Lead Auditor

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Introduction:

Internal Audit provides a remarkable opportunity for team members to understand Calpine's business, processes, people and technology. The scope of our efforts spans across all aspects of Calpine's business, from governance and financial management through business operations and customer interaction.

Position Summary:

Internal Auditors can expect to participate on projects that cover a wide range of topics, in areas significant to Company objectives, while interacting with various levels of management. Internal Auditors work closely with the business owners using our expertise to support Calpine in matters related to operations, finance, information technology, business improvements, governance, risk management, and controls.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reports to the Audit Manager;
• Responsible for conducting and documenting audits from planning to reporting. This includes performing a risk assessment, designing effective audit steps/tests, reviewing work of others, performing audit procedures and presenting issues to various levels of management;
• Audits the accounting and statistical data of various departments, divisions and locations in order to verify accuracy in compliance with plans, policies and procedures prescribed by management;
• Responsible for conducting and documenting audit projects in a variety of areas with an emphasis on operational, and financial audits;
• Evaluates business processes, procedures, policies and internal controls and identifies factors causing deficiencies;
• Evaluates internal controls and designs and conducts tests;
• Assists in the implementation and support of a continuous auditing program;
• Oversees and/or performs Data Analytics including complex analysis, dashboard report and exception reporting;
• Documents all work according to standards consistent with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF);
• Communicates clearly, concisely, and accurately using professional oral and written communications with all levels of management;
• Prepares and submits reports of audit results including making recommendations on matters of significance and follows up on audit recommendations to ensure implementation;
• Assist Internal Audit management with administrative duties of the department; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Portfolio of Assignments: (estimated)

• SOX/Compliance: 10% - 15%
• Operational & Financial Audits: 65% - 75%
• Consulting/Other Projects: 5% - 10%

Qualifications and Experience:

• Six to eight years internal audit experience (or equivalent)- one year of operational audit experience;
• Ability to work independently, with limited required direction and guidance, and provide appropriate direction to other internal audit project team members;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, to effectively present to peers and management;
• Strong analytical skills to analyze complex and inconsistent data;
• Understanding of internal auditing standards, COSO and risk assessment practices;
• Exposure to Electronic Work papers (e.g. TeamMate);
• Knowledge of the following: Microsoft Office Applications, Windows, or Data Analysis Tools;
• Experience with Data Analytics, Advanced Excel and Business Intelligence tools (i.e. Microsoft Power BI, Cognos, Tableau) (Preferred); and
• Prior industry experience is a plus.

Education and Training:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a combination
• Master's Degree (Preferred)
• Professional certification such as CIA or CPA, (Required)

Travel:

• Ability to travel domestically: 25%

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

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