This role will either be filled at the Internal Auditor I, II, or Senior level, depending on candidate qualifications.
Overview
The Internal Auditor plans and conducts risk-based financial, operational, compliance, and advisory engagements that provide independent, objective assurance to Chelan County PUD. This position evaluates governance, risk management, and internal controls to support the District's strategic goals, protect assets, improve operations, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and District policies. Working collaboratively across the organization, the Internal Auditor develops practical recommendations that strengthen business processes and promote continuous improvement. Depending on the level, the position performs audits of increasing complexity, contributes to annual audit planning, and may lead complex engagements, mentor staff, and provide technical guidance.
Reports To
Manager - Internal Audit / Auditor
Overtime exemption
Exempt
Responsibilities
- Plan, conduct, and report on risk-based financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
- Evaluate governance, internal controls, and risk management processes while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance, and operational performance.
- Develop audit findings and practical recommendations, communicate results to management and the Audit Committee, and monitor corrective action plans.
- Review District expenditures for compliance with applicable RCWs, District policies, and established procedures.
- Collaborate with departments on policy development, internal controls, risk assessments, and special projects that strengthen organizational effectiveness.
- Support the District's annual risk assessment and audit planning process; Senior-level incumbents also lead complex audits, mentor staff, and provide technical guidance
Qualifications:
Internal Auditor I:
- Bachelor's Degree (B.S., B.A.) in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration from a four-year college or university is required.
- Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
- 1 year experience assisting or leading the planning, conducting and/or reporting of formal audit processes is required.
- Experience applying knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditor’s International Professional Practices Framework (Red Book) or GAO’s Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book) is preferred.
- Experience in one of the following: Government or Public Utility auditing, State Audit, Internal Auditing preferred.
Internal Auditor II:
- Bachelor's Degree (B.S., B.A.) in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration from a four-year college or university is required.
- Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
- 4+ years in the planning, conducting and reporting of formal audit processes is required.
- Experience in one of the following: Government or Public Utility auditing, State Auditor, Internal Auditing preferred.
- Experience applying knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditor’s International Professional Practices Framework (Red Book) or GAO’s Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book) is preferred.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is preferred.
- Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) is preferred.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is preferred.
- Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) is preferred
Internal Auditor Senior:
- Bachelor's Degree (B.S., B.A.) in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration from a four-year college or university is required.
- Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
- 6+ years experience in planning, conducting and reporting of formal audit processes is required.
- Experience in the following: Government or Public Utility auditing, State Auditor, Internal auditing preferred.
- Experience applying knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditor’s International Professional Practices Framework (Red Book) or GAO’s Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book) is preferred.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is preferred.
- Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) is preferred.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is preferred.
- Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) is preferred.
Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of audit methodologies, governance, risk management, internal controls, and applicable auditing standards.
- Ability to analyze complex information, identify root causes, assess risks, and develop practical solutions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present audit findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.
- Ability to establish trusted partnerships across the organization while maintaining independence and objectivity. Effectively manage multiple audits, priorities, deadlines, and competing demands.
- Demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, confidentiality, and ethical decision-making while handling sensitive information.
District Values
- Trust - We act with integrity, empathy, competence, and transparency, earning the confidence and respect of each other and the public we serve.
- Safety - We protect what matters most through the choices we make.
- Stewardship - We responsibly manage and thoughtfully oversee all resources entrusted to us for the benefit of future generations.
- Collaboration - We transform our deep expertise from individual advantage into shared power - partnering across teams to maximize our impact and secure our future.
- Courage - We boldly step into the unknown to do what matters, seeking opportunities to grow and lead.
BACKGROUND SCREENING
Pursuant to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCIDSS), Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel granted rights to access customer credit or debit card holder data or the data environment.
DISCLAIMER
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
As part of its recruiting process, Chelan PUD may engage a third-party vendor to perform previous employment verification, education verification, and reference checking.
EEO
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.
EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish.
Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $69,840.00 - $128,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
