Cobb EMC has an exciting opportunity for a Internal Auditor who will execute all phases of assigned internal audits and compliance assessments including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and monitoring status of recommendations. Leverage technology to conduct assigned continuous auditing, data analysis, and compliance oversight. Assist with other department activities to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance of Cobb EMC and its subsidiaries.

Schedule: Monday- Friday 8am-5pm (Hybrid- 3 days in the office, 2 days remote)

Benefits:  

• Company paid Health Insurance Premiums!
• Insurance is effective your first day of employment
• Retirement Security Pension plan!
• Automatic 7% Company paid contribution to 401k with additional matching!
• Annual Bonus Program!
• Tuition and Certification reimbursement!
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To learn more about Cobb EMC visit our website at www.cobbemc.com

What you will be doing:

Internal Audit
• Conduct assigned internal audits in accordance with the Internal Audit Charter, IIA Global Standards, ISACA Code of Professional Ethics and COBIT framework and internal audit department procedures, to include documentation reviews, interviews, observations, surveys, data analysis and other appropriate testing methods.
• Write audit findings which consider criteria, condition, cause, and effect, and result in actionable recommendations to management to address the findings.
• Verbally present audit findings to auditee in a positive and constructive manner.
• Write draft audit reports which clearly summarize findings and recommendations.
• Follow protocols to maintain documentation of audit workpapers to include testing conducted, evidence reviewed, completed reports, and correspondence related to such reports.
• Monitor the status of audit recommendations to assess if they are implemented by management in a timely manner.
• Use corporate systems and business intelligence tools to maintain and improve the continuous auditing and fraud monitoring programs.
• Support supervisor in driving continuous improvement in modernizing the internal audit function by leveraging technology, including creating dashboards, building audit analytics and automating routine testing and identifying opportunities to use data-driven tools that improve audit efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist in preparing the annual risk assessment and internal audit plan.
• Assist with execution of a quality assurance and improvement program for the internal audit function.
• Assist with tracking or validating key financial ratios and other performance indicators for Cobb EMC and Gas South.
• Occasionally attend meetings with senior management and/or Audit Committee of the Board of Directors to discuss internal audit activities and results.
• Support supervisor in conducting periodic training or education to foster risk and controls awareness.
• As assigned, represent internal audit department in an advisory fashion on corporate project teams.
• Keep informed of internal audit best practices, and business and industry changes affecting Cobb EMC and Gas South.
• Assist with other internal audits, compliance, monitoring, and risk management activities as assigned.

Compliance

• Identify potential areas of compliance risk.
• Identify areas of potential coordination for internal audits and compliance assurance activities.
• Assist with compliance assurance and monitoring activities as assigned.
• Support supervisor in training or education programs for employees on compliance obligations.
• Keep informed of applicable laws and regulation changes affecting Cobb EMC.

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field
• Minimum of five years audit, compliance, or other analysis experience, or three years’ experience in internal audit, compliance, risk management or analysis with an advanced degree..
• Working experience with Microsoft business intelligence and productivity tools such as Power BI, Planner and Forms.
• Internal Audit Practitioner designation in progress to obtain within 6 months or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) in progress to obtain within two years of hire.

SKILLS

• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical skills; ability to study trends in the operation of a utility and recommend improvements.
• Effective interpersonal, conflict management, organizing, and planning skills.
• Proficient at researching and synthesizing information.
• Effective project management skills: ability to prioritize effectively, multi-task and meet competing deadlines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient working independently with limited direction and guidance.
• Ability to appropriately hand confidential information.
• Possess valid Georgia driver’s license

PREFERRED:
Previous utility industry and/or cooperative experience.
Familiarity with the Institute of Internal Auditors Global Standards, COSO, IT general controls and COBIT frameworks.
Experience creating audit programs, performing audit testing, and writing reports.
Experience researching, reading and applying corporate and regulatory standards.
Familiarity with cybersecurity risks and mitigation.
Obtained Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) designation.

CORE Values:

Put People First

Care, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences. 

Stay Safe

No shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each other

Innovate

Embrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution. 

Own It

Own your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning. 

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