Audit Project Leader - PSEG
Bethpage, NY
About the Job
Requisition : 80815
PSEG Company: PSEG Long Island
Salary Range : $ 101,600 - $ 160,900
Incentive : PIP 15%
Work Location Category : Hybrid
PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.
We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.
PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.
Job Summary
Supervise and conduct internal audits, reviews, investigations, and internal controls testing of financial and operational controls within PSEG Long Island. Position requires delivering assurance and advisory services to internal clients on financial and operational control issues. Must exhibit leadership, customer/client focus, strong written and oral communication skills, facilitation skills, negotiation skills, high level of initiative, integrity, and adaptability.
Job Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
In addition to the duties noted below, this position is responsible for keeping abreast with new technologies, standards and best practices, and for assisting the Internal Audit Manager with the annual risk assessment exercise and audit planning process.
_Duties entail:_
+ Perform audits and reviews of key processes and activities in conformance with Global IIA Standards to determine the design and operating effectiveness of PSEG Long Island’s business processes.
+ Conduct walkthroughs and testing of key financial and operational internal controls.
+ Assist in the development of the annual audit plan by undertaking meetings with key stakeholders, assess risks across the organization by using business knowledge and audit best practices, and compile proposed audit topics.
+ Identify significant risks within each operation under review and ensure audit procedures developed are appropriate to address risks.
+ Critically evaluate deficiencies or potential improvements uncovered during audits and reviews, develop workable solutions, and obtain operating management’s concurrence to develop a course of action for issue remediation.
+ Prepare and peer review draft reports containing audit findings with recommendations for improvement opportunities and conduct closing meetings to review observations with audit clients.
+ Remain current on industry strategy, tools, utilities and solutions, auditing standards, best practices, procedures, and reporting.
+ Perform ad hoc audit projects and reviews in response to emerging risks and management requests.
+ Willingness to travel to company locations as needed.
+ Exhibit leadership, strong written and oral communication skills, facilitation skills and negotiation skills.
Job Specific Qualifications
Required
+ Bachelors degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or other related discipline, and a minimum of 5 years financial/operational audit experience. In-lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7 years of financial/operational audit experience.
+ Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
+ Strong analytical and presentation skills.
+ Sound data analytics skills, with the ability to develop and execute complex data analysis routines and interpret results using data analytics.
+ Ability to analyze operations and make sound judgments with limited information.
+ Strong facilitation and negotiation skills.
+ Must display a working knowledge of, and an ability to identify and recommend effective internal controls.
+ Proficiency in accounting and auditing standards.
+ Ability to develop clear, written and oral conclusions/recommendations, and the confidence to communicate findings to all levels of management.
+ Proficient in MS Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Desired Qualifications:
+ Utility industry experience
+ Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
+ Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
+ Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
+ SAP experience
+ TeamMate+ experience
Minimum Years of Experience
5 years of experience
Certifications
Disclaimer
Certain positions at the Company may require you to have access to Part 810-Controlled Information. Under the law, the Company is limited in who it can share this information with and in certain circumstances it is necessary to obtain specific authorization before the Company can share this information. Accordingly, if the position does require access to this information, you must complete a 10 CFR Part 810 Export Control Compliance Nationality Request Form, a copy of which will be provided to you by Talent Acquisition if an offer is made. If there is a need for specific authorization, due to the time it takes to obtain authorization from the government, we will likely not be able to further proceed with an offer.
PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
As an employee of PSEG you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. For employees in federally regulated roles (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations), this also includes random testing. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and/or medically, it is prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role are subject to drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for such a positive result.
PSEG employees must apply for jobs internally through emPower which can be accessed through sharepoint.pseg.com (https://sharepoint.pseg.com/Pages/Home.aspx) by clicking on the emPower icon, then selecting careers. This site is strictly for candidates who are not currently PSEG employees, with the exception of PSEG employees who do not have company email addresses.
PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com . Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
ADDITIONAL EEO/AA INFORMATION _(Click link below)_
Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
Diversity at PSEG: Equal Opportunity Employer
PSEG is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions, including but not limited to, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, training, and/or compensation, on the basis of merit. Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. PSEG's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, the actual sex of the individual, or the gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, including religious dress practices and religious grooming practices, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations.
Need to request an accommodation?
If you have a disability and need assistance submitting your resume, applying for a position or registering for a test, please call 973-430-3845. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
PSEG is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers.
