Black Hills Energy Looking for Senior Internal Auditor at Denver, CO  Full Time

Job Specifications

The Senior Auditor identifies risk exposure and evaluates processes and controls related to financial, compliance and operational reporting, effectiveness of operations, and reliability and integrity of information systems and data.

SALARY RANGE: $82.550 – $123,800 (Determined by the knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant.)

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Internal Audit Senior Manager

LOCATION: This position may be located in Denver, Colorado or our corporate headquarters located in Rapid City, South Dakota.

• Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Understand and align with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ standards and department standards (Internal Audit Manual).
• Understand and document basic and complex business processes, risks, and controls with minimal assistance and oversight. Understand interrelationships and dependencies between business processes and functions, both internal and external to the company, and the associated impact on the effectiveness of the control environment with some assistance and oversight.
• Identify and detail inherent and residual business risk.
• Design and execute efficient and effective methods to test controls (manual and systematic); including appropriate sample selection.
• Document audit results in audit work papers that are comprehensive, clear, concise, and organized in compliance with department standards.
• Report audit results to management with some assistance and oversight (verbal and written presentation).
• Manage less-complex audit projects and direct and monitor the work of teammates including reviewing work papers and providing relevant and appropriate feedback to fellow auditors.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships to facilitate the objectives of the Internal Audit Department and to achieve the vision of the department.
• Collaborate and share knowledge with coworkers and clients.
• Have a continuous improvement mentality and look for opportunities to simply and streamline Internal Audit Department processes and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum (3) three years of risk-based audit experience, accounting or other relevant experience required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems
• Required certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of employment is one of the following certifications: CISA, CISM, CISSP, CPA, or CIA.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), automated accounting systems, and internal control principles.
• Understanding of the Committee of Sponsoring Organization (COSO) Integrated Internal Controls Framework.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organization and analytical skills.
• Quick learner – ability to absorb new information quickly.
• Flexibility / adaptability – must be flexible to changes in assignments with short notice to assist the department in accomplishing shared objectives and goals.
• Problem solving / decision making / judgment – able to assess information, identify objectives and develop action plans to accomplish those objectives.
• Teamwork – ability to work as part of a group to accomplish shared objectives and goals.
• Confidentiality – maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive information.
• Initiative / motivation – demonstrate enthusiasm on the job and a willingness to accept job responsibilities and new assignments.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit for more information.

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