TDA - Internal Auditor for Federal Programs (76182)

Overview

This position is for an Internal Auditor specializing in federal Food Nutrition programs, with a focus on the Child and Adult Care Food Program and the Summer Food Service Program. The role involves conducting advanced internal auditing and investigative work to identify and address potential fraud, including ghost sites or operations. The position reports directly to the Director for Internal Audit and operates under minimal supervision with significant independence.

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements, transactions, and data to detect anomalies, trends, and indicators of fraud.
• Conduct investigations and detailed reviews of suspected fraudulent activities, including gathering financial records and interviewing witnesses.
• Perform financial, compliance, contract, and management audits.
• Assess existing systems for weaknesses and recommend improvements to prevent future fraud.
• Document findings and prepare detailed reports for management; assist with prosecution packages.
• Present oral and written information clearly and accurately to auditees and internal management.
• Collaborate with Information Technology, Legal Services, Financial Services, Human Resources, and other stakeholders to resolve cases and enhance anti-fraud measures.
• Develop and implement fraud detection tools, strategies, and training programs.
• Ensure strict compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Conduct special investigations into questionable practices or transactions.
• Testify before governmental bodies, juries, courts, or in administrative hearings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience conducting audits and fraud investigations within government programs receiving federal funding.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Residency within the state of Texas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Five (5) years of experience conducting audits and fraud investigations within federally funded government programs.
• Experience using TeamMate auditing software.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing methods and systems, generally accepted accounting principles and auditing standards.
• Understanding of information technology principles, terminology, analytics, programming, automated systems, and queries.
• Familiarity with management systems, business, financial, and non-financial processes, and system/process mapping.
• Proficiency in computer use, applicable software, sampling techniques, and professional client interaction.
• Ability to compose clear and concise audit documentation and reports.
• Strong analytical skills to gather, understand, and evaluate data accurately.
• Effective interviewing and meeting facilitation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Efficient time and priority management.
• Adaptability to changing work environments and requirements.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Competence in conducting risk assessments.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with possible exposure to dust and allergens.
• Mostly sedentary work with occasional walking, standing, kneeling, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Extended computer use and potential for extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must maintain a phone line and high-speed internet at all times (non-reimbursable).
• May require travel up to 60% within the assigned area, occasionally overnight.

Work Hours

• Core business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Limited customer service hours from 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $5,797.66 to $7,916.66 per month (B25 level).
• Comprehensive benefits including retirement plan, paid group health life insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, longevity pay, dental, vision, dependent optional life insurance, voluntary accidental death and dismemberment insurance, dependent health life insurance, and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
• Position includes an assigned vehicle.

Additional Information

• H-1B visa sponsorship is not available.
• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted; a skills exercise may be part of the interview process.
• A valid government-issued driver’s license recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and an acceptable driving record are required.
• Foreign degree credentials must be evaluated and submitted for credit.

Location

• Statewide (Texas), remote position managed by staff based in Austin headquarters.