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Reservations & Payment must be received by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, May 1, 2012. 
SeminarsMark Your Calendars for Dallas CPA Society May 4th Conference
The Conference will include a luncheon keynote address by U.S. Senator John Cornyn, member of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee, on "The Prospects of Post-Election Tax Reform." Other panel participants at the Conference will include members of the Texas House and Senate, officials from the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission, Internal Revenue Service, Texas Comptroller's Office, Texas Attorney General's Office and national speakers on accounting, auditing, tax, finance and human resource topics. Registration and a complete conference brochure will be available starting in late February at http://www.cpadallas.org. Cost for the conference is $35.00 for IIA members that are also Dallas CPA Society members ($115 for IIA members who are not members of the Dallas CPA Society). Cost includes lunch. This conference is expected to sell out so please register early. Chapter News
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Warren Stippich is the National Governance, Risk and Compliance
Solution Leader and the Market Leader of the Chicago Business Advisory
Services Group. He has over 20 years experience working with
multi-national, entrepreneurial, and high-growth public companies,
including boards of directors and audit committees. Warren brings
experience to the business risk consulting and internal audit services
areas from both the public accounting firm and industry perspectives. He
leads many Sarbanes-Oxley consulting, internal audit services and SOC
(former SAS 70) projects for a wide-array of publicly traded and private
businesses with international operations. He has worked extensively with
international internal audit, Sarbanes-Oxley and business consulting
assignments in Europe, Russia, China, Southeast Asia, Central and South
America and Canada. He has lectured and is published on governance, risk
and compliance and is quoted extensively.
Priya Sarjoo is a director in Grant Thornton’s Advisory Services with
more than 15 years of experience in accounting, internal controls and
business process improvement.
Kirt Seale is a principal in the Advisory Services practice at Grant
Thornton specializing in IT attestation, Internal Audit, and IT security
projects. During his years of work experience, Kirt has been
exposed to a wide range of technology and process related consulting and
assurance projects across a variety of industries, but his time has
primarily been spent with financial services organizations, financial
institutions, and technology companies. Kirt has directed numerous
internal audit engagements focused on identifying, evaluating, and
aligning business process controls and information system controls.
Kart's involvement with these projects has included risk assessments,
alignment of existing controls with regulatory requirements, control
selection, control optimization, testing, and evaluating each
organization’s compliance. 
Carrie Ellis has over 8 years of information technology audit experience. Her
experience includes SOX readiness reviews, SOX IT audits, internal and
external IT audits, FFIEC reviews, SSAE No. 16 attestations and general
computer control reviews. Carrie specializes in information
systems auditing and has performed and lead numerous information systems
engagements and evaluations on internal controls for mainframe and
client server environments. Carrie’s responsibilities within these
projects have included gaining an understanding of the specific risks
associated with an organization’s operations, identifying the controls
an organization has placed into operation to mitigate those risks,
developing the appropriate test approaches and supervising staff
resources assigned to projects.
The
Dallas Chapter of IIA is joining with the Dallas CPA Society, the
Dallas Chapters of FEI and TEI and the Tax Sections of the State Bar
of Texas and Dallas Bar Association to present the 7th Annual Dallas
CPA Society Education Conference on May 4, 2012, at the Hilton
Anatole. This one-day 8-hour conference will provide a
selection of 42-courses on cutting-edge topics of current interest
to CFOs, Controllers, Internal Auditors, Chief Accountants, Tax
Directors, Vice Presidents of Finance and Practicing CPAs. 
CIA Programs|
Part 1 – Internal Auditing Basics Duration: 2.5 hours Question Count: 125 |
Part 2
Exam: Internal Audit Practice Duration: 2.0 hours Question Count: 100 |
Part 3
Exam: Internal Audit Knowledge Elements Duration: 2.0 hours Question Count: 100 |
| Topical focus areas include: IIA Mandatory Guidance Internal Control and Risk Tools and Techniques for Conducting the Audit Engagement |
Topical focus areas include: Managing the Internal Audit Function Managing Individual Engagements Fraud Risks and Controls |
Topical focus areas include: Governance Risk Management Organizational Structure and Business Processes Communication Leadership IT/Business Continuity Financial Management Global Business Environment |
The new content and three-part exam structure are scheduled to be implemented by mid-2013. The IIA is currently working to finalize the transition process for those who are currently in the CIA program, and do not complete the program prior to the implementation of the new structure. Additional details related to the transition process will be made available at the beginning of 2012.
