Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) · 3 hours ago
Internal Auditor
Boston, Massachusetts
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$86K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expThe Massachusetts School Building Authority is seeking an Internal Auditor responsible for reviewing and analyzing internal controls to ensure efficiency and compliance. The role involves conducting audits, preparing reports, and collaborating with management on corrective actions.
Construction
Responsibilities
Plan and develop methodology for conducting performance, compliance and operational audits across all departments; identify areas to be examined and determine the extent of an examination including establishing completion schedules
Assess and evaluate the existing control environment and procedures and recommend any improvement in the effectiveness of the MSBA’s risk management, control and governance processes
Prepare reports and summarize audit results
Conduct audits on the compliance and effectiveness of the internal controls of various aspects of the MSBA's operations
Ensure the MSBA complies with internal policies as well as relevant statutes and regulations, state and, as applicable, federal laws, and regulations
Interview appropriate personnel; define requirements and obtain, verify and analyze available data; observe and evaluate functional operating procedures, confirm compliance, identify any weaknesses in internal controls and prepare written recommendations, including improvements for operational efficiency
Lead representative of the MSBA on matters concerning external audits to ensure all external audit requests are completed in a timely manner. Examples may include the financial statement audit, audits performed by the State Auditor of Massachusetts, or any other state or federal oversight authority
Conduct follow-up reviews on all audit findings and management letter comments to determine that new internal controls were implemented, or established controls were adequately changed
Maintain a complete repository of all MSBA policies; coordinate, monitor, enforce and record the timely updating of each
Coordinate the efforts of Senior Management to prioritize and complete the periodic review and update of existing policies and the creation and finalization of new policies
Evaluate existing policies and identify and recommend additional policies, if necessary, and facilitate the completion of such policies
Report monthly to the Executive Director and/or Deputy Executive Director on the completion of policy updates and additions, report any variances in compliance with the policies and recommend actions
Ensure a review of access for the MSBA’s systems and enterprise system with testing on a regular basis
Complete special audit projects as requested by MSBA's executive level management
Participate as a voting member in relevant procurement panels
Identify professional development opportunities that would strengthen staff’s critical thinking capacity in relation to risk assessment and mitigation and provide periodic in-house training
Other projects or tasks as requested
Travel as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field
5 to 7 years of previous experience in auditing, accounting or finance with a preference for candidates who have worked in internal audit roles
Ability to work hybrid work schedule - minimum of two (2) in-office days per week
A comprehensive auditing skill set covering a broad range of financial areas
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software
Familiarity with COSO, complex organizational structures, and information technology
Ability to analyze complex processes, to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of related controls
Experience with Office 365, SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Able to develop and implement an independent, objective, and systematic approach to analyzing audit evidence and drawing conclusions
Preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification preferred
Experience with Massachusetts government entities, public construction, and procurement is preferred
Knowledge of data analytic software
Company
Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA)
The Massachusetts School Building Authority (“MSBA”) is a quasi-independent government authority created to reform the process of funding capital improvement projects in the Commonwealth’s public schools.
51-200 employees
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