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New Member NewsThe Dallas IIA Chapter would like to extend a warm welcome to our new members who joined the Chapter in December 2012:
2013 Membership DriveWhen was the last time you renewed your IIA membership?
The Dallas Chapter is currently the 5th largest chapter in North America for membership and we want to be number 1. Only the New York, Houston, Toronto and Chicago Chapters have more members than Dallas. Help us reach our goal by renewing your membership or joining the IIA today! Welcome IIA Members:http://www.theiia.org/membership/current-members/index.cfm? Why Join the IIA??http://www.theiia.org/membership/why-join/ Report Your Speaking and WritingEach speaking engagement on internal auditing that a Dallas Chapter member completes will earn the Chapter 1 credit per CPD hour. Each full article, Roundtable article, Fraud Finding, etc. submitted that meets basic editorial guidelines will earn 5 credits. For each full article published 20 credits are earned. Each internal audit related article published in any other trade or professional journal that is authored by a chapter member is 5 credits. To report your writing and speaking go to http://dallasiia.org/Speaking.htm and complete the online form. If you have any questions, please contact Corinne Bryan at CAP@dallasiia.org. Employment Opportunities
City of Garland
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Carolyn Saint
is the Vice President of Internal Audit for 7-Eleven, Inc. Carolyn
possesses a deep knowledge and focus on strategic and enterprise risks, process
improvement opportunities, and financial stewardship obtained from 15 years’
experience providing assurance services to clients and Fortune 50 companies.
She is a frequent speaker on governance and internal audit topics. Prior to
joining 7-Eleven, Carolyn was Vice President of Internal Audit for Lowe's
Companies, Inc., Sears Holdings Corporation, Kmart, and Covansys. She served
clients in manufacturing and retail industries while at Deloitte.
Vickie Tesmer serves as Director - Audit & Consulting Services for the
American Heart Association, which she joined in 2003. In this role, Vickie
and her team provide assurance, operational and consulting services across the
Association, as well as support for the Audit Committee. She began her
career with Sun Oil Company, which evolved into Oryx Energy Company, where she
served in various roles including Manager - Partnership Auditing and Manager -
General Accounting for the exploration and production operations. She
holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas Woman’s University, CPA (Certified
Public Accountant) and CGMA (Chartered Global Management Accountant)
designations and a CRMA (Certification in Risk Management Assurance.)
Raven (Henderson) Catlin,
CPA, CIA, CFSA is an internationally recognized expert, speaker, and
consultant in Risk Management and Internal Auditing. She has over 15 years of
internal audit experience and 11 years of seminar instruction and facilitation.
Through her lively and interactive seminars and presentations, you will gain
valuable skills, motivation, and belief systems to achieve success.
Certification Programs
| Title | Senior IT Auditor |
| Reports to | City Auditor |
| Department | Internal Audit |
| Salary | Commensurate with experience |
Summary
Responsible for
auditing the governance, risks and controls for the City’s Information Systems
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other
duties may be assigned.
- Conduct complex operational and performance audits of Information
Systems Controls for the City’s numerous networks, operating systems,
database and applications.
- Develop audit programs in process to determine security objectives,
internal controls & timeline.
- Provide input and recommendations for corrective actions in areas
needing improvement.
- Train lower level auditors in appropriate business procedures and
internal controls. May supervise auditors.
- Evaluate and test Information Systems controls, and operating
procedures. Review documentation and recommendations of audit staff.
- Analyze system/application through industry research, on site reviews of
configuration and discussion of testing procedures.
- Assist departments in usage of Computer Assisted Auditing Techniques
(CAAT’s).
- Assists the audit team in determining the reliability and integrity of
computer-generated data.
