Audit Engagement Consultant: Risk & Controls

AEP Service Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks an Audit Consultant to identify, evaluate, and communicate opportunities to mitigate risk, strengthen controls, and enhance customer value on larger, more complex audits.

Responsibilities include planning, conducting audits, documenting work, and drafting clear reports. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for interactions with team members and clients, with a focus on improving governance and control processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for the role.
• Advanced degree preferred for higher-grade Audit Consultant Manager.
• Relevant professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audits as assigned.
• Complete portions of larger, more complex audits with minimal supervision.
• Prepare complete, clear documentation of audit work performed and conclusions.
• Prepare draft reports that are clear, concise, objective, and constructive.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with team members and clients.
• Provide objective assurance and consulting services to evaluate and improve risk management, governance, and control processes.
• 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 reporting, and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Conduct proactive fraud audits to identify potentially fraudulent activity.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Advanced degree in a relevant field of study (preferred)

Job description

American Electric Power seeks an Audit Consultant to identify, evaluate, and communicate opportunities to mitigate risk, strengthen controls, and enhance customer value on larger, more complex audits.

Responsibilities include planning, conducting audits, documenting work, and drafting clear reports. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for interactions with team members and clients, with a focus on improving governance and control processes.