Audit Director

Audit Director Job ID: 9230 Business Unit: MTA Headquarters Location: New York, NY, United States Regular/Temporary: Regular Department: Audit Services Date Posted: Oct 21, 2024 Description JOB TITLE: Audit Director SALARY RANGE: $133,552 HAY POINTS: 864 DEPT/DIV: Audit Services SUPERVISOR: Assistant Auditor General LOCATION: 2 Broadway, 25th Floor, New York, NY 10004 HOURS OF WORK: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (7 1/2 hours/day) DEADLINE: Until Filled Please note that this position is only open to MTA employees. This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire. SUMMARY : Reporting directly to the Assistant Auditor General, the Audit Director directs the performance of assurance, operational and consulting audits through interface with senior management on complex audits and projects across multiple agencies and functions concurrently. Interacts independently and professionally with Agency departments and HQ functional towers during audits to fully understand operations and issues. Coaches, counsels, and directs staff auditors in the department in accordance with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards. RESPONSIBILITIES : Select, develop and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review performance of staff. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential. The incumbent(s) have developed in-depth knowledge in several professional departmental audit areas. Builds and develops trusted working relationships with departments to fully understand operations and functions. Reviews audit assignments performed by the staff auditors. Checks for quality and makes recommendations for continued improvement and growth of direct reports. Operates with little or no supervision, develops work scope and time issues for projects assigned to staff. Prepares final audit reports of a complex and detailed nature in accordance with the IPPF and develops detailed recommendations that result in positive change within the organization by improving the efficiency, effectiveness and internal controls of the departments or operations being reviewed. Fully understands and is able to familiarize staff regarding the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) and COSO ERM models and incorporates the frameworks in the development of the audit programs and audit report recommendations as appropriate. As required pursuant to Directive #7 from the City Comptroller, the Director responsible for Audits of City Funding, will work with the Director & Engineering Audit Officer (EAO), Office of Construction Oversight, to audit City Funded Projects with payment received under contracts for construction, equipment, and construction related services. Oversees multiple complex projects, sets priority, and keeps clear communication with supervisor on progress and results of work. Provides constructive, objective advice to clients, and suggestions to improve business operations. Performs any job duties and assignments given to assist department in reaching its business objectives. Incumbent(s) are expected to present a professional and knowledgeable image often in difficult or confrontational situations. Director responsible for City funded Audits will coordinate with Director & EAO, Office of Construction Oversight to discuss problems related to auditing City Funded payment requests. Complex-multiagency audits can require the Audit Director to work with management at multiple agencies, and across multiple functional towers to arrive at a single best solution for the MTA to achieve a specific objective. This frequently requires the director to act as an agent of change within the organization. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES COMPETENCIES Excellent written/oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with external audit professional and inter/intra agency management at the executive level. Demonstrated record of good judgment, appropriate actions, and sound decision making. Leadership skills. Ability to effectively manage and develop assigned staff to accomplish audit objectives. Effective planning, organization, project management, time management, and administrative skills. Ability to effectively direct multiple projects and/or deal effectively with matters of a sensitive/confidential nature. Understanding of PC applications and computer assisted audit techniques, selected systems, applications, and technology environment supporting management and operational functions. Knowledge of Financial, Operational, Technology and/or Contract Audit areas or an equivalent combination of knowledge. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : REQUIRED: Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, or other related business or operational field. A graduate degree in accounting, or related field strongly preferred. Certification: (CIA/CGAP/CPA/CISA/CFE, or P.E.) and/or Graduate degree in business-related areas required. Minimum of 10 years' experience in financial, or operational/technology/contract type auditing or related construction industry experience and/or demonstrated performance at the Audit Manager level. PREFERRED: Approximately five to seven years supervisory experience preferred. OTHER INFORMATION: Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission"). Equal Employment Opportunity MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

Created: 2024-11-20