Sr Auditor

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department:   Audit Services
 

PREFERENCES

• CPA, CMA, CFE, CIA, or other certification is preferred. 
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) experience preferred. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sr Auditor

Salary Grade: G06
Minimum  Midpoint  Maximum
$74,796 - $100,975 - $127,152

SUMMARY:  

Provides management with business risk, regulatory compliance, internal control assessments, and the efficiency/adequacy of business systems and processes by focusing on ongoing operations. Under general supervision, conducts audits for management to assess effectiveness of controls, accuracy of financial records, and efficiency of operations by performing the following duties. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Plans and executes financial and operational audits, business process and application reviews, regulatory compliance reviews and various other consulting engagements 

Examines department activities for compliance with management plans and policies 

Inspects accounting systems to determine their efficiency and protective value 

Assesses the proper accountability of assets by conducting inventories 

Reviews records pertaining to staff and material assets, such as equipment and buildings, to determine degree to which they are utilized 

Analyzes data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud, or lack of compliance with laws, government regulations, and management policies or procedures 

Prepares and submits audit findings and makes recommendations to management 

Conducts special studies for management such as those required to discover mechanics of detected fraud and to develop controls for fraud prevention 

Audits employer business records for governmental agency to determine unemployment insurance premiums, liabilities, and employer compliance with state tax laws 

COMPETENCIES:                   

Ability to design and perform tests of critical internal controls. 
Broad knowledge of an ability to apply modern internal auditing skills 

Knowledge of an ability to utilize EDP systems as an auditing tool 

Working knowledge and ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) 

Ability to gather, consolidate, analyze, and draw conclusions of the subject matter under consideration 

Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner 

Proficiency in the use of statistical sampling methods and techniques 

Ability to perform risk assessments of various processes and departments 

Enthusiastic, motivational professional who desires to develop and maintain strong client and team relationships 

QUALIFICATIONS                    

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:  

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in accounting and three to five years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:  

CPA, CMA, CFE, CIA, or other certification is preferred. 

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:                   
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence 

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:                   
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry 

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations 

COMPUTER SKILLS:                   

Knowledge of  database, project management, spreadsheet, and word processing software 

PeopleSoft experience a plus 

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:  

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:                   

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit up to 2/3 of the time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:                   

Office environment. 

DEGREES: 
Bachelors Degree 

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 
Certified Financial Accountant 
Certified Fraud Examiner 
Certified Internal Auditors 
Certified Public Accountant

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, “everyone goes home safe”, reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: 
TXNM Energy is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the ADA. If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.

DEI Statement:
At TXNM Energy, we value the diversity of our workforce and actively seek opportunities for incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our family of companies. We believe a diverse workforce enriches our environment and helps us better meet the needs of our employees, customers, and shareholders.  We remain committed to attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to carry out the Company's purpose.

TXNM Energy and affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers.  Women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans are encouraged to apply.