- Advise and recommend proper internal control processes to departments
Minimum Qualifications
- Four-year college
- 5 years related experience
- CISA
certification or ability to obtain certification within a year of hire
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Preferred Qualifications
Education/ Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Information Systems or Information Systems Auditing
- 5-7 years experience in Information Systems Auditing, Auditing and/or Application Controls
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of COBIT
- Extensive knowledge of IIA’s General
Technology Audit Guide
- Extensive knowledge of CAAT’s
- Advance skill in
Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)
- Skill in
problem solving
- Advance skill in utilizing Crystal Report Writing Software
- Ability to plan and organize workload in order to meet established deadlines
- Ability to communicate complex technology issues in a clear and concise manner
- Ability to prioritize and work within determined time budgets
- Ability to
independently perform complex audit analysis
- Ability to analyze various
financial and procedural information and documentation
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Licenses and Certifications
- CISA certification or ability to obtain certification within a year of hire
- Valid Class C Texas driver's license
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
The incumbent works in a typical office environment; relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Occasional outside work performed.
All qualified candidates should apply online at www.garlandtx.gov.
Aramco Services Company (1/19/13)
Aramco Services Company (Houston, TX)
ASC is the U.S.-based subsidiary of the world's leading oil producing and exporting company, the Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco). ASC operates as a vital link between Saudi Aramco and North America to help facilitate the safe and reliable delivery of energy to customers around the globe.
IT Internal Auditor
Position
Aramco Services Company (ASC) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Information Technology (IT) Audit professional to join the company’s Internal Audit team at its Houston, Texas office. This position acts as the project lead or assisting auditor on IT and, occasionally, non-IT (operational) internal audit assurance and consulting assignments, for ASC, its subsidiaries/ affiliates, and Saudi Aramco project teams and joint ventures in the Americas region.
Attractive Features of Company and Position
Working for ASC Internal Audit has many advantages:
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Exciting audit opportunities that cover a wide range of petroleum refining,
distribution, marketing, and support services in a global, ever-expanding, and
innovative industry.
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ASC
often interfaces with Saudi Aramco, which is a fully-integrated, global
petroleum enterprise that manages the world's largest oil reserves – about 260
billion barrels – and the world's fourth largest natural gas reserves.
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Highly competitive salary.
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Excellent benefits including a 9% dollar-for-dollar Company matched 401k plan, a
top rated Company provided retirement pension plan, and medical and insurance
benefit plans.
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ASC offers a
van-pool program, along with an onsite medical clinic and fitness center.
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9/80 work schedule which provides every other Friday off.
- Travel is limited, typically in the range of 5 - 25% per year.
Duties & Responsibilities
General duties and responsibilities of the position include the following:
- Effectively understand business/ IT processes to identify
and document key controls and process improvement opportunities.
- Develop and
execute audit programs and prepare automated work papers.
- Use excellent
English communication (verbal and writing) and presentation skills in
communicating status and observations throughout the audit, including the
issuance of field memorandums and audit reports.
- Work with, build, and
maintain positive working relationships with all levels of employees and
Executive Management.
- Exhibit good work habits including a strong work ethic
and adherence to company work hours, policies, and standard business etiquette.
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Perform specialized projects under the direction of Internal Audit Management.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree in
Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or other
closely related degree.
- CISA preferred. CIA or CPA is a plus.
- Minimum 3 years of IT auditing experience in public accounting or industry.
- Broad experience in performing audits of the following:
- Distributed IT environments (Windows, Active Directory, UNIX, LINUX).
- Web applications development and security (Extranet, Intranet, Java, HTML, .Net,
ABAP).
- Network administration (TCP/IP, Firewalls, Routers/Switches,
IPS, VPN, NMS)
- Relational database systems (Oracle, SQL).
- General computer controls (Change Management, Security Administration,
Information Integrity, Capacity Planning, Disaster Recovery, and Incident
Management).
- Distributed IT environments (Windows, Active Directory, UNIX, LINUX).
- Proficiency in SAP (or other ERP systems) and ACL (or other CAAT
systems).
- Experience developing IT specific risk assessments.
- Familiarity with COBIT or similar IT control frameworks.
Internal Auditors
Positions
Aramco Services Company (ASC) is seeking highly motivated and skilled Internal Audit professionals to join the company’s Internal Audit team at its Houston, Texas office. The positions act as the project lead or assisting auditor on internal audit assurance and consulting assignments, including ASC and its subsidiaries, project teams, and joint ventures.