PSEG Company: PSEG Long Island
Salary Range : $ 101,600 - $ 160,900
Incentive : PIP 15%
Work Location Category : Hybrid
PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.
We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.
PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.
Job Summary
Supervise and conduct internal audits, reviews, investigations, and internal controls testing of financial and operational controls within PSEG Long Island. Position requires delivering assurance and advisory services to internal clients on financial and operational control issues. Must exhibit leadership, customer/client focus, strong written and oral communication skills, facilitation skills, negotiation skills, high level of initiative, integrity, and adaptability.
Job Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
In addition to the duties noted below, this position is responsible for keeping abreast with new technologies, standards and best practices, and for assisting the Internal Audit Manager with the annual risk assessment exercise and audit planning process.
_Duties entail:_
+ Perform audits and reviews of key processes and activities in conformance with Global IIA Standards to determine the design and operating effectiveness of PSEG Long Island’s business processes.
+ Conduct walkthroughs and testing of key financial and operational internal controls.
+ Assist in the development of the annual audit plan by undertaking meetings with key stakeholders, assess risks across the organization by using business knowledge and audit best practices, and compile proposed audit topics.
+ Identify significant risks within each operation under review and ensure audit procedures developed are appropriate to address risks.
+ Critically evaluate deficiencies or potential improvements uncovered during audits and reviews, develop workable solutions, and obtain operating management’s concurrence to develop a course of action for issue remediation.
+ Prepare and peer review draft reports containing audit findings with recommendations for improvement opportunities and conduct closing meetings to review observations with audit clients.
+ Remain current on industry strategy, tools, utilities and solutions, auditing standards, best practices, procedures, and reporting.
+ Perform ad hoc audit projects and reviews in response to emerging risks and management requests.
+ Willingness to travel to company locations as needed.
+ Exhibit leadership, strong written and oral communication skills, facilitation skills and negotiation skills.
Job Specific Qualifications
Required
+ Bachelors degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or other related discipline, and a minimum of 5 years financial/operational audit experience. In-lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7 years of financial/operational audit experience.
+ Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
+ Strong analytical and presentation skills.
+ Sound data analytics skills, with the ability to develop and execute complex data analysis routines and interpret results using data analytics.
+ Ability to analyze operations and make sound judgments with limited information.
+ Strong facilitation and negotiation skills.
+ Must display a working knowledge of, and an ability to identify and recommend effective internal controls.
+ Proficiency in accounting and auditing standards.
+ Ability to develop clear, written and oral conclusions/recommendations, and the confidence to communicate findings to all levels of management.
+ Proficient in MS Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Desired Qualifications:
+ Utility industry experience
+ Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
+ Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
+ Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
+ SAP experience
+ TeamMate+ experience
Minimum Years of Experience
5 years of experience
Certifications
Disclaimer
Certain positions at the Company may require you to have access to Part 810-Controlled Information. Under the law, the Company is limited in who it can share this information with and in certain circumstances it is necessary to obtain specific authorization before the Company can share this information. Accordingly, if the position does require access to this information, you must complete a 10 CFR Part 810 Export Control Compliance Nationality Request Form, a copy of which will be provided to you by Talent Acquisition if an offer is made. If there is a need for specific authorization, due to the time it takes to obtain authorization from the government, we will likely not be able to further proceed with an offer.
PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
As an employee of PSEG you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. For employees in federally regulated roles (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations), this also includes random testing. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and/or medically, it is prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role are subject to drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for such a positive result.
PSEG employees must apply for jobs internally through emPower which can be accessed through sharepoint.pseg.com (https://sharepoint.pseg.com/Pages/Home.aspx) by clicking on the emPower icon, then selecting careers. This site is strictly for candidates who are not currently PSEG employees, with the exception of PSEG employees who do not have company email addresses.
PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com . Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
ADDITIONAL EEO/AA INFORMATION _(Click link below)_
Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
Diversity at PSEG: Equal Opportunity Employer
PSEG is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions, including but not limited to, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, training, and/or compensation, on the basis of merit. Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. PSEG's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, the actual sex of the individual, or the gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, including religious dress practices and religious grooming practices, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations.
Need to request an accommodation?
If you have a disability and need assistance submitting your resume, applying for a position or registering for a test, please call 973-430-3845. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
PSEG is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers.
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