For more detailed information on the content outline, or to read our FAQ document, visit www.theiia.org/certification.
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2013 Changes
IIA’s Certification in Risk Management Assurance™ (CRMA™) Off to a Running Start
In October 2011, The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) began certifying qualified individuals for the Certification in Risk Management Assurance™ (CRMA™) through a “professional experience recognition” process. The IIA has received more than 1,000 applicants for certification through this process and has awarded 279 CRMAs as of Dec. 4, 2011.
This new certification was launched in response to research indicating that internal audit functions are increasingly involved in helping organizations improve their risk management processes. The CRMA designation enables audit practitioners and other risk-focused professionals to demonstrate their ability to provide advice and assurance to audit committees and executive management on the existence and effectiveness of key risk management and governance processes within their organizations. Candidates for the CRMA may submit proof of experience, related certification, and education in order to receive the professional designation now, in lieu of taking the certification exam that will be offered starting in June 2013.
On Jan. 1, 2012, there will be a US $75 increase to the CRMA certification application fee for CIA- and CCSA-certified individuals. For more information about the new CRMA designation, visit www.theiia.org/certification/crma.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Q: | When is the next CIA Review Course? |
| A: | More details will be forthcoming, but keep checking the Dallas Chapter’s Certifications Website at
http://dallasiia.org/Certifications.htm. |
| Q: | I haven’t received my certificate yet – where is it? |
| A: | The IIA sends out certificates each quarter. Those passing the exam during the first quarter of 2012 (January – March)
should be received by May 2012. If you do not receive your certificate by the above dates, contact the IIA’s
certification department:
certification@theiia.org, or call +1-407-937-1100. In many instances, certificates
are not received until the experience and education requirements are met.
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| Q: | How do I register for the exam? |
| A: | For more information, please visit the IIA’s website at
http://www.theiia.org/certification/. |
Membership Updates
2011 – 2012 Membership Participation Drive
Be Rewarded... For attending monthly IIA meetings!
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
All Dallas IIA chapter members attending chapter meetings during
September 2011 - May 2012
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Attend monthly IIA lunch meetings to earn a drawing entry (i.e., one
drawing entry per lunch meeting). Attend more meetings this
year for more chances to win the grand prize!
WHAT ARE THE PRIZES?
- The grand prize winner will receive… a brand new iPad!
- Four runners-up will receive… a $50 Gift Card!!
Please contact your membership chair’s with any questions!
Marc Doyle (marc.doyle@protiviti.com)
or
Valerie Mitsynskyy (valentina.mitsynskyy@fedex.com)
** Winners will be announced at the May 2012 meeting; you do not need to be present to win.
2011 – 2012 New Member Appreciation Drive
Be Rewarded... For joining the chapter in the 2011 – 2012 year!
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
All new Dallas IIA chapter members who joined the chapter from May
2011 - April 2012.
WHAT ARE THE PRIZES?
- The grand prize winner will receive… a $100 Gift Card!
- Two runners-up will receive… a $50 Gift Card!!
Please contact your membership chair’s with any questions!
Marc Doyle (marc.doyle@protiviti.com)
or
Valerie Mitsynskyy (valentina.mitsynskyy@fedex.com)
** Winners will be announced at the May 2012 meeting; you do not need to be present to win.
Are You Connected?
Connect with the Dallas IIA and colleagues in the profession via social networking pages at the following links: Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Gain instant access to the latest chapter news and excitement!!
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How are Dallas IIA Chapter Members Internal Auditing Heroes?
The IIA wants to hear how our chapter members have used the
Internal Auditing Framework (IPPF) or any of the position papers,
practice advisories, and practice guides from The IIA to become an
internal auditing “hero” within their workplace. (Visit the "How Did
the IPPF Make You a Hero" article for examples.)
