Internal Auditor in Washington, DC

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Overview:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Internal Auditor in Washington, DC.

Position Description:
Conducts internal financial/operational/system audits and risk assessments both domestically and internationally.  Prepares audit plans and understands the specific issues to be evaluated. Executes internal audits within established business process controls. Develops formal written reports to communicate audit results to management and regulatory compliance agencies, if applicable, and makes recommendations as appropriate. May facilitate work of external auditors during on-site visits. May require audit knowledge and skills in finance/accounting and/or information system operations. Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), USAID regulations, OMB Circular A-122 and A-133, and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) may also be required.

Responsibilities:

• Perform financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the company internal audit program.
• Document processes for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, and the adequacy of records and recordkeeping.
• Conduct and demonstrate initiative in follow-up reviews of financial, operational, or regulatory compliance deficiencies noted during audits.
• Report internal audit findings to appropriate management based on the results of regularly scheduled audits, non-scheduled audits, and at any time when issues need to be addressed by management.
• Assist in the Department’s activities with the independent CPA and all applicable regulatory agencies and examiners to best utilize available resources and achieve established objectives.
• May assist in conducting investigations of irregularities discovered by internal and external auditor reviews.
• Applies general knowledge of applicable statutes, regulations, entity/company practices and concepts.
• Familiar with general principles and process involved in conducting an internal audit.
• Familiar with automated financial reporting, government accounting practices, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) systems.
• Initiates and maintains relationships with industry representatives, external auditing firm, co-workers and others.
• Organizes and formats reports to comply with applicable guidelines and provides appropriate documentation to support conclusions.
• Presents oral and written testimony on basic issues.
• Identify and recognize routine or standard problems that have established precedents.  Develop solutions to routine issues and refer non-standard questions and more difficult problems to higher levels.
• Explains basic accounting and internal audit trends and variations from prior periods, budget and/or forecast.
• Resolves basic issues related to internal policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of system functionality to provide answers for financial requests.
• External and internal audit requests are met timely, without outstanding issues.
• Month end closing deadlines and processes are met timely.

 20-30%- Travel required.

Qualifications:

Minimum requirements:

• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
• Bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• 3 - 5 Years of progressively responsible financial analysis experience in an internal audit role.
• Experience in providing outstanding customer service, performing complex activities associated with ensuring compliance with company’s system of internal controls is required. 
• Computerized accounting software experience and proficiency in spreadsheet software required.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear and positive fashion with clients and staff.
• Prior overseas experience and knowledge of foreign languages preferred
• Non-governmental organization (NGO) experience preferred.
• Knowledge of USAID, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) are also required.

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.