Senior Internal Auditor

at Liberty Utilities in Girard, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Senior Internal Auditor

LU Service Corp.

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Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

Reporting to the Manager, Internal Audit, this position is responsible for supporting the planning and conducting of financial and operational audits while working closely with functional business teams across the organization. Where required, participate in testing the design and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), assessing the efficiency of operations, evaluating findings and providing recommendations, performing data analytics, documentation and reporting results.

This role works closely with functional business teams across the organization.

Accountabilities

+ Performs financial, operational and compliance related audit engagements including planning, fieldwork, recommendations, client interactions, follow-ups and reporting.

+ Documents work performed to department standards and IIA Professional Practice standards.

+ Supports drafting of audit reports and findings and recommendations discussions with auditees

+ Helps prepare audit programs and related schedules and follow-up with business process owners to ensure audit findings are addressed on a timely basis.

+ Supports ICFR testing efforts – create control testing scripts, complete field work, perform testing procedures, and document results to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls.

+ Assists IT general controls (ITGCs) testing to better understand various IT applications, risks and controls.

+ Provides feedback to functional teams to ensure good internal controls are maintained.

+ Develops recommendations on enhancement of internal controls.

+ Participate in department strategy working groups to drive efficiencies including use of digital tools, streamlining processes and documentation, performance metrics, analytics, indicators and dashboards.

+ Communicates effectively with all appropriate operational departments to build strong working relationships with stakeholders

+ Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

Education and Experience

+ At least 3 years of internal audit and internal controls testing experience;

+ Undergraduate degree in accounting or a business-related field is required;

+ An excellent command of English, both spoken and written, is a must.

+ CPA, CA, ACCA, CGA, CISA, CIA or CMA are preferred but not required.

+ Experience in power and utilities industry is a big plus;

+ Solid understanding of internal control frameworks is required (COSO required, COBIT is a plus);

+ Ability to work independently as well as demonstrate good team-work;

+ Ability to multi-task, attention to detail, strong analytical skills, healthy professional skepticism;

+ Committed to ongoing learning activities, good attitude to increasing responsibilities;

+ Excellent communication skills (oral, written and presentation) and high level of diplomacy;

+ Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);

+ Data analytics, SAP experience a plus.

What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience. You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

+ Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage & a 401K plan with a 5% match, effective day one

+ Annual bonus and merit increase eligibility

+ Life insurance, and short-term & long-term disability

+ Employee Stock Purchase Program

+ Free Employee Assistance Program & Headspace account

+ 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick days, 12 paid company holidays, & 3 paid volunteer days

+ Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, & reimbursement for certification costs

+ Reward