Click
here for the “I’m an Internal Auditing Hero Because . . .”
form. Please complete and return to headquarters – this will provide
CAP points to our chapter AND you may be featured in an upcoming IIA
membership article.
In addition, all entries received by
Jan. 31, 2012 will be entered into a drawing for a US $100 IIA
Research Foundation gift certificate, and the chapter of the winning
entry will receive a complete set of the GTAG series to distribute
as a door prize.
IIA Launches New Video-sharing Site
The IIA has launched AuditChannel.tv, a new video-sharing
site, addressing the specific needs of internal auditors and the
business community. With video channels focused on areas such as
fraud, governance, risk, technology, operations, compliance, and
more, AuditChannel.tv enables internal audit professionals worldwide
to search for and post videos that address the topics of greatest
interest to the profession. There’s even an entire channel for
chapters!
As an IIA member, you are invited to register as a user at www.AuditChannel.tv or www.AuditChannel.tv/mobile (for mobile devices). Once registered, you can view, rate, and comment on the site's current content — and add your own. Contributing content is easy. Grab your mobile phone or sit in front of your webcam, film a short segment (two to five minutes in length), and post to AuditChannel.tv using the instructions provided on the site.
Collaborative Anti-Fraud Initiative Releases Online Quiz and Opportunity for CPE Credit!
The Center for Audit Quality (CAQ) has partnered with The IIA,
Financial Executives International (FEI), and the National
Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) for an “Anti-Fraud
Initiative,” which endeavors to increase collaboration among members
of the financial reporting supply chain. The first to release a
collaboration tool is FEI with an online feature article in the
November issue of Financial Executive magazine. The article is
followed by an online quiz that offers a free CPE credit. After
reading the article, be sure to create a profile to receive the free
CPE credits.
Read the article. There is also an additional fraud literacy
quiz you can take to test your knowledge.
Click here to begin the quiz. Read the
full press
release.
COSO Releases Update to Internal Control – Integrated Framework (Framework) for Public Comment
The Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway
Commission (COSO) has released a draft update to the Framework for
public comment. Previously, COSO had engaged PricewaterhouseCooper
(PwC) to author changes to the Framework in consideration of the
evolving business environment and associated risks since its
original publication in 1992. During this process, COSO worked with
PwC on the update approaching ways organizations may adapt to
increasing complexity and pace of change, mitigate risks to the
achievement of objectives, and provide reliable information to
support sound decision making. A broad range of professionals from
industry as well as representatives and observers from academia,
government agencies, and nonprofit organizations have provided a
wealth of perspective on how the original Framework can be
refreshed. While the Framework retains its core definition of
internal control and the five components of a system of internal
control, one of the most significant enhancements made is the
codification of the original internal control concepts into 17
principles and supporting attributes that further support
organizations as they apply judgment in managing risk and improving
performance.
The comment period ends March 31, 2012. At which time, the Framework will be revised as necessary. Release of the final Framework is expected by November 2012.
To access the complete Internal Control-Integrated Framework, please visit www.ic.coso.org.
For an overview of the proposed revision, you are invited to attend a webinar hosted jointly by The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and The IIA. During the Webinar, attendees will hear directly from members of the COSO board and the update taskforce. For more information and to register, click here .
IIA 2011–2012 Chairman of the Board Video: "Assess Our Relevance"
As The IIA’s chief spokesperson and advocate for the
internal audit profession worldwide,
Denny K.
Beran, CIA, CCSA, CRMA, CPA, CFE , chose “Assess Our Relevance”
as his 2011–2012 Chairman’s theme. He believes that internal
auditors must continue to become more relevant to both their
stakeholders and their profession.
As he speaks to The IIA’s constituents and 170,000 members around the globe, he will encourage fellow practitioners to assess their own relevance and to strive to be an indispensable asset to their organizations. You can view the chairman’s message on The IIA web site and download a high-resolution copy for your personal viewing.
Report Your Speaking and Writing
It's time again for the survey to determine which IIA Dallas Chapter members have submitted articles or spoken since March, 2012. Each 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 provided form by May 31, 2012. This will be the final report f the chapter year
Employment Opportunities
Orth, Chakler, Murnane & Company, CPAs (4/19/12)
Audit Position Open…Orth, Chakler, Murnane & Company, CPAs, is an accounting firm providing audit and consulting services to the credit union industry. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a quality, highly motivated professional to join our firm as auditor in our Plano, Texas office. We offer a competitive salary/benefits package with an excellent opportunity for advancement. Financial institution experience is a plus but is not required. Travel in Texas and other states is required for this position.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related field.
