Internal Auditor II in Minneapolis, Minnesota at Portico Benefit Services

SUMMARY

The Internal Auditor II performs professional internal auditing work. This involves conducting performance, operational, financial, and compliance audit projects; providing consulting services to the organization’s management and staff; and providing key input to development of the risk-based annual internal audit plan. Maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards and ensures all internal audit activities carried out or supervised are in compliance with The IIA’s global standard for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. Works independently under general supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

This position must understand and comply with all of Portico’s Governance, Risk and Compliance standards (e.g., internal controls, regulatory and policy compliance)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures.
• Performs appropriate audit field work to determine adherence to department and Portico policies and procedures.
• Conducts interviews, reviews documents, develops and administers surveys, composes summary memos, and prepares working papers. Analyzes findings and prepares recommendations for impact on operations. Meets with management to discuss findings and obtain responses.
• Perform controls testing by assessing design and consistency of compliance based on risk control matrices of various processes.
• Assists external auditors in performing year-end audits.
• Provides support during the development and/or implementation of new applications or technology to ensure proper controls are considered and included.
• Conducts special projects and assumes other responsibilities at the request of the Director, Internal Auditor or Portico management.
• Prepares concise, well written, objective audit reports for presentation to Portico management
• Assesses areas of risk and internal controls throughout Portico Benefit Services to determine the scope and objectives of the audits.
• Prepares or revises audit programs. This requires obtaining detailed knowledge of the area through research and discussions with management and/or staff.
• Records findings in the Audit Findings database. Completes finding follow-up to ensure recommendations have been implemented or are in the process of implementation in accordance with management’s report response. Maintains accurate time allocation data for projects and/or audits.
• Develops and maintains productive team-oriented client and staff relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
• Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with co-workers.
• Represents internal auditing on organizational project teams and at management meetings.

• Ensure compliance with department standards and Institute of Internal Auditing Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, staff, and external contacts, and to work effectively in a professional team environment.
  • Knowledge of and skill in applying internal auditing and accounting principles and practices, and management principles and preferred business practices.
  • Understanding of the IIA Global Standards
  • Understanding of church plan (403(b)) rules and regulations
  • Possess strong business and information technology knowledge
  • Excellent analytical, technical, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skills
  • Familiarity with common indicators of fraud
  • PC literate in but not limited to Word, Excel, and Visio
  • Effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills and skill in presenting findings and recommendations for improvement
  • Experience in research using various media
  • Ability to work with all levels of management
  • Ability to work independently
  • Experience on using AI tools

EDUCATION

Four-year degree in accounting, finance, or related field.

EXPERIENCE (length in years and type)

Minimum five years of audit experience.

Experience in health care, benefits, and/or investment auditing helpful.

Starting Pay Range: $68,500-80,000

Benefits Summary: Portico offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes premiums paid for health care coverage, 10% employer retirement contribution, and competitive time off and wellness benefits.