Internal Auditor - Gaming Commission

Internal Auditor

Gaming Commission Internal Audit

Hourly Wage: $22.17/Regular/Full-Time

Assists in conducting operational and financial audits for casino operations to ensure the protection of Tribal assets and preserve the honesty and integrity of all Class II and Class III gaming in casino operations. Further responsibilities include reviewing income journals, supporting documentation, procedural steps generated during gaming operations and conducting random unannounced observation of the various departments of the gaming operation. Employee is responsible for analyzing and reviewing internal controls and providing feedback as they impact financial and operational reporting. Considerable initiative and judgment are required to perform complex audits/reviews of high-risk information.

Examples of Work Performed:

Assist in the development and completion of Internal Audit programs, questionnaires, and checklists on the scope of the review. Implements work plan, completing each component and prepare a report on findings and/or recommendations to be delivered to casino operations.

Assists in any investigation of suspicion of fraudulent activity in regard to the gaming entity and gaming activities conducted therein. Cooperate with various outside entities, including casino operations management, local law enforcement, and agents of the NIGC and WSGC in the completion and reporting of investigations of any fraudulent activity.

Analyze the adequacy of internal controls by reviewing operations, conducting on-site visits, and assessing compliance with industry standards.

Determines critical operational risk areas by examining current practices and comparing to adopted standards, applicable laws, rules and policies, purposes strategies for reducing risk and strengthening controls with viable solutions to enhance existing practices and monitors for changes.

Execute a program to track actions taken on audit findings and implementation of audit recommendations. Develops and provides a report of audit activity. Develops and provides a report of audit activity and status of audit recommendation to the Internal Audit Manager on a quarterly basis.

Collaborate with the Internal Audit Manager in performing internal reviews and preparing work papers to assist in the annual financial and compliance audit of casino operations.

Prepares and presents the results of audit reports and recommendations to Commission in the form or oral and written communications as directed.

Be effective in communicating audit results, both verbally and in writing, so they are persuasive, placed in the appropriate context and understood by the recipient.

Perform special projects, assignments, investigations and/or analysis as requested by the Internal Audit Manager.

Maintain strict standards of confidentiality and professionalism.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional operational and financial audits as they relate to the Gaming Industry.

Knowledge of tribal, state, and federal laws and regulations, specifically in the gaming industry.

Knowledge of auditing standards Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Knowledge of Internal Control concepts, trends, and best practices.

Skills in various personal computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Works, and Access.

Ability to demonstrate prior Finance or Accounting background.

Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal relations skills.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to demonstrate strong analytical skills to assemble key data, potential problem areas and develop

recommendations for viable solutions.

Ability to shift from working independently to a team environment as job duties dictate.

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to conduct system audits on various data control systems utilized throughout the gaming operation.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Accounting, Finance or related field.

Two years with governmental or private industry auditing and/or regulatory experience.

Any equivalent combination of education and work experience may be substituted for required qualifications.

Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving permit.

Required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Preferred Requirements:

Prior Gaming experience preferred.

Have or pursuing a professional certificate program (CPA, CIA, CFE or CISA).

Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.