Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or graduate coursework in auditing, risk management, or public
  administration is a plus.

Professional Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in internal audit, including leading end-
  to-end audits (performance audits, agreed-upon procedures, advisory engagements)
  with proven ability to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Experience in risk assessment, audit planning, and reporting to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop audit staff, fostering technical and
  professional growth.

Certifications:

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) required.
• Additional certifications strongly preferred: Certified Information Systems Auditor
  (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or
  Certified Forensic Accountant (CrFA).

Standards & Methodology Expertise:

• Deep understanding of Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) and
  IIA IPPF standards.
• Familiarity with COSO internal control framework and government compliance
  requirements.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in audit management software (e.g., Diligent), Microsoft 365 tools
  (SharePoint, Teams), and data analytics/reporting platforms (Excel, Power BI ACL).
• Ability to leverage analytics to enhance audit coverage and efficiency.

Leadership & Communication Competencies:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple audits concurrently,
  resolve issues, and escalate risks effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for report writing, presentations, and stakeholder engagement.
• High integrity, independence, and commitment to professional ethics and confidentiality.