Career Opportunities: Audit Manager (1982)

Requisition ID 1982 - Posted  - United States - Texas - Houston, Texas (USA) - Aramco Americas Company

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Aramco Americas Company

Audit Manager (1833)

Internal Audit Operations Staff - Houston, TX - Full Time

OVERVIEW:

Directs the operations of the Audit Division, which encompasses Internal Audit, Special Investigations, and other advisory or consulting engagements.  Is responsible for a program of audits to verify and evaluate the Company's financial and operating controls.  Is also responsible for investigation of fraud and misappropriation and evaluation of computer security.  Coordinates external audit examination of AACO's financial statements.

SCOPE:

Responsible, under the general direction of the Chief Audit Executive, for internal and special audits of the Aramco Americas Company and its subsidiaries, which has about 500 employees, an annual operating budget of about $80 million and revenues of about $2.5 billion.  Prepares reports to AACO management, and to the Board Audit Committee as necessary, to inform them of the status of controls in the Company and to help managers achieve their objectives.  Acts independently on auditing matters and receives only general guidance from the Vice President/Manager - Finance.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Performs all managerial functions common to the Division Head level
• Develops audit schedules for the Company.
• Coordinates the examination of the Company's financial statements by external auditors.
• Reviews and approves the purpose, scope, and approach for each audit or special investigation.
• Directs the preparation of reports of audit findings and recommendations that allow management to take appropriate action.
• Reviews and evaluates all formal replies to audit reports to determine whether proposed corrective actions adequately respond to the audit findings and recommendations.  If not, suggests additional measures that might be taken.
• Develops and advises management on internal controls and audit procedures, fraud investigation procedures, and control of computer security.
• Keeps informed of changes in Company policies and procedures.  Keeps abreast of current developments in audit and investigative procedures including EDP auditing and computer security.  Advises Company management of the impact of these changes and developments.
• Directs fraud and criminal investigations and the preparation of case information to pass to investigative and police agencies.
• Coordinates the development of special investigations with the Law Department and Security, especially in cases where the impact could be Company wide.
• Directs conduct of background investigations.
• Directs computer security investigations and analyses.
• Coordinates Company computer security activities and promotes computer security guidelines and procedures.
• Coordinates with Saudi Aramco Auditing on activities requiring worldwide audit coverage.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or other business-related field.  In addition, highly desirable for incumbent to have one of the following:  Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Ten to twelve years (10-12) experience in accounting, auditing, or a related field, of which five years in a supervisory capacity.  A minimum of six years in public or internal auditing is mandatory.  Formalized investigative training by a recognized national agency desirable.
• Must be able to communicate and comprehend accurately, clearly and concisely in English at a level required to perform the job as outlined.
• Professional knowledge of auditing and fraud investigation work.  Must possess good work habits, a strong work ethic, and be able to adhere to company work hours, policies, and standard business etiquette.

NO THIRD-PARTY CANDIDATES ACCEPTED

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