Job Summary:
Assists with coordination and conducting investigations as well as general Office of Compliance and Internal Audit (OCIA) information processing, analysis, and dissemination. Reports discrepancies, prepares investigation plans, and understands the specific issues to be evaluated. Maintains in-depth understanding of established business process controls. Develops formal written reports to communicate audit results to management and regulatory compliance agencies and makes recommendations on corrective actions as appropriate.
Accountabilities:
Leads investigations of alleged misconduct, fraud, waste, and other issuances, throughout the investigation cycle which includes initial inquiry/report, analysis, and final report writing.
Serves as point of contact to receive, review, analyze, and draft investigation documents.
May assists with setting up meetings and coordinating conference calls, briefings, and schedules.
Maintains documentation relating to the investigative work as required by applicable regulations and Office of Compliance and Internal Audit practices.
Assists management in compiling and presenting analytical data on internal investigations.
Reports investigation findings to appropriate management at any time when issues need to be addressed.
Leads reviews of ad hoc and annual Conflict of Interest (COI) disclosures and provides recommendations to management.
Prepares clear and concise Internal memos and investigation notification to be submitted to the Office of Inspector General or the funder designated office of compliance.
Presents oral and written testimony on basic issues.
Initiates and maintains relationships with industry representatives, external auditing firm, co-workers, and others.
Organizes and formats reports to align with applicable guidelines and provides appropriate documentation to support conclusions.
Performs other duties assigned.
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
May require skills in finance/accounting, project and country office operations, audit knowledge, and interviewing skills.
Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Automated Directive Systems (ADS) Series 300, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) may also be required.
Familiarity with non-profit and Government Contracting Rules and Regulations.
Articulate professional and able to communicate in a clear and positive fashion with clients and staff.
Demonstrates ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize information from many sources.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to work with minimum supervision in the conceptualization, planning, management, and implementation of activities.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, time management, project management, and prioritization skills.
Applies general knowledge of applicable statutes, regulations, entity/company practices and concepts.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Articulate professional with a demonstrated and able to communicate in a clear and positive fashion with clients and staff; presents oral and written testimony on basic issues.
Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
Problem Solving & Impact:
Analyzes moderately complex business operations, policies and procedures. Reviews and
Determines compliance with laws and regulations; draws conclusions; makes recommendations for approval.
Serves as a resource to others in resolving moderately complex problems; identifies substantive issues that are thoroughly and accurately researched and analyzed.
โBest practiceโ procedures are followed in conducting internal audits.
External and internal audit requests are met timely, without outstanding issues.
Contributes to the completion of organizational projects and goals.
Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results would normally require a moderate expenditure of resources to rectify.
Supervision Given/Received:
Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy.
Plan schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives.
May implement departmental work plans and provide input for performance reviews with the assistance of a higher-level manager.
Typically reports to a Manager or Associate Director.
Education:
Bachelorโs Degree or its International Equivalent in Law, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or Related Field.
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designations strongly preferred.
Experience:
Typically requires a minimum of 5+ years in investigation related work, internal audit, or financial analysis in a global, geographically disbursed organization.
Project administration experience; experience communicating with management regarding Internal Audit and Investigations.
Prior overseas experience and knowledge of foreign languages preferred.
Experience in providing outstanding customer service, performing complex activities associated with ensuring compliance with companyโs system of internal controls is required.
Experience working with a global, international organization preferred.
Typical Physical Demands:
Typical office environment.
Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.
Travel Requirements:
10% - 25% mostly internationally to developing countries for one to two consecutive weeks per trip.
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The expected hiring salary range for this role is listed below. FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget.
Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 12% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.
Hiring Salary Range: $75,000 - $105,000
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
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