Sr IT Auditor

Our Company

We care about helping people. Our purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. Our associates feel a sense of belonging in an inclusive place with an amazing history and a sharp focus on our future. Our connected culture is who we are and how we work together to achieve our strategies, accelerate our transformation, and achieve extraordinary results. It's an exciting time to be a part of H&R Block!
What you'll do...

Work Environment:

Standard Office Environment

Special Physical Requirements:

Negligible

Travel:

Less than 5% of the time

Provide professional audit work, individually or as a team leader, in conducting reviews of assigned organizational activities in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, the Global Internal Audit Standards, and department standards. Plan and execute corporate information technology (IT) audit projects designed to provide assessment of internal control processes and operational performance, in accordance with department and professional standards. Demonstrate and apply a thorough understanding of complex information systems. Prepare and review audit work papers and reports documenting the result of reviews of assigned activities and recommended management action. Use knowledge of the current IT environment and industry IT trends to identify potential issues and risks. Develop and maintain a strong rapport with key operating and corporate associates. Promote organizational confidence in the value and integrity of audit services.

• Assist in the development and execution of a comprehensive corporate audit plan based upon risk assessment, management's goals and objectives, and the requirements of the Board Audit Committee. Identify potential audit areas, assist with assessing the degree of inherent risk, and estimate the time and skills required to complete audit projects.
• Perform or assist in performing audits of the Corporation on a worldwide basis in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (as set forth by the AICPA), the Global Internal Audit Standards (as set forth by the IIA) and department standards. Includes:
• Prepare detailed plans for performing individual audits including identification of key risks and controls, determination of audit objectives and development of an appropriate audit program. Recommend the necessary staff and budget to complete the project.
• Perform audit activity in a professional manner. Obtain, analyze and appraise evidentiary data for use in forming an objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and efficiency of operations.
• Prepare audit work papers in accordance with department and professional standards which document all audit procedures, findings and recommendations.
• Direct, counsel and instruct other team members assigned to the project and reviews their work for sufficiency of scope and adequacy of documentation.
• Lead or assist in the preparation and review of audit findings with members of operating management. Explore alternative courses of action for correcting control weaknesses, resolve operating problems or improving performance and prepare recommendations.
• Analyze the adequacy of actions initiated or proposed by management to implement or improve internal controls or improve operational effectiveness.
• Prepare audit reports designed to provide operating and corporate management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors with an objective assessment of systems, processes and operations, and management's planned corrective actions.
• Analyze the adequacy of internal control for systems under development through participation in System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) projects.
• Through direct contact, develop and maintain a strong rapport with key operating and corporate associates. Promote organizational confidence in the value and integrity of audit services. Participate in professional associations and maintain relationships with counterparts in other companies, in order to stay abreast of professional technical trends and techniques.
• Perform special assignments, studies and special projects assigned by the Vice President of Internal Audit.
• Assist in the selection and/or development of audit software tools.

What you'll bring to the team...

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or the equivalent through a combination of education and related work experience.

Work Experience:

• A minimum of 4 years operational IT or audit experience in an environment that provides exposure to sophisticated information systems audit techniques, network security, technology infrastructure, software development, project management, or a related field for which Internal Audit has a need. Equivalent experience in an IT technical capacity is acceptable in lieu of direct audit experience.
• Proficiency With Pc Productivity Tools (I.E., Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology and Accepted Auditing Standards (Global Internal Audit Standards).
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills suitable for all levels of management. Ability to negotiate and inspire effective, timely, proactive or corrective action by management.
• Exceptional oral and written communications skills required for objective, succinct articulation of control weaknesses, opportunities for improvement and recommendations.
• Demonstrate leadership skills including the ability to successfully manage projects, motivate other audit associates, and inspire collaboration.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently while contributing to the success of the team.
• Demonstrate ability to analyze and make control recommendations for complex information systems (i.e. multiple-platform security, etc.).

It would be even better if you also had...

• Certification as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and/or specific to the information technology industry such as a Certified Network Engineer, Certified Security Professional, or other certification for which Internal Audit has a need.
• Qualified candidates without a certification are required to achieve certification within 24 months of start.

Why work for us

Since 1955, we have been leaders in tax preparation, financial services, and small business solutions. With 70,000 associates and 9,000 retail tax locations across North America, Australia, Ireland, and India, we have helped millions of clients and countless communities. If you embrace challenges as opportunities, value winning as a team, and seek to make a meaningful difference, join us on our journey. You'll reap the rewards of helping others along with competitive compensation and benefits to support your health and well-being.

Specific benefits may vary based on your role. For detailed eligibility requirements and benefits information, visit blockbenefits.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer: H&R Block does not tolerate discrimination based on a person's race, color, religion, ancestry, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and sex-based stereotypes and transgender status), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, service in the Armed Forces, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship status or any other status protected by law.
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