Senior Internal Auditor

Description

Job Overview

The primary responsibility of the Senior Auditor is to plan, supervise and perform assigned audits and special projects in diverse and complex operational and functional areas, working independently but under the direction of the Internal Audit Manager.  All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental policies, practices, and procedures.

Purpose

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan, perform, supervise, and coordinate the completion of assigned audits of a moderately complex nature in accordance with approved audit programs and departmental and professional standards in established timeframes.
• Assist in establishing risk-based audit work programs to effectively evaluate operations, based on best practices, regulatory requirements, and the operating environment.
• Observe and examine transactions, documents, records, reports, and procedures to provide a basis for the audit opinion; prepare audit workpapers recording and summarizing data pertinent to assigned audits. 
• Identify and recommend opportunities to increase efficiency and effectiveness of operations while maintaining adequate controls to safeguard company assets.
• Assist in the preparation of formal reports covering the results of audits and present findings to management.
• Perform follow-up procedures to ensure agreed upon action plans have been implemented by management as directed.
• Assist with training of staff members in internal audit techniques, organizational issues, and departmental procedures and protocols.
• Maintain excellent client relations while timely communicating issues, concerns, and recommendations to management clients. Assist other internal auditors in maintaining excellent client relationships.
• Demonstrate teamwork by responsively cooperating with internal audit management and engagement team members in promptly communicating issues and concerns as they relate to audit assignments, sharing information and ideas about the general operation of the department, accepting constructive feedback, and accepting additional assignments when appropriate.
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements and professional standards.
• Possess a working knowledge of all department and company policies and procedures and Rules of Conduct.
• Render advice, and provide expertise or judgment based on information gathered, studied, analyzed or reviewed.
• Determine timeline to complete tasks, department assignments, or projects, and meet the deadlines related to those assignments while maintaining service and/or product quality.
• Direct audit assignments from the planning stage through final report issuance.
• Participate in departmental initiatives and projects under the direction of Internal Audit leadership to develop a world-class internal audit function.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements (Please Ensure You Meet The Listed Requirements Prior To Applying)

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within 6 months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Associate’s Degree in Related field– required

• OR Two (2) years’ Supervisory experience– required
• OR One (1) year experience as a Dual-Rate Supervisor in a PCI Gaming Department– required
• OR Two (2) years’ experience in the hiring position’s Department– required

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting, Business, or Finance– required
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience conducting internal audits according to established controls, auditing standards, and regulatory requirements as an internal auditor within a company or external auditor with an accounting or auditing firm– required
• Two (2) years of experience auditing operations for compliance with internal controls and regulations in a casino offering, at a minimum, both slots and tables games – preferred
• Certification in at least one of the following:  CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE is preferred. 
• Prior experience at a Big Four public accounting firm experience desirable.
• Knowledge of local Gaming Board regulations a plus.
• Prior experience auditing IT General Controls a plus.
• Must have some supervisory experience and proven project management skills.
• Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; AuditBoard or other electronic workpapers and data analytics experience a plus.
• Must be a self-starter, work independently, and have well-developed analytical, interpersonal, and English communication (both written and verbal) skills.
• Must possess high ethical standards, level of commitment and ability to cope with complexity and change. 
• Physical ability to access all areas of the property.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude toward work and interface with guests in a friendly and polite manner.
• Ability to address stressful situations with clients with dignity and the utmost tact and politeness.
• Must be able to work with others, communicate well and receive direction when needed to achieve department goals and objectives.
• Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have a valid and current State Driver’s License and an insurable driving record for purposes of driving company vehicles as required
• Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position

• Pay range - $77,200.00 - $95,300.00 (The base pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.)
• Voluntary full-time benefit offerings include the following - group medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as access to a flexible spending account (FSA) option. We also offer Employee Assistant Program (EAP), paid time off, 401K with matching, shift differential, and discretionary quarterly bonuses.