Audit Consultant – On-Site Risk & Controls Expert

AEP Service Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Pension

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking an Audit Consultant to identify, evaluate, and communicate opportunities to mitigate risk and strengthen controls on large audits. You will plan and conduct audits, document work, draft reports, and interact with clients, with responsibilities spanning internal controls, governance, and fraud investigations.

This on-site role is based at our Downtown Columbus, Ohio headquarters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required.
• 3 years minimum of related experience.
• Advanced degree in a relevant field of study is preferred.
• Relevant professional certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audits as assigned.
• Complete portions of larger audits with minimal supervision.
• Prepare complete, clear, and concise documentation of audit work performed and conclusions reached.
• Prepare draft reports that are clear, concise, objective, and constructive.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with team members and clients.
• Perform audits of internal controls related to business units and financial operations.
• Review management oversight and controls over operations, safeguarding of assets, reliability of financial and management reporting, and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Conduct proactive fraud audits to identify potentially fraudulent activity.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking an Audit Consultant to identify, evaluate, and communicate opportunities to mitigate risk and strengthen controls on large audits. You will plan and conduct audits, document work, draft reports, and interact with clients, with responsibilities spanning internal controls, governance, and fraud investigations.

This on-site role is based at our Downtown Columbus, Ohio headquarters.