Internal Control Auditor

Iowanation; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A tribal gaming organization in Oklahoma is seeking an Internal Auditor to evaluate financial operations and ensure compliance with regulations while protecting assets. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or finance, with at least two years of relevant experience. Gaming experience is preferred. The role involves extensive interaction with various stakeholders and responsibilities including conducting audits, analyzing operations, and proposing audit plans. A drug-free workplace policy is in place.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business administration, accounting, or finance.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in accounting and auditing.
• Gaming experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits of gaming operation financials and assess effectiveness of controls.
• Evaluate audit findings and provide recommendations.
• Perform follow-up audits based on external auditors’ recommendations.
• Investigate financial databases for potential fraudulent acts.
• Ensure compliance with gaming regulations and standards.
• Conduct inventory counts as needed.
• Propose the annual audit plan.
• Observe, analyze, and propose policy and procedure improvements for compliance and asset protection.
• Propose the annual audit plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced computer literacy

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint

Problem identification and evaluation

Effective communication of accounting information

Judgment under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or finance

Minimum of two years’ experience in accounting and/or auditing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Under the supervision of the Gaming Commission Executive Director, the general objective consists of evaluation of financial and operational internal controls over use of resources and safeguarding of casino assets, provide verification of compliance in all aspects, assess the reliability, consistency, integrity, and security of financial and operating information, supply consultation to the Gaming Commission and Management in an effort to improve business operations and guide the implementation of audit recommendations. Position will have extensive interaction with all levels of staff within the Gaming Commission, enterprise management and staff, NIGC and external auditors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits of the gaming operation financials and assess effectiveness of controls and efficiency of operations.
• Evaluate audit findings and provide recommendations in the form of oral and written communications, ensuring the reliability and integrity of financial information with compliance of regulation standards.
• Perform follow-up audits to verify that findings and recommendations of external auditors have been satisfied.
• Learn and remain current with all State, Federal and Tribal gaming regulations and agreements, including the State-Tribal Compact, Gaming Ordinance, Standard Operating Procedures, Indian Gaming Regulatory Act and related Gaming Regulations as applied to the investigative process.
• Investigate and analyze financial databases, interview witnesses or suspects and take statements to ascertain information on potential fraudulent acts that result in the misappropriation of funds or other assets.
• Ensure compliance with the National Indian Gaming Commission’s (NIGC) Minimum Internal Control Standards, Tribal Internal Control Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and all other applicable standards with respect to operations.
• Assess the proper accountability of assets by conducting inventory counts as needed.
• Observe, analyze, and make recommendations on policies, procedures, and other materials for the purpose of compliance and protection of assets.
• Propose the annual audit plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or finance or equivalent work-related experience.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in accounting and/or auditing.
• Gaming experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced computer literacy with specific proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and related programs.
• Skilled to quantify and illustrate routine financial reports, comparisons, impacts and/or projections.
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Effectively communicate accounting information to Executive Director, Auditors and management.
• Ability to effectively communicate information in written reports and business correspondence so others will understand.
• Ability to exercise good judgment at all times, including under stressful, high-pressure situations.
• Must be able to read, understand, apply and retain knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, and policies.

Conditions of Employment

The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma operates a drug-free workplace.

• Must submit to and pass applicable drug test.
• Must apply for and pass criminal background check for Key Gaming License.
• Current driver’s license.