- Minimum three years audit, accounting, or financial institution experience.
- Practical knowledge of processes, risks, and internal controls.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical, deductive, and problem solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Please email your resume to mkoehler@ocmcpa.com
Sabre Holdings connects people with the world's greatest travel possibilities by retailing travel products and providing distribution and technology solutions for the travel industry through our three companies: Travelocity, Sabre Travel Network and Sabre Airline Solutions. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, Sabre Holdings has approximately 9,000 employees in more than 55 countries. Our teams around the world work together to support travelers, travel agents, corporations, government agencies and travel suppliers. Our team members are people who take initiative, are resourceful and innovative, and are passionate about what they do. In return for their hard work and dedication, Sabre Holdings provides our employees with countless learning and growth opportunities, a healthy work-life balance and a fun, yet productive, work environment.
Senior IT Audit
General Description:
Under general direction, responsible for planning,
conducting and documenting complex information technology audit
projects. Competent to work on all phases of information technology
auditing. Leads audit assignments; includes ensuring value added
audits are conducted efficiently and effectively. Plan and perform
technical risk assessments and audits, both independently and as a
team member. Identify opportunities where enhancements to internal
controls can be achieved in IT security, operations and development
projects. Ensure that processing is efficient and accurate and that
systems and procedures are in compliance with corporate standards.
Communicate findings and recommendations to management and follow
through final resolution.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years related experience.
- Big 4 Experience strongly preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
External Auditing Support: SOC/SSAE16 Audit,
Continuous Monitoring/Fraud Analysis: Analyzes fraud data and trends,
reviews detection rules and processes. SAP/GRC Security
Certifications:
CIA OR CISA preferred
Senior Financial Auditor
Purpose of Role:
Lead basic assignments and direct staff in the performance of financial and operational audits. Facilitate and participate in the execution of internal audits including definition of audit scope, control evaluation, testing activities, audit reporting, issue resolution and risk assessment for assigned audit objectives within the operational and financial systems of Sabre.
Job Duties:
- Perform audits and special reviews of Company functions, processes, business units, contracts and other activities to ensure reliability and integrity of information, proper recording of transactions, safeguarding of assets, compliance with policies and procedures, achievement of operational goals and objectives, and effective and efficient use of resources.
- Lead basic assignments and direct staff in the performance of audits and special reviews. Assist in employee development and project-specific goal setting and evaluation. Provide feedback on employees to management.
- Assist with assessing risks and recommending changes to strengthen financial reporting, internal controls or business process controls and operating effectiveness.
- Develop a thorough understanding of Company accounts, financial processes, systems, policies and procedures and maintain technical proficiency with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, auditing standards, trends and best practices.
- Respond to ad hoc requests to address control issues on new business
processes, policies and procedures and provide consultative services
to management including exception reporting and analysis.
- Promote the collection and dissemination of best practices in conjunction with audit activities. Assist in the administration of processes related to assigned functional area, and maintain associated documentation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
- 3-5 years auditing experience.
- CPA, CIA and/or CISA certification
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Previous public accounting experience (Big 4 preferred)
- MBA or advanced degree in Accounting or Finance
Candidates can apply online at www.sabre.jobs, or send resumes to me at erin.fox@sabre.com.
