Internal /Audit Information Tech (IT)-Internship

Vistra Retail Operations Company; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Corporate Services Company in Irving, Texas is seeking an IT Audit Intern to support risk assessment and control testing within the IT and business processes. You will work on IT General Controls and assist with SOX testing under guidance from senior staff.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a full-time degree in MIS, AIS, CS, or Accounting, with interest in internal audit, data analytics, and IT operations. Strong MS Office skills and professional communication are required.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a full-time Bachelor's or Master's degree program with a major in MIS, AIS, CS, or Accounting with emphasis in Internal Audit.
• Experience with auditing systems is a plus.
• Experience with data analytics/data visualization is a plus.
• Able to communicate tactfully and professionally; proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate risk through assigned projects.
• Execute work programs to determine the effectiveness of IT General Controls.
• Report results to leaders across the company.
• Analyze IT operations, access, and change management as part of audits.

Skills

Data analytics

Data visualization

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelors or Masters in MIS / AIS / CS / Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Summary

Internal Audit helps the business and IT assess risks and test the design and effectiveness of the controls used to manage them. We are an objective organization that helps the Company accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes.

The Information Technology (IT) Audit group performs audits to assess the effectiveness of automated or system controls and their underlying processes. We also participate in Sarbanes-Oxley testing to support the overall compliance efforts of Vistra Corp., as well as special projects as requested by executive leadership and the Board of Directors.

Position Responsibilities

• As an IT Audit Intern, you will assist the department in identifying and evaluating risk through assigned projects, executing work programs to determine the effectiveness of IT General Controls, and reporting the results to leaders throughout the company.
• These efforts can include logical/physical access, change management, and IT operations.
• You will develop skills to enhance your understanding of risks and the implications to the broader organization through.
• Collecting and analyzing data and information effectively.
• Preparing and maintaining audit work papers pertinent to the audit's scope and objectives.
• Comprehending the meaning of test results as they relate to internal control strengths and weaknesses.
• Adapting to and using technology to improve the effectiveness of assignments, increase efficiencies, and quickly complete work objectives.

Technical and Behavioral Requirements

• Candidates must be enrolled in a full-time Bachelor's or Master's Degree program with a major in Management Information Systems, Accounting Information Systems, Computer Science, orAccounting with an emphasis in Internal Audit.
• Experience with auditing systems is a plus.
• Experience with data analytics/data visualization is a plus.
• Ability to communicate in a tactful and courteous manner to convey a mature, commonsense approach and attitude.
• Possess general PC skills and be able to use Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint); advanced capabilities (i.e. Pivot Tables, complex data analysis, and graphics production)
• Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to the skills listed.

Job Family

General Services

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving, Texas

Texas We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

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