Chief Internal Auditor

DGS Office of External Affairs; Illinois; On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chief Internal Auditor for the Illinois Department of Revenue develops and oversees a comprehensive agency-wide internal audit program, including creating an Annual Audit Plan and serving as liaison with external auditors. The role reports to the Director and serves as a spokesperson on audit and risk assessment matters to internal and external entities.

This is a full-time, salaried position based in Springfield, Illinois.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA or CIA certification with required years, or equivalent auditing experience.
• Minimum 4 years in internal audits.
• Minimum 4 years supervisory experience.
• 2 years leading internal audit program.
• Ability to pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee agency-wide internal audit program.
• Create Annual Audit Plan.
• Serve as liaison with external auditors.
• Act as spokesperson on audit and risk matters to internal and external entities.

Skills

Auditing

Internal controls

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Chief Internal Auditor for the Illinois Department of Revenue develops and oversees a comprehensive agency-wide internal audit program, including creating an Annual Audit Plan and serving as the agency's liaison with external auditors. The role reports to the Director and serves as spokesperson on audit and risk assessment matters to internal and external entities. This is a full-time, salaried position based in Springfield, Illinois.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor with at least 4 years of progressively responsible professional auditing experience, OR Auditor with at least 5 years of such experience
• 4 years of experience conducting internal audits
• 2 years of experience leading an internal audit program
• 4 years of supervisory experience
• Ability to successfully complete tax compliance and fingerprint-based background check