Conducts audits of the financial, management, and administrative procedures of assigned divisions, providers, departments, and various lines of businesses throughout the organization to ensure that procedures are in compliance.
Audits include interviewing key personnel, conducting testing, evaluating internal controls, analyzing existing financial and management practices to determine effectiveness, and reviewing relevant documentation to support findings.
Develops detailed reports on each audit conducted.
Reports include a review of findings and an identification of recommendation to correct any deficiencies and methods for improvement to processes.
Conducts testing of corrective actions as identified.
Conducts special audit studies for management, such as those required to discover controls for prevention of fraud.
Prepares reports of finding and recommendations for management.
Assists other auditors in completing their assignments as a means of maximizing audit efficiency and thus reducing lost time and involvement of corporate personnel.

Bachelor's in a job related field
No previous work experience required
Knowledge of the principles and practices of auditing
Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of financial data
Ability to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations for analyzed data
Ability to gather information by examining records and documents and interviewing individuals
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally with persons at all levels
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written form
Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
Required Software and Tools: Microsoft Office
Preferred Licenses and Certificates: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Cost Accountant – Entry Level

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