Chicago Housing Authority · 3 hours ago
Senior Auditor
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expChicago Housing Authority is an independent body focused on investigating and auditing matters concerning fraud, theft, waste, abuse, and misconduct. The Senior Auditor will lead and perform complex audits to promote accountability and integrity, while ensuring compliance with auditing standards.
Real Estate
Hiring Manager
Angie Allen
Responsibilities
Lead and conduct complex performance audits of CHA programs in accordance with the Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book Standards)
Develop audit programs designed to identify and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse; strengthen internal controls; and improve operational efficiency
Design audit testing procedures and data sampling methods to achieve objectives
Gather and analyze sufficient evidence and data to reach a conclusion on the audit objectives
Conduct field work and site visits to CHA properties and offices
Prepare and present clear audit findings, reports, and recommendations
Track and follow up on corrective actions
Collaborate with OIG staff to develop annual risk assessment and audit plan
Provide guidance, training, and support to other OIG auditors
Work with OIG investigators to provide investigative assistance where necessary or appropriate
Conduct special projects and additional duties as assigned to support OIG mission
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public/business administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university supplemented by a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in auditing or operations analysis, including data and financial analysis
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), or auditing standards issued by AICPA, IIA, or ISACA
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ensuring clear and concise reporting, effective collaboration, and strong stakeholder engagement
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines
High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion
Valid driver's license is required
Preferred
Professional certification as a public accountant, internal auditor, fraud examiner, inspector general auditor, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Proficiency in forensic audit and accounting
Strong organizational, management, and decision-making skills to efficiently manage projects, set, prioritize, and drive strategic initiatives
Experience in statistical methods, qualitative and quantitative analysis for audit sampling, data visualization, and use of data analytical tools and methodologies
Curiosity, inquisitiveness, and attention to detail
Benefits
Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package
Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO) Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance
Pet Insurance
Parking Transit
Prepaid Legal Services
Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
Identity Theft Protection
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match
Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago
Hybrid work schedule (position specific) This position may be eligible for remote work following a successful completion of a 90-day probationary period according to CHA’s established policies and procedures.
Company
Chicago Housing Authority
The Chicago Housing Authority provides homes to more than 50,000 families and individuals.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tracey Scott
Chief Executive Officer
Linda Riley Mitchell, CPA
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
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