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| Job Ref: | 11-9137 |
| Industry: | Tech |
| City: | Baton Rouge |
| State: | Louisiana (LA) |
| Employer: | Amedisys |
| Post Date: | 04/24/2012 |
| Job Description: |
Description Responsible for conducting audits and reviews to evaluate the design, testing and implementation of new and existing technologies. Acts as a subject matter expert on information technology, security, risk and control issues and provides consulting services in the selection of new technology solutions. Directly Supervises This position has no direct reports. Supervises IT Auditors as audit lead when working on audits as a team. RESPONSIBILITY / JOB DUTIES 1. Defines, executes and manages Information Technology audits to ensure completion of the annual audit plan while demonstrating sound judgment and decision making, commitment to tasks, persistence in overcoming obstacles, dependability in difficult circumstances, and a sense of urgency about getting results. 2. Plans and executes engagements in accordance with accepted standards, formally documenting the scope, objective, and procedures (including statistical sampling and information technology) to be utilized within a formal engagement work program. 3. Obtains, analyzes, and appraises information as a basis for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of controls, the efficiency of performance of the activities being reviewed, and the extent of compliance with established policies, procedures, and plans 4. Assesses and manages Information Technology risks through the successful implementation of audit recommendations. 5. Reports engagement observations to internal audit management and provides constructive recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions to improve controls, further mitigate risk, improve operations, promote company growth, reduce cost, and to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 6. Effectively communicates audit issues to all levels of management and staff personnel within the area under audit review through the timely issuance of discussion issues and audit reports. 7. Attends formal and informal training sessions and self-study to keep abreast of information technology concepts, industry best practices, security technologies, auditing and accounting standards, as well as, interpersonal skills. 8. Performs special reviews at the request of management. 9. Conducts audits in a professional manner and in accordance with the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and with the approved engagement work program. Under the guidance of the Audit Manager: 9. Identifies the risk points within a process / functional area under review and controls in place to mitigate those risks. 10. Directs, counsels, and instructs internal audit staff assigned to the engagement, and reviews their work for sufficiency of scope and for accuracy. 11. Prepares formal written communications, expressing opinions on the design, adequacy, and operating effectiveness of the system of controls under review and the efficiency with which activities are carried out. mst Requirements QUALIFICATIONS 1. Bachelor’s degree in business-related discipline such as business administration, finance, accounting, economics, information systems, or internal audit preferred. Experience within the company or a medical-related field may be substituted for this requirement as deemed appropriate by Internal Audit management. 2. Current Certification as a CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) and/or other certifications (CISSP, CPA, CIA, CCSA, and/or CFE) a plus but not required. 3. Minimum of three years experience in Internal Audit or Public Accounting. Experience within the company or a medical-related field may be substituted for this requirement as deemed appropriate by Internal Audit management. 4. Ability to communicate effectively with management, team leader/department supervisors and co-workers. 5. Strong technical skills. 6. Knowledge of information technology techniques and tools for conducting audits. 7. Knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Attribute, Performance, and Implementation); familiarity with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ Code of Ethics and Practice Advisories for Assurance and Consulting Services. 8. Ability to work well with individuals at all levels of the organization. *cb* |
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