Attractive Features of Company and Positions
Working for ASC Internal Audit has many advantages:
- Exciting audit
opportunities that cover a wide range of petroleum refining, distribution,
marketing, and support services in a global, ever-expanding, and innovative
industry.
- ASC often
interfaces with Saudi Aramco, which is a fully-integrated, global petroleum
enterprise that manages the world's largest oil reserves – about 260 billion
barrels – and the world's fourth largest natural gas reserves.
- Highly competitive salary.
- Excellent benefits including a 9% dollar-for-dollar Company matched 401k plan, a
top rated Company provided retirement pension plan, and medical and insurance
benefit plans.
- ASC offers a
van-pool program, along with an onsite medical clinic and fitness center.
- 9/80 work schedule which provides every other Friday off.
- Travel is limited, typically in the range of 5-25% per year.
Duties & Responsibilities
General duties and responsibilities of the positions include the following:
- Effectively understand business
processes to identify and document key controls and process improvement
opportunities.
- Develop and execute audit programs and prepare automated work
papers.
- Use excellent English communication (verbal and writing) and
presentation skills in communicating status and observations throughout the
audit, including the issuance of field memorandums and audit reports.
- Work
with, build, and maintain positive working relationships with all levels of
employees and Executive Management.
- Exhibit good work habits including a
strong work ethic and adherence to company work hours, policies, and standard
business etiquette.
- Perform specialized projects under the direction of Internal Audit Management.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree
and/or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or other
closely related degree.
- CIA or CPA preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of auditing
experience in public accounting or industry.
- Fraud assessment,
investigation experience, whistleblower hotline administration, and/or CFE are a
plus.
- Knowledge of SAP (or other ERP systems) or ACL is beneficial.
- Must
be able to work with all levels of employees up to company executives.
- Ability to handle multiple projects at one time.
- Must be detail oriented,
personable, and able to work individually or in a team.
- Possess strong
analytical, time management, organization and planning skills.
- Holds
excellent English communication skills (verbally and in writing).
- Exhibits good work habits, strong work ethic and be able to adhere to company work hours, policies and standard business etiquette.
Candidates should apply directly to Mary Sizemore at: mary.sizemore@aramcoservices.com. Additional information about ASC can be found at http://www.aramcoservices.com.
NO THIRD PARTY CANDIDATES ACCEPTED
Texans Credit Union (12/21/12)
| Job Title: | Internal Auditor | Department: | Internal Audits |
| Supervisory Role: | No | Exempt or Non Exempt: | Exempt |
| Supervisor’s Title: | Audit Manager | ||
| Created or Updated On: | August 2, 2012 |
Position Purpose and Objectives
The purpose of this position is to provide audit services to the Credit Union. The employee performs independent reviews of credit union internal controls; reviews the effectiveness and efficiency of operations; tests the integrity of data; and reviews for compliance with organizational policies and procedures as well as regulatory requirements.
Major Duties and Essential Functions
- Perform branch audits, department audits, compliance audits and
operational audits
- Perform audits of critical areas, exception items, and staff members’
accounts.
- Perform follow up audits to ascertain status / completion of resolution
to audit findings
- Document audit testwork, formulate audit conclusions, and document audit
findings
- Write audit reports to include findings and recommendations to
Management
- Conduct special audits/projects as needed
- Interface with management, supervisors, staff members and members as
needed
- Operate a computer and on-line system
- Handle confidential information
- Maintain independence and objectivity in performing audits
- Prioritize work and be detail oriented
- Be ethical and use good judgment
- Work independently, as member of team and be accountable for decisions
- Act with integrity and project professional image
- Other duties as necessary to achieve the goals of the credit union and department
Positions directly supervised:
None
Specific knowledge, skills, and
abilities required for this position:
Broad to specific
knowledge of Credit Union or financial institution operations; specific
knowledge of accounting principles and audit standards; basic knowledge of
regulatory requirements; ability to recognize areas of control risk; ability to
recognize deviations from operation standards.
