Experienced Auditor - Houston, United States - Calpine
Description
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page:Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets.
Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.
The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility.
Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)Internal Audit provides a remarkable opportunity for team members to understand Calpines business, processes, people and technology.
The scope of our efforts spans across all aspects of Calpines business, from governance and financial management through business operations and customer interaction.
Internal Auditors can expect to participate on projects that cover a wide range of topics, in areas significant to Company objectives, while interacting with various levels of management.
Internal Auditors work closely with the business owners using our expertise to support Calpine in matters related to operations, finance, information technology, business improvements, governance, risk management, and controls.
Job ResponsibilitiesReports to the Audit Manager;Audits the accounting and statistical data of various departments, divisions and locations in order to verify accuracy in compliance with plans, policies and procedures prescribed by management;Responsible for conducting and documenting audit projects in a variety of areas with an emphasis on operational, and financial audits;Evaluates business processes, procedures, policies and internal controls and identifies factors causing deficiencies;Evaluates internal controls and designs and conducts tests;Assists in the implementation and support of a continuous auditing program;Performs Data Analytics including complex analysis, dashboard report and exception reporting;Documents all work according to standards consistent with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF);Communicates clearly, concisely, and accurately using professional oral and written communications with all levels of management;Prepares and submits reports of audit results including making recommendations on matters of significance and follows up on audit recommendations to ensure implementation; andOther duties as assigned.
Portfolio of Assignments:
( estimated )
SOX/Compliance: 10% - 15%Consulting/
Other Projects: 5% - 10%Job RequirementsBachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a combinationMasters Degree (Preferred)
Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CFA or CMA (Preferred)Two to four years internal audit experience- one year of operational audit experience;Excellent written and verbal communication skills;Strong analytical skills to analyze complex and inconsistent data;Exposure to Electronic Work papers (e.g.
TeamMate);Knowledge of the following:
Microsoft Office Applications, Windows, or Data Analysis Tools; andExperience with Data Analytics, Advanced Excel and Business Intelligence tools (i.e. Microsoft Power BI, Cognos, Tableau) (Preferred)
Additional Calpine Information:
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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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 contractors legal duty to furnish information.
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