Job Description

We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,300 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve. Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day!

Pay Grade

15*

*Qualifications may warrant placement at a different job level.

Deadline to Apply: September 29, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. CST

Position Summary

Performs internal audit activities designed to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of policies, procedures, standards, controls, performance and objectives. Functions in an analytical capacity. Coordinates all activities related to an audit, including leading the development and execution of test steps to assess the accuracy and effectiveness of business processes and reporting results to management.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and conducts internal audits.
• Identifies and evaluates the effectiveness of controls of business operations and related information systems. 
• Designs tests of controls. 
• Performs engagement risks assessments, establishes audit objectives, and creates audit programs with appropriate test procedures.
• Assists the business in determining risks and controls as well as impacts of those activities.
• Provides detail workpapers which documents results of executed test procedures.
• Collects and analyzes data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, inefficiencies, fraud or non-compliance with laws, regulations and management policies. 
• Prepares and presents formal oral and written reports on audit findings.
• Collaborates and communicates with multiple levels of the organization on identified risks, internal controls, audit findings and closure meetings.
• Inspects account books and accounting systems or information systems for efficiency, effectiveness and use of accepted accounting or information system procedures. 
• Examines records and interviews workers to ensure recording of transactions and compliance with laws and regulations. 
• Examines and evaluates financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity. 
• Evaluates whether the organization’s objectives are reflected in its management activities. 
• Recommends process improvements for the department and organizational units which are audited.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Relative experience in auditing, accounting, business or IT concepts.

Knowledge of process improvement methodologies.

Understands internal audit standards, audit governance and internal control frameworks.

Performs work at own direction or with minimal support.

Ability to manage multiple projects or audits.

Demonstrates knowledge of internal control and risk assessment concepts.

Proficient in MS Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Well-developed written and oral communication skills.

Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization up to including C-Suite executives.

Ability to make recommendations and independent decisions.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Ability to meet goals and objectives with minimal direct supervision.

Ability to track, manage, and execute projects effectively and efficiently.

Ability to summarize audit findings and prepare audit report.

Professionally and effectively facilitate meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, or other related certification (Willingness to pursue certification)
• Working knowledge of sampling techniques
• Awareness of process improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean, Focus, PDCA, 4DX, etc)
• Experience with Process Mapping / Flowcharting
• Experienced auditor

Competencies

Communicates Effectively

Acting as a Champion for Change

Acting with Integrity

Driving Continuous Improvement

Demonstrating Self-Insight and Awareness

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Management, Information Systems, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field OR Proven working experience may be used in lieu of degree.

Required Certifications

Working Environment

Indoor work, operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, repetitive motion. Occasionally work is performed outdoors, such as inventory observations or observation of field or plant operations.

Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer and calculator. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business related events. Overnight travel may be required.

Physical Demands

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.

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