Auditor/ Sr. Auditor

Job Announcement No:26-076

Vacant Position(s): 1

Department: Compliance & Organizational Effectiveness

Applications Accepted through Sunday, May 17, 2026

Salary Range: SEE BELOW

Grade: SEE BELOW

Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Flexible)

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Auditing and/or the Senior Auditor; the Auditor performs financial, operational and information system audits to determine compliance with company, government, and contract requirements and assists in the evaluation of the effectiveness of internal controls.  The Senior Auditor is responsible for evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.  The Senior Auditor is also expected to provide assistance and direction to the Auditor(s) in the performance of their duties and responsibilities. 

Essential Functions:

Auditor:

• Audits records of departments and interviews associates to ensure the accurate recording of transactions and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Identifies, inspects, and documents systems of business process controls through interviews, documents, questionnaires, manuals, and publications.
• Prepares process maps of systems and determines the reliability of data and compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations by testing key control points.
• Performs substantive tests on financial and operational data to assist in the assessment of the effectiveness of controls, the accuracy of financial records, and the efficiency of operations.
• Examines department activities for compliance with Charleston Water System plans and policies.
• Assesses the proper accountability of assets by conducting periodic inventories.
• Analyzes data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud, or lack of compliance with laws, government regulations, and management policies or procedures.
• Prepares work papers, schedules and summaries.
• Prepares audit reports on findings; issues opinions on whether the audited department is functioning in accordance with organizational policies and procedures; and when appropriate, recommends improvements in systems of internal control.
• Assists in conducting special studies for management.

Senior Auditor:

• Maintains a commitment to the highest professional standards including independence, integrity, perseverance and confidentiality.
• Develops the audit scope, performs audit procedures, and prepares audit reports.
• Applies knowledge of internal control concepts in order to plan, perform, manage, and report on the evaluation of various business processes, areas, and functions.  Recommends improvements in systems of internal control.
• Assesses organizational risks and assists the Director of Compliance and Audit Services with development of a risk based annual audit plan.
• Examines and interprets policies, procedures, laws, government regulations and accounting and auditing principles.
• Manages the internal audit process acting as the Auditor-In-Charge.  Prepares audit programs, work papers, schedules and summaries.  Performs follow up audit procedures on the status of outstanding audit issues.
• Promotes operational efficiencies and encourages adherence to organizational objectives and managerial policies.
• Appraises the effectiveness of internal controls and the reliability of data.  Reports findings and recommendations to management.
• Evaluates the sufficiency and adherence to internal policies/procedures and regulatory compliance.
• Analyzes data and performs substantive tests to assess the effectiveness of controls, the accuracy of financial records and the efficiency of operations. 
• Reviews audit projects for evidence of extravagance, fraud or lack of compliance with laws, government regulations, and management policies and procedures. 
• Examines and evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of information systems, identifies weaknesses, and recommends enhancements.
• Inspects, identifies, and documents systems of business process controls through interviews, documents, questionnaires, manuals, and publications.
• Prepares process maps of systems.  Determines the reliability of data and compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations by testing key control points.
• Presents written findings and recommendations to the Director of Compliance and Audit Services and issues opinions on whether the audited department is functioning in accordance with laws, government regulations, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Assesses the proper accountability of assets and ensures the safeguarding of assets by conducting periodic inventories.
• Assists in special projects and investigations at the request of management.
• Provides assistance to external auditors as needed to enhance the overall audit process.

Both:

• Regular attendance is required.
• Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures.
• Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System Policy and Procedures.

Additional Duties

• May be required to serve on boards, committees or projects for Charleston Water System related activities or community organizations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• See below.

AUDITOR:

Salary Range: $70,054.40 ($33.68/hr) - $108,596.80 ($52.21/hr)

The candidate demonstrating the following abilities may be placed at a Grade 110:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science or related field with courses in Accounting Theory, Business Law, and Auditing Techniques with a minimum of two (2) years’ business experience. Or a combination of relevant education and experience to include a business-related engineering or computer science associate’s degree and five (5) years relevant experience in auditing. 
• Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Knowledge of the Internal Auditor Code of Ethics
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing concepts, techniques, terminology and procedures used in the organization.
• Working knowledge of Windows-based software applications.

• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

• CISA, CIA, CPA, or CMA professional certification is preferred.
• CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) Level 2 certification required within 2 years of hire. 

Senior AUDITOR:

Salary Range: $78,457.60 ($37.72/hr) - $121,617.60 ($58.47/hr)

The candidate demonstrating the following abilities may be placed at a Grade 111:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science or related field with courses in Accounting Theory, Business Law, and Auditing Techniques with a minimum of five (5) years business experience, two (2) of which must be in auditing, accounting or closely related field.  Or a combination of relevant education and experience to include a business-related engineering or computer science associates degree and 8 years relevant experience in auditing.
• Progressive and diverse experience to include knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, knowledge of the Internal Auditor Code of Ethics, and knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Windows-based software applications.

• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

• CISA, CIA, CPA, or CMA professional certification or other preferred as approved by the Director.  Active certifications in progress may be considered.

Training Needs:

• OSHA and Departmental safety training as required.
• Skills Based Training.
• Standard Operating Instruction (SOI) per department requirements.
• ISO 14001 standards for department and company.
• See Department Competency and Training Matrix for this position.

Potential Career Path:

ELIGIBILITY FOR PROMOTION TO VARIOUS POSITIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMISSION DEPENDS UPON INDIVIDUAL QUALIFICATIONS, AND NOTED JOB PROGRESSIONS ARE NO GUARANTEE OF CAREER PATH TO THESE OR ANY OTHER JOB(S) AT THE COMMISSION.

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