards (IIA Standards).Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of established controls for meeting established business objectives. Identifies potential audit issues by considering impact of exceptions and assessing related risk. Determines whether further investigation is necessary, reaches conclusion based on a thorough analysis and develops recommendations to address any issues.Effectively prioritizes and manages multiple audit assignments meeting required deadlines.Reviews staff work products, provides both formal and info feedback and develops staff on the job.Works with auditee to monitor open audit findings through resolution.Utilizes time wisely by prioritizing tasks according to risk ensuring timely completion of audit assignments and work papers.Prepares and presents the results of audit work and recommendations to management in the form of oral and written communications.Leads and/or supervises special projects.Effectively communicates with auditee, peers, and management, both orally and in writing.Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge & Skills In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards and internal control framework.Advanced knowledge of spreadsheets and relational data base programs for data processing techniques.Knowledge of ACL and CCH TeamMate preferred.Proficiency in Ms office applications.Knowledge of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Institute of The Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and COSO is preferred.Expertise to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments independently and work well under pressure.Expertise to analyze operations in various functions/environments, identify procedural/control deficiencies, and provide recommendations for improvement.Strong leadership, issue solving and decision making skills.Strong people skills, including oral and written communications, listening, interviewing, and fostering open communications.Expertise to seek and hold security clearance. Background & Education Bachelor?s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. CPA, CIA or equivalent certification preferred.Five (5) to 8 (8) years of previous internal audit background or 4 (4) to 5 (5) years in public accounting. Previous background may be combined with financial accounting background but a min of 2 (2) years of audit is required. Prefer background with government contract industry.Listing originally posted at http