Program Director, Audit

Description

About the Role

Reporting to the Director, the Program Director is responsible for developing and executing an audit plan for business processes, operations, and functions as well as technology/systems that effectively identifies and addresses the critical risks facing the Port Authority. The Program director with act as second-line manager overseeing three divisions, each staffed approximately 12 audit professionals. The Program Director will assist the Director in overseeing the development and management of the department's budget to ensure that the business needs are met and there are adequate resources in place to address the annual audit plan.

In the Director's absence, the Program Director acts on his behalf. The Program Director is also responsible for developing and implementing long-range plans which include the Audit Department's technological portfolio and business process improvements.

• Plan, develop and direct the work of three first line managers overseeing a total of approximately 36 audit professionals, as well as a co-sourcing firm for cybersecurity audits, in the accomplishment of the audit plan of the Port Authority in accordance with the mandatory guidance set forth by The Institute of Internal Auditors and Port Authority policies and procedures.
• Work with staff to develop a proposed annual audit plan, based on a formal risk assessment and availability of audit resources.
• Plan, develop and direct the audit programs of the Port Authority in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards and topical requirements.
• Manage the draft quarterly reports of activities covering highlights of significant audits, including summaries of all audits completed, and the status of management responsiveness to audit findings and recommendations as well as other consulting activities.
• Coordinate audit work with external auditors and act as liaison to outside entities and regulatory agencies that conduct audits of Port Authority businesses, operations or activities under applicable statutory, regulatory or contractual requirements.
• Provide oversight, leadership in managing and administering the department's technology portfolio including implementing new functional and system administration.
• Provide leadership and guidance associated the department's budget and contracts.

• Demonstrated experience managing an auditing function.
• Knowledge of professional auditing standards, principles, practices, and techniques per the Global Internal Audit Standards and COBIT.
• Knowledge and understanding of internal control concepts.
• Knowledge of contract administration including contract drafting, monitoring compliance, and managing performance.
• Demonstrated experience in managing, leading, and developing a large diverse professional staff, with a proven record of effective team building.
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflict, build consensus, and facilitate problem solving and collaboration among various stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as project management.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to interact with staff at all levels.
• Superior written and oral communication skills with demonstrated experience in preparing and delivering presentation materials to senior staff.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major course work in finance, accounting, business, data analytics, information systems or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible senior level management experience.

• Minimum of 10 years of staff engagement and leadership skills