SENIOR MANAGER, INTERNAL AUDIT

Join a member-driven leader in a fast-paced, challenging and collaborative environment with the shared mission of supporting America’s network of rural electric cooperatives. Since its formation in 1969, National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation, or CFC, located in Dulles, Virginia, has provided capital and industry-leading financial products to more than 1,000 not-for-profit, consumer-controlled utility systems across the United States. Our exceptional team delivers the “CFC Difference” that encompasses our values of service, integrity and excellence in all our interactions.
CFC has a need for a Senior Manager, Internal Audit to join the Internal Audit team. This is a hybrid position requiring onsite work at our headquarters office in Sterling, VA, as well as optional remote workdays. The Senior Manager, Internal Audit is responsible for overseeing the planning, executing, and reporting on operational audit activities, acting as a subject matter expert regarding the IIA standards, as well as managing a team of internal auditors. Additionally, they assist the Vice President of Internal Audit (VP-I/A) with strategic planning and promoting the department as a valuable business partner.

As a Senior Manager, Internal Audit, you will:

• Review and approve audit plans submitted by the staff auditors, including obtaining background information on the business function being audited, evaluating the risk and control assessment, defining the audit scope and objectives, and assigning work responsibilities to staff auditors.
• Manage the audit fieldwork, including reviewing the staff’s audit programs and work papers, advising client and audit management of issues identified throughout the audit, and working with client management to identify solutions to control deficiencies.
• Coach senior auditor with the annual SOX 404 assessment activities.
• Write and review audit reports to client management and executive management to gain commitment of the action plans which mitigate control gaps or ineffective controls, maintaining effective client relationships and promoting internal controls and control awareness throughout the corporation.
• Carry out the annual Quality Assurance Review (QAR) program, ensuring all IIA standards are met.
• Assist in the development and achievement of the multi-year audit plan and strategic objectives.
• Support the VP of Internal Audit with special projects such as tracking key metrics, following up on key audit issues, developing audit procedures, and providing back up support in the VP’s absence.
• Manage and mentor staff auditors and assist in their professional and career development.

To be successful, you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related business field.
• 8 years of auditing experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Operational auditing experience in financial services companies is highly desired.
• Active Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
• Professional Certification such as Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified in Controls Self Assessments (CCSA) or other applicable certification is desired.
• Knowledge of COSO, GAAP and the IIA Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and practical application of accounting, financing and audit practices and principles.
• Expert communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of departments and leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Advanced writing skills utilizing proper grammar and the ability to document complex processes and concepts clearly.
• Advanced analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, deal with interruptions, and meet deadlines in a fast paced and changing environment.
• Advanced ability to effectively document process workflows and identify risks and controls in the form of narratives and flow charts.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to handle and protect confidential information.
• Intermediate knowledge of computer operations and software.
• Advanced MS Office skills.
• Proactively adopts AI tools and continuously seeks to expand knowledge in AI.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes hybrid work options; annual incentive opportunities; an employer-paid pension plan; 401(k); medical, dental and vision insurance; a generous leave policy; onsite gym; and more—all in a friendly, professional work environment. For additional information, please visit our website at www.nrucfc.coop. CFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• operational and financial audit: 8 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Sterling, VA 20166 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sterling, VA 20166: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sterling, VA 2016

Please refer the Job description for details