Senior Auditor I

Please note this position is open to MTA Employees only.

This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.    

Opening:

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.

Position Objective:

Senior Auditors conduct assurance, operational, consulting and contract audits with increasing levels of complexity and develop appropriate and value-adding recommendations in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) for Internal Auditing, incorporating good business judgment and skills. They perform work in a professional manner, have developed and maintain a professional working relationship with clients, understand client business operations and have successfully completed MTA audits or similar. Senior Auditors are expected to assist in the supervision of junior Auditors I and II.

Conducts audits of up to moderate complexity, has successfully and timely completed them for at

least three years and is able to work independently during most aspects of the audit.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts detailed analyses and review of audited operations or contracts to ensure timely audit progress.
• Assists in determining the extent of required audit testing, staff assignments, and projection of man-days required to complete audits.  Prepares audit programs and suggests changes to such during the course of review, to ensure objectives of audits are achieved.
• Exercises some independent judgment on work assignments and interfaces on own with clients, develops and maintains a professional work relationship and understanding of their operations.
• Fully understands MTA policy and practice on audits including IPPF standards and how to apply them on audits, is able to explain procedures clearly to others, may aid and assist more junior members of the department.
• Understands the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) model, which is the internal control framework of the MTA, and can incorporate the framework in the development of the audit program and audit recommendations.
• Prepares and/or reviews workpapers to ensure conclusions reached are supported by sufficient evidential data.
• Prepares audit report based on detailed analysis for inclusion in audit reports in a clear and professional manner; informs supervisors of results of audit steps in an accurate, complete, and timely manner.
• Validates and ensures proper documentation are uploaded in the GRC to close the recommendations.
• Assists in orienting new staff, as appropriate.
• Assists in or conducts special projects as needed and aids the department in whatever manner necessary for it to meet its business objectives. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Analytical, business judgment, and time management skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with departmental and agency staff and more senior management.
• Ability to perform assigned audit tasks timely and accurately.
• Knowledge of the IIA and the IPPF internal audit standards, as well as applicable governmental, MTA, and Audit Services specific regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of PC applications and computer-assisted audit techniques.
• Understanding of audit practices, including audit program and workpaper development, and ability to orient more junior staff as needed in these areas.
• Understanding of risk assessment.

In Financial/Operational Audit Area:

GAGAS, IIA Standards, Internal Control Standards (COSO), applicable City, State and Federal regulations, MTA and agency-specific policies, procedures, and guidelines.

In the Technology Audit Area:

Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology Framework (COSO ERM), applicable City, State and Federal Regulations; All-Agency and Agency-Specific Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines. Knowledge of PC based/Client-server (LAN) system applications; security software; IBM mainframe platforms; Telecommunications Technology. Understanding of MTA Information Services Policies and Procedures (SDLC methodologies/approaches). Proficiency in computer audit techniques and tools; PC based (Windows and DOS) applications.

In the Contracts Audit Area:

Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and other applicable City (Directive 7), State and Federal regulations, MTA and agency-specific policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Required Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Auditing, Computer Science, or other related business or operational field.

• Approximately three to four years of experience in financial/operational/technology contract type auditing or related industry experience and/or demonstrated performance as an Auditor II with successful and timely completion of audit assignments.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Attainment of or in the process of attaining specific functional licenses or certifications in area of specialty if applicable (CIA, CPA, CISA, CGAP COSO etc.)
• Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with the MTA’s collective bargaining procedures.
• Progress towards at least one certification preferred and/or graduate degree in business-related areas desired.
• Professional image and manner are essential in business operations.
• Must be able and willing to work throughout the MTA service area, often working on audit projects for considerable time away from “normal” office.

Other Information

May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)

Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.

According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.

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.