Education: Accounting Degree
or Bachelors Degree (business curriculum) with minimum 12 hours of Accounting.
Experience: Minimum two
years or more of similar or related experience in financial institutions.
All applications should go to www.texanscareers.com – job code (id) number is 12-0104 (Internal Auditor).
Staff Auditor
United American Insurance, an affiliate of Torchmark Corporation, is seeking a Staff Auditor. Under the direction of Internal Audit management, the position of Staff Auditor is responsible for assisting in the execution of the annual internal audit plan. This position also assists in performing financial audits, the safeguarding of company assets, and ensuring internal controls, policies and procedures are in place. The Staff Auditor will initially work on audit assignments of lower to moderate complexity, moving on to more complex work with the development of job skills, experience and confidence. This position reports to Director of Internal Audit and has functional responsibility for working with and assisting Senior Auditors and Audit Managers in the overall coordination and performance of assigned audits. The Staff Auditor will perform audit testing and procedures, including documenting client processes and procedures, developing audit criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence and identifying and defining issues.
Primary duties & responsibilities consist of:
- Assist in preparing audit programs, under direction of Internal Audit management.
- Meet with and interview the necessary audit clients.
- Participate in meetings with clients and among audit staff and management.
- Assist with
review and testing of documents, and preparation of work papers.
- Perform
field test work and audit procedures as necessary.
- Conduct financial
audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), to
determine compliance with policies and procedures and evaluate the
effectiveness of internal controls.
- Prepare and document draft audit
findings and recommendations, supported by accurate work papers for review
by Internal Audit management.
- Assist in the preparation of objective,
factual draft audit reports for internal audit management review and
discussion.
- Assist in developing appropriate recommendations for
corrective action and soliciting adequate and timely management responses
from the client.
- Pursue professional certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA, CA
etc.).
- Practice good time management skills.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Intermediate Knowledge of Excel and
working knowledge of other Microsoft products.
- Excellent written and oral communications.
Education & Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree in Accounting or other business field.
- Minimum 1-2 years of Audit experience. Recent college graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or other business field will be considered.
Physical
Requirements: 25% travel required. Work mostly sedentary, heavy PC usage.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please click on the
link below:
http://careers.torchmarkcorp.com/jobs.aspx?ID=LH599831129
Parkland Health & Hospital System (12/5/12)
PARKLAND HEALTH & HOSPITAL SYSTEM
INTEGRATED AUDITOR
MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS
Education:
- Must have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science or related field.
Experience:
- Must have two years of previous audit
experience in a healthcare environment; OR
- Must have four years of
progressively responsible experience in an internal audit or
information systems environment.
Equivalent Education and/or Experience
- May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above.
Certification/Registration/Licensure:
- None.
Skills or Special Abilities:
- Must have effective oral and written communication skills.
- Must be a good listener, be flexible, be able to handle more than one
thing at a time, and possess good business and negotiation skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to write a finding in a clear and
concise audit report.
- Must have strong analytical and system skills
and be detail oriented.
- Must understand personal computers, networks
and mainframes and be proficient with applications software, spreadsheet,
flowcharting and word processing software.
- Must be familiar with Computer Assisted Audit Techniques
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Determines the direction and approach of assigned operations and
information systems audits and writes the audit program subsequent to and based
upon the entrance conference and the scope established for the audit.
- Conducts assigned audits of operations and information systems. Determines the
materiality of the issues reviewed and reported ensuring that assets are
safeguarded, internal controls are present, resources are used efficiently, and
that all activity and costs are appropriate.
- Using an automated system,
prepares work papers and documents each step, validates all information through
whatever sources are available. Using the workpaper application, enters project
related milestones, maintains project related data, and maintains an accounting
of project time.
- Meets with the audited function in periodically
throughout the audit to discuss audit plans, audit findings, and to develop
mutually agreed-upon recommendations. Maintains a positive working
relationship with all hospital functions to ensure the fulfillment of auditing
responsibilities.
