Internal Auditor

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans (IPERS)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking an Internal Auditor to work under the direction of the Internal Audit Bureau Chief. This position will audit processes and programs across the department.

You will conduct internal audits in line with IIA standards, provide unbiased audit services, and help improve internal controls and compliance with state and federal regulations. Applicants should have a four-year degree with related audit experience or legal training;

Qualifications

• Four-year degree and five years of investigative or audit-related work experience.
• Juris Doctor or equivalent with two years of relevant practice.
• Nine years total education/experience as described.
• Two years of state executive branch management/supervisory work.
• Two years as Compliance Officer 1.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audit activities per the IIA standards and Code of Ethics.
• Provide impartial, independent audit services.
• Review department processes to ensure internal controls and efficiency.
• Measure compliance with laws, policies, and grant requirements.
• Investigate possible fraud or misappropriation.
• Develop objectives, plans, and work papers; draft findings.
• Advise management on internal controls aligned with risk management.
• Support annual risk assessments and audit planning.

Skills

Auditing

Analytical thinking

Ethics and integrity

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in any field

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Nine years total education/experience as described

Two years management/supervisory experience in state executive branch

Two years as Compliance Officer 1

Job description

Job Description

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking an individual to serve as Internal Auditor, under the direction of the Internal Audit Bureau Chief.

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking an individual to serve as Internal Auditor, under the direction of the Internal Audit Bureau Chief.

This position will audit processes and programs of Department of Health and Human Services.

• Conduct internal audit activities in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Provide audit services that are impartial, unbiased, free of conflicts of interest, and independent in fact and appearance.
• Conduct comprehensive review of a department process or program to evaluate fundamental business practices to ensure there are adequate internal controls as well as operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Measure adherence with department and executive branch policies and procedures, state and federal laws and regulations, program guidelines, and grant or contract requirements.
• Investigate the facts and circumstances of possible fraud or misappropriation of the organization's assets.
• Develop audit objectives and work plans.
• Collect and analyze information according to the work plan to include completing research and conducting interviews.
• Develop audit findings and recommendations based on analysis, draft reports, and review work papers for accuracy.
• Advise department management and employees on the development of internal controls in support of the department's risk management plan.
• Recommend actions to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, program guidelines, and grant or contract requirements.
• Provide support in designing more effective compliance and enforcement activities as well as improved department operations.

This position will also assist the Internal Audit Bureau Chief and Chief Audit Executive in executing the annual department risk assessment and in developing the department's annual internal audit plan. Conduct special studies as assigned by the Internal Audit Bureau Chief and/or Chief Audit Executive.

Benefits

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
• Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).
• Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
• Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs.

Background Checks

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.

The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer

HHS values those with "lived experience" and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov .

All work performed on behalf of Iowa Health and Human Services must occur in the State of Iowa.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, and experience equal to five years of full-time work in investigative or closely related work which involved: preparing interpretative or administrative orders, rules, or regulations which have the effect of law; or interpreting and enforcing federal or state laws governing health care administration; or quality assurance review to determine, through internal audit or analysis, the level of compliance with program requirements; or drafting, negotiating, or examining contracts or related documents required for organizational operations.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, and experience equal to five years of full-time, professional-level work involving the interpretation and enforcement of federal and state laws or department policies and procedures or quality assurance review as determined through internal audit or analysis of the level of compliance to program requirements.
• Graduation from accredited school of law and experience equal to two years of full-time work as described in number one or two or in the practice of law.
• A total of nine years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one, two, or three), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to two years of full-time management/supervisory work in the interpretation and enforcement of federal and state laws or department policies and procedures or quality assurance review.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to eighteen months of full-time work as a Compliance Officer 1.