Auditor (Internal Audit)

New York Power Authority; City of White Plains (NY); In loco; USD 82.000 - 102.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Auditor plays a critical role in the Internal Audit team at New York Power Authority, partnering with stakeholders to conduct audits, assessments, and advisory engagements that strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls. This role supports preparation and presentation of findings, monitors remediation, and contributes to organizational excellence.

Travel is about 10–15%; compensation ranges from $82,000 to $102,000 annually, with final offer based on experience and

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years audit or related experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Conduct internal audit activities with independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the organization's operations.
• Evaluate key risks and internal controls, develop and/or review audit programs/risk & control matrices, benchmark financial and operational processes and controls, and participate in annual risk assessment activities.
• Perform testing procedures including detailed tests of controls including sampling/confidence levels, analytical procedures, CAATs, to address risks identified.
• Identify/document audit observations, root cause, risk/exposure, and recommendations for improvement.
• Create high quality deliverables, document audit work performed and results by preparing work papers, narratives, and flow charts for audit areas in scope.
• Collaborate directly with clients and the internal audit team, participate in client discussions and meetings, and identify client concerns.
• Remain current on business and utility industry trends and NYPA-related strategic initiatives and share with the team.

Conoscenze

COSO framework

GAAP knowledge

FERC rules

FASB standards

IIA standards

Audit planning

Data analysis

Verbal communication

Written communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Time management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree preferred

2 years audit or related experience preferred

Strumenti

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Descrizione del lavoro

Summary

The Auditor plays a critical role in the Internal Audit team, helping the New York Power Authority achieve its strategic objectives. In this role, you will partner with stakeholders across the organization to conduct audits, assessments, and advisory engagements that strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls. You'll gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of operational, financial, compliance, and strategic initiatives while helping drive continuous improvement and organizational effectiveness.

The Auditor assists in the preparation and presentation of audit observations and recommendations to management, evaluates financial, operational, and compliance controls, and helps ensure adherence to organizational standards and regulatory requirements. This role also monitors the remediation of audit findings through closure, confirming effective risk mitigation and supporting a culture of accountability and excellence.

This role provides an exciting opportunity to influence organizational excellence, enhance accountability, and contribute to the long-term success of the Authority. If you're a detail-oriented professional with 2+ years of audit experience who enjoys solving problems, building relationships, and delivering insights that drive business value, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

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Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audit activities within the organization, including providing independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the organization's operations.
• Evaluate key risks and internal controls, develop and/or review audit programs/risk & control matrices, benchmark financial and operational processes and controls, and participate in annual risk assessment activities.
• Perform testing procedures including detailed tests of controls including sampling/confidence levels, analytical procedures, Computer Assisted Auditing Techniques (CAATs), to address risks identified.
• Identify/document audit observations, root cause, risk/exposure, and recommendations for improvement.
• Create high quality deliverables, document audit work performed and results by preparing work papers, narratives, and flow charts for audit areas in scope.
• Collaborate directly with clients and the internal audit team, participate in client discussions and meetings, and identify client concerns.
• Remain current on business and utility industry trends and NYPA-related strategic initiatives and share with the team.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of COSO, GAAP, FERC, FASB and IIA standards, and basic understanding of IT general controls.
• Aptitude to plan, organize, manage time and deadlines, and execute assignments on large complex audits.
• Strong verbal, written, negotiation, and presentation communications skills.
• Ability to acquire, analyze and interpret large volumes of data to identify potential audit observations and develop practical recommendations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years audit or related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

Travel approximately 10%-15%, dependent on audit needs

Compensation and Benefits

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $82,000 - $102,000. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Visa and Immigration

Disclaimer: NYPA accepts a standard 12-month F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) visa for certain roles. However, please be advised that NYPA is not an E-Verify employer, and as such, we are ineligible to support the F-1 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) OPT extension (24-month add-on).

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them.

We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

Accommodations

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].