- Prepares a clear, concise audit report detailing the findings and
recommendations and incorporates the responses from the function which details
the specific steps they plan
to take to implement agreed upon recommendations and time frames. May perform follow-up audits of areas previously audited to ascertain that recommendations and time schedules are being followed from the initial audit. - Assists with special projects
and/or serves on various interdisciplinary committees as assigned. Identifies
and makes recommendations to management on need for conducting special
studies or audits of specific operations such as payout of benefits or other
funds-related situations to ensure the accuracy of the operation. May perform
audit tasks in conjunction with the annual external audit to provide assistance
and support to the annual financial audit of Parkland.
- Maintains
knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that
impact the Internal Audit area. Recommends effective internal contrail that
promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program
requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health
plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.
- Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the
field of Internal Audit by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional
journals, and actively participating in professional organizations.
Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
- Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer (internal as well as external) satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals and mission of Parkland.
Interested candidates please apply: http://jobs.parklandcareers.com/dallas/accounting/jobid3036503-integrated-auditor-internal-audit-jobs?ss=paid
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas (11/27/12)
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
IT Audit Manager
Make your career a reflection of success at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas! We are seeking intelligent, dedicated, driven professionals to join our team of employees who are passionate about their work and their community. With excellent benefits, work/life balance, great work environment, team oriented atmosphere and the opportunity to engage your talents we are sure your experience with us would be rewarding!
Job Description:
The IT Audit Manager provides leadership and management direction to Audit staff in all aspects of information technology audit processes including: development of audit plans, project monitoring activities, and liaison relationships with District business units. Coaches and develops staff to allow them to successful contribution to Audit activities/initiatives. Actively participates in the development of the department’s strategic direction, policies and procedures, annual audit plan and budget. Ensures goals and objectives are achieved. Participates in and/or leads various Bank and Federal Reserve System groups and projects that may involve audit as well as non-audit business purposes. Exhibits flexibility and exudes professionalism, discretion, honesty, and integrity in work at all times.
Assigned Responsibilities:
- Works collaboratively with Audit management and staff to develop the annual
audit plan and ensures timely and thorough completion of the plan.
- Provides effective supervision and guidance of audit staff in the planning, conducting and reporting on audits, monitoring projects and liaison activities to ensure adequate audit procedures are employed and work is documented in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and departmental procedures.Builds strong working relationships with Bank staff at all levels.
- Works collaboratively with other System Audit departments and groups.
- Coaches and develops others.
- Identifies and implements
innovative audit techniques.
- Effectively communicates audit results to customers, including the Audit
Committee of the Board of Directors.
- Monitors outstanding reported issues to ensure corrective action is taken.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 to 3 years performing IT audits and 3 to 5 years experience managing staff in a fast-paced environment.
- Bachelors
degree in an information technology or business related field of study.
- Strong understanding of application security principles and practices,
application development methodologies, Information Technology terminology and
processes, IT controls, vulnerabilities and assessment tools.
- Demonstrated understanding of industry standards, such as ITIL, NIST and COBIT.
- Professional certification,
CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent, required.
- Experience in leading a diverse, multi-functional team.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and develop team members and communicate feedback
while inspiring team confidence and respect.
- Demonstrated planning/project management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to develop trusted relationships with clients and staff and
adjust communication style to suit the audience.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required to deal effectively
with all levels of management.
- Ability to analyze situations with a broad, holistic view.
- Strong critical thinking skills with experience reviewing and analyzing
processes to identify improvement opportunities.
- Must be action-oriented and have demonstrated initiative in completing and
taking on new assignments.
- Strong desire for achieving excellence in work product and customer
satisfaction.
- Equivalent education and/or experience may be substituted for any of the above qualifications.
Core Competencies:
- Intellectual Horsepower
- Problem Solving
- Initiative/Perseverance
- Influence
- Communication
- Innovation and Results
- Development of Others
- Collaboration
- Independent
Judgment
- Organizing and Planning
TO APPLY: Visit the Careers section of the bank’s website at www.dallasfed.org and search for Requisition 229289, create a profile and apply!
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