Auditor

UN Secretariat; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

UN Secretariat in New York seeks an Auditor to lead and execute audits and special reviews of complex operations within OIOS. You will plan, supervise junior staff, test controls, and draft reports for senior management and the General Assembly.

You will monitor implementation of recommendations and use data analysis/visualization to support decision-making. Fluency in English required; Arabic, Spanish, Russian, French, Chinese desired.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field; substitution with a first-level degree plus two years' experience.
• Data analytics or data science programs are advantageous.
• Seven years of progressive professional experience in audit, finance or accounting.
• Experience in data analysis to identify trends and using data analytics tools (IDEA, ACL, Excel).
• Public sector auditing experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of auditing standards, financial rules, and ability to present recommendations.
• Experience with IT audit applications (IDEA, ACL, TeamMate) is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute audits and special reviews for complex operations.
• Prepare risk-based audits and plans according to OIOS standards.
• Supervise and coach audit staff, ensuring adherence to standards.
• Evaluate and test systems and controls for compliance, effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Prepare working papers and draft audit reports for distribution.
• Discuss findings, agree on recommendations, and monitor follow-up.
• Prepare presentations on audit results for senior management.
• Maintain and update audit programs and develop training materials.
• Conduct data analysis and use visualization methods to support decision-making.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication

Teamwork

Data analysis

Data visualization

Education

Master's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

IDEA

ACL

TeamMate

Excel

Job description

Organizational context: This position is within the Headquarters Audit Section of the Internal Audit Division in the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) in New York. OIOS serves as the UN's internal oversight body, providing audit, investigation, inspection, and evaluation services to assist the Secretary-General in overseeing the Organization's resources and staff. The Internal Audit Division offers assurance and advisory services across all UN entities.

Job purpose: The Auditor is responsible for leading and executing audits and special reviews of large and complex operations. This involves planning, fieldwork, and reporting, ensuring adherence to OIOS standards. The role includes preparing risk-based audits, supervising and coaching junior staff, and evaluating systems and controls for adequacy and effectiveness. The Auditor will document findings, develop recommendations, and draft reports for senior management and the General Assembly. A key aspect is monitoring the implementation of recommendations and appraising follow-up actions. The role also involves data analysis and visualization to support decision-making and reporting, requiring frequent interaction with various levels of staff and external officials.

Responsibilities: Lead and execute audits and special reviews for complex operations, including task allocation, coordination, and resource management. Prepare risk-based audits and plans according to OIOS standards. Supervise and coach audit staff, ensuring adherence to standards throughout all phases of the audit process. Evaluate and test systems and controls for compliance, effectiveness, and efficiency. Prepare working papers and draft audit reports for organization-wide distribution. Discuss findings and agree on recommendations with audited entities, monitoring implementation. Prepare presentations on audit results for senior management. Monitor and appraise the status and follow-up of audit recommendations. Maintain and update audit programs, and develop training materials for auditing techniques. Conduct data analysis and use visualization methods to provide insights for decision-making and reporting.

Education: An advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree with two additional years of qualifying experience may substitute. Completion of data analytics, business analytics, or data science programs is advantageous.

Work experience: A minimum of seven years of progressive professional experience in audit, finance, accounting, administration, statistics, or a related area is required. Specific experience in audit, data analysis to identify trends, and using data analytics tools (e.g., IDEA, ACL, Excel) is essential. Public sector auditing experience is desirable.

Skills: Professionalism, communication, and teamwork. Knowledge of auditing standards, financial rules, and procedures. Ability to analyze data, formulate opinions, and present recommendations. Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools. Experience with IT audit applications (e.g., IDEA, ACL, TeamMate) is a plus. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment.

Required languages: English

Desired languages: Arabic, Spanish, Russian, French, Chinese