Audit Senior
Job Summary:
The Audit Senior, under general direction of Audit Management, is responsible for independently conducting and documenting complex audit and consulting projects. Duties include:
- Leading financial, operational, and compliance related projects
- Performing all phases of project activities, including planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow-up
- Evaluating process effectiveness related to policies and procedures prescribed by the Company
- Finding process efficiencies and driving positive change in alignment with organizational objectives
- Preparing draft reports on project results for Audit Management review
- Evaluating risk, driving to root cause and determining related impact to the Company
- Making practical recommendations for process improvement
- Coordinating with external auditors to reduce level of effort and duplication
- Providing functional advice and/or training to less-experienced auditors
- Documenting work product according to professional standards and departmental policy
- Performing other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or similar business degree
- Minimum of 5 years of auditing experience in public accounting and/or a corporate internal audit
- In-depth knowledge of and experience applying audit principles, practices, and procedures
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
- Ability to document, analyze and make improvement recommendations in processes and controls
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent verbal/written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing organizational and departmental needs
- Ability to work collaboratively with all departments, management levels within the company, and external stakeholders
- Relevant certification such as CPA, CIA or similar
- Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time
- Operations, JDE, Hyperion and ACL experience a plus
Dean Foods Company is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V
Main contact:
Theresa Lovelace Masek, PHR
Human Resources | Talent Management
Dean Foods Company
(214) 303-3743 direct
(214) 754.1522 fax
theresa_masek@deanfoods.com
How to apply? via Dean Food’s website at the following link:
https://deanfoods.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/job_search.php
Weaver and Tidwell, LLP, a leading accounting and consulting firm headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, has been in continuous practice for 60 years. Weaver is ranked as the largest regional independent accounting firm in the Southwest by Accounting Today Magazine, and is ranked among the top 50 firms in the nation by Public Accounting Report
At Weaver and Tidwell, LLP, your career journey will be both exciting and challenging. Weaver offers competitive benefits, flexible schedules, top salaries, a business casual environment, and 7 great locations throughout Texas: Fort Worth, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Midland, and Odessa. Whether your interest lies in developing skills in areas such as international tax, forensic accounting, wealth transfer, audits of publicly held companies, green e-attest services for energy companies, or corporate tax work and beyond, find the path that is right for you. Building your career involves the important step of selecting a firm that is not just an employer, but is also an advocate of your personal and professional growth. Weaver and Tidwell, LLP is that advocate, and we are proud to offer our team members an environment surrounded by people who are Driven, Like You.
AUDIT ADVISORY SENIOR- OIL & GAS
Weaver and Tidwell is seeking an Advisory Senior I Associate that will be responsible for day-to-day execution of engagement objectives on Advisory engagements. This role requires the ability to supervise 1-3 Associate staff members. This candidate must possess a greater than basic understanding of the COSO internal framework, and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the related requirements of Section 404, GAAP, GASS and IIA Standards. This candidate should also possess a greater than basic understanding of financial reporting, transaction cycles and business processes. CPA or CPA candidate; CIA or CIA candidate required (CPA preferred) with 2-5 years or more of public accounting experience, industry or a combination of public accounting and industry experience. Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Masters degree preferred. Experience in the Oil & Gas industry is preferred.
IT AUDIT SENIOR
Weaver and Tidwell is seeking an IT Audit Senior Associate that will be responsible for supervising 1-3 Associate staff members. This candidate must possess a greater than basic understanding of fundamental layers of information systems including network infrastructure, computer operating systems, database management systems, and computer applications. This candidate should also possess knowledge of IT controls and how they affect the control environment (COBIT, COSO, and related standards are preferred) as well as Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404. CISA or CISA candidate, CIA or CIA candidate, and/or CPA or CPA candidate with 2-4 years or more equivalent auditing experience. Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Masters degree preferred.
For immediate consideration for either position, please contact Michelle.Griffin@weaverllp.com or apply online @ http://www.weaverllp.com/Careers.aspx
Sunera, a leading provider of Audit and IT Audit Services, is currently recruiting for candidates (both full time and temporary) for internal positions and current client needs. We are currently looking for the following:
Experience:
- 3+ years of accounting and auditing experience with at least 1 year of public accounting experience is preferred but not required;
- Experienced with SOX and risk assessment methodologies;
- Information systems audit experience a plus
Education:
- Bachelor or Masters degree with an emphasis in accounting, information systems or finance.
- Working towards CPA, CIA and/or CISA.
Skills:
- Strong interpersonal skills – ability to work closely with people at all levels of the organization and facilitate the implementation of corrective action;
- Ability to influence business partners and key stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
- Excellent organization and documentation skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Please contact Danny Goldberg for more information to set up an interview @ dgoldberg@sunera.com.
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