Auditor I [AQ-24481]

Aquent; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Large Energy Company in Houston is seeking an Auditor with a continuous improvement mindset to support risk and control assessments across financial, operational, and compliance audits. Under supervision of Audit Manager, you will contribute to testing, documentation, and reporting.

You will collaborate with key stakeholders, identify process improvements, and help build a culture of engagement while meeting deadlines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 year experience in audit, accounting, finance, quality assurance, or related disciplines may suffice.
• Public accounting and/or utility industry experience is a plus.
• SAP, IDEA, Tableau and TeamMate+ experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing riskbased audit and advisory reviews, including contributing and developing basic testing procedures with management guidance.
• Perform audit testing, document work performed and prepare clear and complete workpapers.
• Support issue identification by gathering evidence, performing data analysis, and documenting observations.
• Collaborate with key client stakeholders within a business function to evaluate risks and identify process improvement opportunities that are value added.
• Collaborate with key client stakeholders to promptly discuss and research resolutions for identified issues and observations.
• Draft audit deliverables, including audit scope and audit reports, in a clear, concise, and effective manner.
• Build and maintain key relationships with key stakeholders, establishing a culture of engagement while adding value.
• Accountable for meeting deadlines, adhering to department quality standards, and escalating issues when appropriate.
• Assist Audit Management in the preparation of the annual audit plan in a manner that promotes continuous improvement and business culture.
• Provide direction to Associates on basic audit procedures and documentation expectations
• Utilize automated analysis tools to support audit activities.
• Other duties/investigations/special projects based on needs of the business.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related field

MBA, CPA or CIA preferred or plan to pursue

Tools

SAP

IDEA

Tableau

TeamMate+

Job description

Hybrid 4 days a week on site in downtown Houston, 1 day remote

Large Energy Company is seeking an Auditor with a continuous improvement mindset. The Internal Audit team’s mission is to provide services that add value and improve company operations, internal controls, and processes, and assist in meeting the company’s strategic and business objectives. Under the direction of an Audit Manager, Audit Lead Audit Senior, the Auditor supports a variety of internal audit assignments including risk and control assessments, financial, operational and compliance audits, internal control validations, process reviews, and other management‑requested projects. The team’s priorities are risk based and focus on strong governance, transparency, strategic engagement and fostering an inclusive culture that focuses on people development.

Essential Functions

Under the supervision and guidance of the Internal Audit Manager or Internal Audit Lead / Senior, the Auditor will be responsible for the following:

• Assist in planning and executing riskbased audit and advisory reviews, including contributing and developing basic testing procedures with management guidance.
• Perform audit testing, document work performed and prepare clear and complete workpapers.
• Support issue identification by gathering evidence, performing data analysis, and documenting observations.
• Collaborate with key client stakeholders within a business function to evaluate risks and identify process improvement opportunities that are value added.
• Collaborate with key client stakeholders to promptly discuss and research resolutions for identified issues and observations.
• Draft audit deliverables, including audit scope and audit reports, in a clear, concise, and effective manner.
• Build and maintain key relationships with key stakeholders, establishing a culture of engagement while adding value.
• Accountable for meeting deadlines, adhering to department quality standards, and escalating issues when appropriate.
• Assist Audit Management in the preparation of the annual audit plan in a manner that promotes continuous improvement and business culture.
• Provide direction to Associates on basic audit procedures and documentation expectations
• Utilize automated analysis tools to support audit activities.
• Other duties/investigations/special projects based on needs of the business.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related field is required.

MBA, CPA or CIA preferred or plan to pursue.

Experience

1-3 year experience in audit, accounting, finance, quality assurance, compliance and/or operational business related disciplines may suffice.

Public accounting and/or utility industry experience is a plus

SAP, IDEA, Tableau and TeamMate+ experience is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Self-motivated and the ability to work with minimal supervision

Strong verbal/written communication, critical thinking, problem solving, analytical and independent judgment

Skills

Knowledge and understanding of internal controls, risks, and business processes

Ability to learn quickly and apply new concepts.

Analytical mindset with basic data analysis capability.

Captures, organize, and presents ideas, facts, data, etc., in a well-structured and concise manner

Ability to show willingness to learn leveraging insights and data to support the internal audit plan through the identification of critical business areas and continually assessing risks and gap

Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment

• Ability to prioritize tasks and change focus as new information becomes available

Strong proficiency in MS applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with a general understanding of data analysis techniques

Competencies

• Business and Financial Acumen – Understand the impact actions and decision have on the bottom line of the enterprise.

Understand drivers of profitability.

Use resources efficiently.

Demonstrate an understanding of how day-to-day activities impact CNP bottom line.

Proactively look for and implement ways to reduce or contain costs where appropriate.

Knowledgeable of technology enhancements and the efficiencies it brings to company operations