Internal Auditor

The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission is seeking a skilled Internal Auditor to work in our Audit & Internal Controls Department at our Administration Building in Berea, Ohio.

If you are interested in working with us, here is some of what we can offer you:

• Salary range for this position is $68,300.44 - $82,890.08 commensurate with experience.
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Benefits with employee contributions
• Company paid Life, Optional Life, AD&D, and Supplemental Insurance offered
• Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan participation
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Complimentary Parking

The Ohio Turnpike & Infrastructure Commission provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs or assists the Director of Audit and Internal Controls and Senior Internal Auditor in the performance of varied routine and non-routine procedures including payroll audits, non-revenue audits, review of accounts payable reports, concessionaire audits, toll plaza cash audits, bank reconciliations, inventories of equipment and materials, and other audits as assigned.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance processes.
• Conduct detailed audits of departments, ensuring adherence to financial standards.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with findings and suggestions for improvement.
• Identify and assess financial risks, providing solutions to mitigate them.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory and internal policies.
• Collaborate with management to address and resolve audit findings.
• Conduct follow-up audits to ensure implementation of recommendations.
• Offer guidance on improving operational efficiency across departments.
• Keep informed on industry regulations and trends applicable to our organization.
• Train staff on compliance and internal control best practices.
• Support external auditors by providing necessary documentation.
• Build and maintain professional relationships across the organization.
• Assists in the performance of operational audit procedures, special projects and other various duties as assigned by the Director of Audit and Internal Control.

Major Work Characteristics

• Knowledge of accounting, auditing, internal control systems and risk assessment methods and principles.
• Skill and experience with general ledger systems, financial statements, spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• An ability to develop and carry out, independently or as part of a team, effective audit procedures to verify accuracy and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to dissect vast amounts of data and identify patterns or anomalies.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to compile findings into comprehensive reports and communicate and work effectively with a diverse range of personnel from top executives to field employees.
• Ability to investigate and solve problems, interpret and follow instructions in written, oral or scheduled form and travel along the 241-mile turnpike.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in internal auditing, accounting, or finance.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Unusual Working Conditions

The work environment is typically an office setting; however, some activities require traveling along the 241-mile turnpike for the purpose of carrying out various audit procedures. Certain field audits may require considerable walking, climbing and other types of general physical exertion.