ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Audit Plan Execution: Ensure the development and successful execution of a comprehensive, risk-based audit plan to assess compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, identifying and mitigating risks
- Compliance Monitoring: Regularly monitor and evaluate adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies, providing recommendations
- Process Improvement: Identify operational inefficiencies, redundancies, and opportunities for process improvement, collaborate with stakeholders to implement changes, and monitor outcomes
- Financial Reporting Integrity: Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, monitoring compliance with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP), internal policies, and identifying risks while reviewing financial transactions, budgets, and forecasts
- Team Leadership: Lead, develop, and mentor the internal audit team, fostering a risk-aware, high-performance culture through coaching, training, and professional development
- Stakeholder Communication: Provide clear, concise audit reports to the Board and senior management, effectively communicate findings, risks, and recommendations, and maintain open lines of communication with external auditors and regulatory bodies
Education/Experience:
- BS in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related required; Master's degree preferred
- CPA, CIA, or equivalent preferred
- Minimum 8-10 years of internal audit or relevant experience; 5 years in a management role
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting standards
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proven experience in leading and motivating others
- Strong working knowledge of Massachusetts government agencies and state laws and regulations
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