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State of Washington · 1 month ago

Internal Audit Data Analytics Manager (WMS2)

Walla Walla, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

The Washington State Department of Revenue (DOR) is seeking a dedicated and competent professional to fill the important role of Data Analytics Manager in our Internal Audit unit. This position focuses on using specialized analytical, statistical, and programming skills to analyze large data sets for identifying potential risks and enhancing fraud detection efforts.

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Responsibilities

External Data Research- proactively engages with other data analytic experts in the nation and stays current on new tools and analytic approaches that can support DOR’s efforts of early fraud detection

Data Analytics - develops and implements custom data models to identify risk areas for the internal audit team and provides these models to agency management

Investigates and follows up on Red Flags- coordinates Agency efforts to follow up in red flags that could indicate waste, loss or misuse

Data Analytics Training and Presentations - develops an agency-wide training program to train others throughout the agency on the discipline and benefits of Data Analytics for Red Flag detection. Develop presentations to leaders at DOR on how to build data analytic models and visualize data. Provide training on how data analytics can help us determine the effectiveness and efficiency of current controls and tests 100% of populations

Data Dashboards- assists the Internal Audit team with data analytic Power BI dashboards to summarize the data analytics work performed. Provides the Audit dashboard to the Internal Audit Manager, Executive Team and to the Director

Program Maturity- takes initiative to mature the Data Analytics program, building a culture where there is greater understanding of how effective early detection through data analytics creates greater trust with the public, external auditors, and enhances DOR’s brand reputation

Data Analytic Tools- explores the use of Artificial Intelligence such as machine learning or generative AI for Data Analytics

Assurance and Advisory Services- position will also assist with IT related internal audit assurance and advisory services evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of controls to provide independent and objective assurance, advice, insight, and foresight through separate evaluations. This role prepares engagement letters and reports to aid Management and help them feel confident that their data had a second set of eyes and review over. Although they are not the primary IT Audit Manager, they will assist this role with IT audits

Management Corrective Actions - reports to Executive Management on gaps and recommendations from audit reports. Follows up on internal audit report recommendations and evaluates the corrective actions taken by management

High Quality Work- ensures high quality work is prepared that conforms to the rigorous Global Internal Audit Standards issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

Administers the Internal Audit program’s Data Analytics Program

Extracts and compiles data from agency and state enterprise systems

Creates and maintains databases, designs reports for detailed analysis of the data, confirms accuracy of reports produced, analyzes and interprets results, and remains alert for indicators of suspect activity

Develops continuous audit and monitoring techniques used by internal audit staff and other internal managers

Performs value added Red Flag Data Analytics and uses fraud detection techniques from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) and IIA to develop new data analytic models for the Agency

Uses Data Analytics to identify unusual patterns, anomalies, and trends that could indicate red flags of suspect activity or errors within the datasets

Uses signs of exponential growth and historical data to help flag unusual patterns

Develops processes to monitor and analyze the accuracy and effectiveness of the data models and algorithms

Qualification

Data AnalyticsFraud DetectionData ModelingPower BISQLStatistical SoftwareInternal Audit StandardsIT ControlsProfessional SkepticismTraining DevelopmentCritical ThinkingCollaborationPresentation Skills

Required

Any combination of education and experience that meets the knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviors (KSAB's) listed below

Advanced experience developing and implementing custom data models to identify risk areas for the internal audit team and for Agency management

Experience using data analytics for Fraud Detection as prescribed by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)

Advanced experience with data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages, or mathematical/statistical software experience for data research, statistician or quantitative analytics experience

Experience managing and leading audits and performing the work to professional standards such as the following: The Institute of Internal Auditors' Global Internal Audit standards, The Institute of Internal Auditors' technology audit guidance, Generally Accepted Audit Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Government Audit Standards (GAGAS)

Experience evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls, including IT controls, identifying gaps, and providing recommendations

The ability to define, prioritize, and identify actionable solutions to business problems, practices, collect relevant structured and unstructured information, and the ability to collaborate with clients to identify root causes and solve problems

Experience facilitating control meetings to identify the risks and controls to program data analytics effectively

Experience or familiarity with contemporary management principles and frameworks, such as the following: Information Systems and Control Association (ISACA), Control Objectives for Information and related Technologies (COBIT)

This position has been designated as a user of Federal Tax Information (FTI) provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). In order to use this information, the incumbent will need to pass the required background check which includes: FBI National background check (with fingerprints), Local law enforcement check for places you have lived in the last 5 years, Verification of your ability to work in this country, Be willing to follow the safeguarding requirements of IRS Publication 1075 and DOR Administrative Policy 6.5.1

Preferred

Six years' experience in auditing (internal or external), and or performing data analytics for audit purposes

Experience developing and implementing custom data models to identify high risk areas

Have or actively pursuing relevant professional certifications in one or more of the following: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information System Security professional (CISSP), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)