Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

The Audit Department reports to the Chief Audit Officer, who reports directly to Metra's Board of Directors and the CEO. The department is focused on operational, financial and compliance audits and the continuous review of money-handling at the highest levels of the agency. The department is committed to ensuring absolute transparency and proper conduct by all Metra employees.

Reporting to the Director Internal Audit, the Auditor I will perform entry level professional financial and operational internal audit duties to determine the effectiveness of controls and processes; identify material exceptions and noncompliance with applicable laws, regulations, contracts, and procedures; and conduct research, report results, and present recommendations for improvement.

The Primary Duties include: Perform audits in accordance with program steps and interact with various departments to develop a basic working understanding of their operations. Identify records, activities, processes or documentation needing review; and test key internal controls to ensure they properly detect or prevent errors and misstatements that may lead to liabilities for the agency. Assist with preparing work papers that document and summarize research with evidential data to support conclusions. Perform basic audits to check for accuracy and completeness of various financial and operational processes and information. Provide basic research and support for audit staff; and may assist with planning audit methods and tests to be used to carry out internal audit assignments. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidate can consider their growth potential.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

1. Bachelor's degree
2. Familiar with theories, principles, and practices of accounting, business finance, internal auditing and controls, such as the generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS), generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), government accounting standards board (GASB), and the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and Code of Ethics.
3. Familiar with the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) model framework for internal controls.
4. Familiar with investigative and quantitative analysis techniques.
5. Basic use of Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, and Power Point) or audit software programs to access data, perform data manipulations and analytics, and develop project worksheets and reports.
6. Good statistical, financial, and mathematical analysis skills with the ability to interpret facts and figures.
7. Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
8. Good organizational and time management skills.
9. Good verbal and written communication skills.
10. Ability to work independently and on a team.
11. Ability to work in a detailed-oriented environment, using care when compiling and examining documentation and information.
12. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships within the department and with external stakeholders within the agency.
13. Ability to exercise discretion, good judgment, tact, and courtesy when handling sensitive and confidential information.
14. Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit, for extended periods of time.

Preferences:

1. Some audit experience.
2. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
3. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA ready candidates with 150 credits

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees' use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for pre-employment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.