Manager, Internal Audit

Annapolis, Maryland, Main Purpose of Role: The Internal Audit Manager performs management oversight within the Maryland Judiciary's Internal Audit Department. The incumbent manages all types of audits within the Maryland Judiciary operations. This includes finance, compliance, economy and efficiency, and information systems audits. The Internal Audit Department performs these audits for the purposes of verifying compliance with relevant federal and state laws, applicable regulations and standards, and Judiciary policies and procedures and to improve the overall efficiency of Judiciary operations. The Internal Audit Manager has responsibility for planning and scheduling audits for his/her team (Circuit Court or District Court), as well as reviewing audit work papers. The incumbent also writes audit reports and schedules individual audit assignments. The Internal Audit Manager is also responsible for personnel training, evaluation and development for staff assigned to his/her team, and assists the Director as warranted. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Planning Audits Establish objectives Determine resource allocation - staffing considerations Evaluate risk exposure related to operations and information systems Determine effectiveness and efficiency of operations Evaluate management controls Establish a follow-up process to monitor and ensure that management has implemented corrective actions to reported issues. Evaluating Results Review audit workpapers to determine if objectives were accomplished and standard auditing practices were followed in documenting work performed. Communicating Results Discuss conclusions and recommendations with appropriate levels of management. Prepare or review and approve engagement (audit and special) report prior to issuance to management. Management Consulting Propose and discuss solutions to operational and information technology control issues. Assist management in responding to requests from outside agencies. Perform special examinations at the request of management or Director. Participate as a member of special purpose committees related to Judiciary projects as advisory level: Policies and Procedures, GEARS, CONNECT, CCU, etc. Staff Development Provide guidance, training and development of staff in audit concepts and techniques, and develop leadership skills to provide for advancement within the department or organization. Assist Audit Director in Establishing Department: Policies Budget Planning Performance evaluations Recruitment Function as Acting Director in the absence of the Director Attend continuing education courses in areas of management, audit and information technology through the Maryland association of CIA, CPAs and other associations. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Bachelor's Degree for an accredited college or university. Education: Four (4) years of professional work experience in conducting governmental, financial, and operational internal audits that include elements of finance, compliance, economy and efficiency, and information system audits, and two (2) years supervising or managing staff. Preferred: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Note: Professional auditing work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four years for the required education. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards, theory, and practices; Knowledge of government auditing standards; Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices; Knowledge of business administration and management practices; Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision; Knowledge of the use of office equipment including computerized data processing information systems and personal computers; Skill in: Skill in analyzing records, reports, and other business and financial documents and noting details and facts pertinent to the audit assignment; Skill in determining compliance with or deviations from the provisions of statutes or contracts; Skill in preparing accurate and concise audit work papers; Skill in communicating ideas and information; Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with operational personnel and colleagues; Ability to: Ability to train subordinates in the principles and practices of internal auditing; Ability to plan and carry out an audit program; Ability to use office equipment, automated data processing information systems, personal computers and software related to auditing; Ability to assign and review the work of auditor staff; Ability to assist in planning and carrying out an audit program; Ability to provide advice, guidance and direction to Internal Auditors and other Judiciary personnel concerning unusual problems encountered in the course of audits; Ability to communicate effectively; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Judiciary operational personnel and senior management and colleagues; Ability to plan, organize and develop work procedures; Ability to provide assistance, guidance and technical direction to others; Ability to hire, evaluate performance and administer appropriate discipline as required, consistent with Judiciary HR policies and procedures; and Ability and willingness to be flexible, creative, and perform other duties as required. Equipment, Software and Computer Skills Laptop computer, calculator, and Judiciary fleet vehicles are used during fieldwork at all audit locations. Facility with Word, Word Perfect, Excel, Lotus 1-2-3, flowcharting, and any other relevant software. Familiarity with computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs) and ability to train non-technical staff to identify uses for CAATs. Additional Information: Workspace provided by some audit clients may be in locations that are not easily accessible, such as in a courthouse basement. Testing of fixed assets and physical inventory may require some climbing around, moving furniture, or moving equipment to find Warehouse-issued bar code tags. Lift file folders and documents at audit locations.