We represent Parsons Corporation in their search for a qualified, motivated internal auditor to join their staff. There are many benefits to working in the Parson's Internal Audit group beyond those of the job itself. I would like the opportunity to discuss these with you. I have included a description of the position for your review. Please contact me by e-mail or at the telephone number listed below if you are interested or if you now of someone who might be qualified. Regards, Irwin Stalk Chrisman & Company Phone: 213-620-1192 Fax: 213-620-1693 THE CLIENT Parsons Corporation is one of the world's largest full service engineering and construction companies. Founded in 1944 and employing over 11,000, the company operates in 50 states and 80 countries. Over the past 50+ years, the original Ralph M. Parsons Company has grown through internal development and external acquisitions into the Parsons Corporation of today. The Company strives to continue its tradition of providing solutions to complex problems by aggressively enhancing its capabilities and developing resources. The result is the delivery of financed, engineered, procured, constructed, operated and maintained turnkey solutions to an ever-widening array of U.S. and international customers. THE POSITION The Senior Auditor reports to the Vice President and Manager of Internal Audit and conducts or assists in the performance of operational audits in accordance with the internal audit plan. In connection with these exams, the Senior Auditor assists in the planning and development of written audit programs, documents audit findings and conclusions and conducts follow ups with senior managers on the resolution of audit issues. Some of the specific responsibilities include the following: (i) Surveying functions and activities in assigned areas to determine the nature of operations. (ii) Determining, or assisting in determining, the direction of the proposed audit effort. (iii) Planning the theory and scope of the audit and preparing an audit program. This function includes determining the audit procedures to be used and identifying the important control points of the system. (iv) Obtaining, analyzing, and appraising evidentiary data. (v) Ensuring that organizational unit performance is in compliance with management and project instructions, applicable statements of policy and procedures, and consistent with both Company objectives and high standards of administrative practice. (vi) Evaluating the effectiveness of systems through the application of knowledge of business systems, including financial, engineering, procurement, and other operations, and an understanding of good auditing techniques. (vii) Making oral presentations to project level management during and at the conclusion of the examination. (viii) Preparing formal, written reports as requested. These reports incorporate recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions, improvements in operations, and reductions in cost. (ix) Evaluating the adequacy of corrective measures. The position requires travel that ranges between 30-35% of the time. Occasionally, assignments may extend over a 2-3 week period away from home. While extended travel such as this does not frequently occur, the candidates considering this position should be aware of the possibility. THE CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, results-oriented audit professional with a strong work ethic. Qualifications include: (i) Seven to ten years of auditing experience. Although not a specific requirement, three to five years of experience in the engineering or construction field and or public accounting is desirable. (ii) Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Business Administration. (iii) One of the following certifications: CPA or CIA. (iv) Demonstrated proficiency in using computerized spreadsheets. Other desirable but not required attributes include: (i) A general understanding of FAR/CAS; (ii) Prior experience with the AS400 computer system; and (iii) Foreign language skills The successful candidate will be an individual who is capable of creating a balance between self-motivation and team play, possess effective oral and written communication skills, and is able to share ideas and sponsor team spirit and a sense of cooperation in the performance of operational audits. A developed sense of business tactfulness and the ability to communicate with senior management are necessary. In general, while the Company supports professional attitudes and individuals who work independently, and who place a high degree of importance on completing their assignments both timely and proficiently. The candidate should be an individual who embraces these concepts and views himself/herself as a proponent of working smarter (versus harder), approaching problem resolution in a proactive versus reactive manner and one who generally seeks a better way of doing things. Other characteristics that one generally associates with a successful Parsons internal audit professional include the following: (i) Ability to gather sufficient, recent technical and other business-related information to improve his/her own skills and best contribute to the success of the department and the company; (ii) Capability of analyzing and solving problems by understanding the business issues relating to the problem; (iii) Demonstrated confidence in his/her own ideas; (iv) An understanding of the perspectives of the internal clients and the skill to conduct audits in a manner that builds cooperation; and (v) Outgoing charismatic leadership style that encourages support, regardless of the audience.
