Associate Director, Internal Audit Washington D.

C Save the Children The Associate Director is responsible for agreeing and conducting the assigned work (accounting analysis, audits, financial management reviews or special accounting projects), maintaining currency of the information in the appropriate system, assuring standard quality of audits/reviews performed, and participating in audits/financial reviews. As an auditor and accountant, this person is also responsible for financial accounting and continuous improvement projects, evaluating internal control systems, recommending improvements to internal control system, forensic accounting work, and investigating the impact of fraud. Audits/financial reviews will be conducted for 1) HQ divisions (Westport and Washington (DC)), 2) US Programs operations (field offices, Lexington & DC offices), and 3) any international locations that SCI) cannot audit and requests SCUS to audit. They will also be responsible for networking with SCI to support where necessary and agreed. Assess any potential impact on SCUS funding. The incumbent will be under the administrative supervision of the Senior Director of Internal Audit. This person will not only strive to provide the highest level of professional service but also maintain the highest ethical standards and due professional care in his or her work. Responsibilities The AD is responsible for conducting audits, financial management reviews or special projects, maintaining the currency of the information in the audit system, and maintaining organizational and Alliance relationships. Audits will be conducted for 1) HQ divisions (Westport, CT and Washington DC), 2) US Programs operations (field offices, Lexington & DC offices), and 3) any international locations that Save the Children International (SCI) Global Audit (GA) cannot audit and requests Save the Children US (SCUS) to audit. On occasion, conduct special investigations and analytical projects. As requested by management, work with the external auditors on any identified significant issues, including possibly performing external audit procedures for its annual financial statement and A-133 audits Will also conduct independent appraisals of Accounting and Finance operations in accordance with GAAP, GAAS and Yellow Book requirements. Update and maintain knowledge and skills of internal audit and accounting functions.

Requirements Bachelors Degree in accounting, business or finance. General accounting experience More than 7 years of internal or external audit experience. Must be self-initiating and be able to work independently on routine work assignments. International work experience preferably in developing countries with a NGO or grant related entity. Experience with Sarbannes Oxley procedures preferable Travel up to 50% US Active CPA license or equivalent preferred CIA certification preferred.

Employee Type Full - Time

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