Auditor II

Auditor II

Auditors I and II perform assurance, operational, technology, and contracts audits and develop audit recommendations under the supervision of the Director / Manager or Senior Auditor in accordance with MTA practices, the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, and the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) for Internal Auditing. They are exposed to various projects under different business units of the MTA and will be expected to perform general research work, conduct audit steps as laid out in the audit program, and any other support work on an as-needed basis. They are expected to perform work in a professional manner, which requires consistent exercise of discretion and judgement. They will develop a professional working relationship with clients and must be able to understand the client's business operations.

Level II conducts more complex audits than an Auditor I and is expected to demonstrate limited independence. In addition, requires up to two years of audit experience and must have successfully and timely completed the audits assigned in accordance with professional audit standards.

Responsibilities :

• Under supervision, perform assigned audit or segment of an audit under the direction of a Director, Manager, and / or Senior Auditors. This includes performing basic research work for more senior auditors, learning MTA practices on performing audits, and interacting with various MTA departments to develop a basic working understanding of their operations.
• Assist in the selection of audit procedures and in performing audit program steps.
• Prepare work papers summarizing research and evidentiary data obtained to support conclusions reached.
• Discuss results of work with supervisors in a timely manner, including deficiencies found and recommended corrective actions.
• Document findings developed during the audit.
• Validate and ensure proper documentation is uploaded in the Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) system to close the recommendations.
• The incumbent is expected to develop professional audit skills in accordance with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), which provides the International Standards for the professional practice of internal auditing and the IIA standards.
• An Auditor I, should become aware of the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) model, which is the internal control framework of the MTA, and how it applies within the audit scope of work.
• The incumbents will support any work assignments required to aid the audit department in its business objectives.
• Participate in special projects as needed and work on any other duties as assigned.
• Level II (Same as Level I, with the following additional requirements) :
• With supervisory assistance, conducts or participates in detailed analyses and reviews.
• Assists in determining the extent of required audit testing. Prepares audit programs and suggests changes to such during the course of review, to ensure audit objectives are achieved.
• Review work papers in accordance with the IPPF to ensure conclusions reached are supported by sufficient evidential data.
• Discuss results of work with supervisors in a complete and timely manner, including deficiencies found and recommended corrective actions.
• Prepare written material based on detailed analysis for inclusion in audit reports.
• Familiar with the COSO model.
• Conduct special projects as needed.

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Equal Employment Opportunity :

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.