AUDITOR - INTERNAL

GOV-Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

GOV-Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority seeks an experienced Internal Auditor to lead the agency's internal audit program, oversee risk assessments, and ensure compliance with internal control standards.

The role involves planning and conducting audits, reporting findings to the Executive Director and CFO, and guiding corrective actions across CPRA processes and resources.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in accounting or auditing or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours in accounting/auditing or related fields plus three years experience.
• Advanced degree in accounting/financing or statistics plus two years experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead CPRA's internal audit program as Chief Auditor and manage audit plans and standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct internal audits evaluating controls and processes.
• Prepare reports, communicate results to executive leadership, and guide corrective actions.
• Serve as liaison for external audits and track audit findings and follow-up actions.
• Conduct special audits and sensitive reviews including fraud-related inquiries.

Skills

Auditing experience

Internal controls knowledge

Financial operations understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in accounting or finance

CPA/CFE/CIA designation

Job description

The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority is seeking an experienced professional to join the Executive Division as an Internal Auditor. The incumbent is responsible for conducting independent, objective reviews of agency programs, financial operations, and internal controls to assess compliance, effectiveness, efficiency, and proper stewardship of resources. This position plays an important role in strengthening CPRA’s financial and administrative operations and ensuring the agency’s substantial operating and capital resources are properly safeguarded and managed.

• Six years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
• Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems plus three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
• A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems plus three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
• A bachelor’s degree plus a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation plus three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics plus three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
• An advanced degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics plus two years of experience in accounting or auditing.
• EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Serves as Chief Auditor and manages CPRA’s internal audit program, including the internal audit charter, annual risk assessments, long-range and annual audit plans, and compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Independently plans, coordinates, and conducts internal audits, including evaluating internal controls, financial transactions, and agency processes.
• Prepares audit reports, findings, and recommendations; communicates results to the Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer, and agency management; and provides guidance on corrective actions and resolution of deficiencies.
• Serves as CPRA’s liaison for external audits and maintains a comprehensive system for tracking and following up on internal and external audit findings, as well as corrective actions.
• Conducts special audits, management studies, and sensitive reviews, including fraud-related inquiries and investigations, while maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of audit activities.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Office Location:150 Terrace Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Compensation: The maximum salary for the Auditor-Internal is $135,408 annually.

Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Louisiana is a State as Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.