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Southern Company IT Auditor in Atlanta, Georgia
IT Auditor
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JOB DESCRIPTION
The IT Auditor is accountable for conducting routine medium and high-risk audits or reviews to assess business processes, internal controls, fraud prevention and detection, and compliance processes across Southern Company. In this position, the IT Auditor is expected to assist in planning and delivering audit results, along with a team of auditors.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Build and sustain professional relationships with audit clients across the company
Understand the functional business area(s) under review and apply that knowledge to assist management in identifying and monitoring strategic, financial, operational and compliance risks
Provide quality assurance for individual work performed and ensure work conforms to Professional Standards established by the Institute of Internal Auditors
Draft high-quality audit reports and communicate effectively with appropriate company and audit management
Manage assigned responsibilities effectively to meet project budgets and make productive use of time
Collaborate effectively with audit team members on individual assignments or departmental initiatives
Produce workable solutions to a range of problems and contribute new ideas to improve Internal Auditing and other organizations
Participate in appropriate external organizations to obtain personal and professional training and development
REQUIREMENTS
Education and Certification:
Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering
Advanced degree is a plus
It is expected that the applicant will possess or obtain at least one job-related certification within two years of entering the department. Examples of job related certifications include: Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Professional Engineer, Certified Information Systems Auditor or Certified Fraud Examiner
Experience:
1-3 years internal auditing experience or experience in a related field or industry
Prior experience in the utility industry with a basic understanding of utility concepts is desired
Prior experience with a professional services firm is desired
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work successfully in a team setting
Specialization in one or more Technologies
Big 4 experience is a plus
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Effective project management skills, including managing time, developing a work plan, taking initiative, and analyzing data.
Effective oral and written communication skills
Effective interpersonal and organizational skills
Advanced computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to work in a team environment as an individual contributor or independently with self confidence
Ability to adapt to changing demands, multi-task, and manage competing priorities
Basic understanding of risk management, internal controls, and governance
Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company's values of safety, unquestionable trust, superior performance and total commitment
General understanding of internal controls environments within Technology function
Awareness of information technology concepts (operations and practices), emerging technology issues and some knowledge of data analysis tools and techniques
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Field: Information Technology
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta
Operating Company: Southern Company Services
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
Southern Company Headquarters - 30 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. NW (30ATLANTA)
30 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. NW
Atlanta, 30308
Req ID: SCS2008383