Business Assurance & Assessment Manager
Sioux Falls, SD 
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Job Description
Job Title: Business Assurance & Assessment Manager
Job Description: JOB PURPOSE:
Manage and execute Midcontinent's financial and operational assurance and assessment function.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Assist and support the Director of Treasury and Risk in performing on-going Enterprise Risk Assessment activities to identify changes and new emerging risks in the Company's risk profile.
* Help to develop and recommend a risk-based Assurance Plan.
* Develop and execute an integrated audit approach; schedule projects to comply with management's needs and within the scope of the department's audit charter and plan.
* Engage in the reviews of organizational and functional activities to ensure risks are identified and appropriate procedures are applied to each assessment; conduct interviews, review documents and prepare work papers to support the assessment and its findings.
* Draft assurance reports and communicate results to inform management and the Director of Treasury and Risk on the effectiveness and efficiency of the company control environment.
* Deliver high quality report to the Director of Treasury and Risk to support engagement findings and recommendations.
* Manage the assurance follow-up process to ensure the management action plans are effectively monitored and reported as to the status of open tasks.
* Meet regularly with the management responsible for the action plan as necessary to discuss status and expectations regarding follow-up.
* Assist in the preparation of material to be presented to the Board of Directors related to each assessment and progress made against the yearly Audit Plan.
* Maintain updated knowledge of rules, regulations and standards in the field of internal audit and related matters of interest to the department. Maintains an external network of contacts to permit selective and continuous benchmarking of the company's internal control and governance and risk management practices.
* Assist in analyzing and preparing required workpapers for external auditors.
* Provide support during the development and /or implementation of new applications or technology to ensure proper controls are considered and included.
* Assist in due diligence process to ensure that appropriate control measures are in place in relation to potential acquisitions.
* Demonstrate excellent analytical, technical, interpersonal, written and verbal communication (including active listening), facilitation and interviewing skills.
* Communicate effectively and professionally in all forms of communication with internal and external customers.
* Adhere to Midcontinent Communications privacy guidelines to ensure each customer's privacy.
* Maintain regular attendance as required by your position.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Function as an effective team member while supporting the efforts and concepts of other departments.
* Support the mission, vision, and values of Midcontinent Communications.
* Ability to work independently.
* Maintain and understanding of control environments.
* Apply personal ethics, honesty, initiative, flexibility, responsibility and confidentiality in all areas of responsibility..
* Possess an enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated, and detail-oriented approach towards work and all work projects.
* Possess strong problem solving and decision making skills while using good judgment.
* Multi-task and change from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
* Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
* Identify opportunities for improvement while creating and implementing viable solutions
* Actively follow Midcontinent policies and procedures.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required. Focus in Finance, Accounting, or Business major preferred.
* CPA or CIA preferred.
* Experience leading assessments (audits), including risk assessment, planning, assessment execution, issue/report writing, and management interaction preferred.
* Working knowledge of internal auditing standards (defined by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) preferred.

Midcontinent Communications is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Midcontinent Communications will not discriminate against applicants because of: race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, members or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age.
Additional Information: This position can be located in Sioux Falls, SD or Minneapolis, MN.
City: Sioux Falls
State: South Dakota
Salary: DOE
Shift Hours: Days
Wage Type: Salaried
Weekly Estimated Hours: 40
Position Type: Full Time
Industry Classification: Finance - Other

Midco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other characteristic protected by law. To view our full EEO and federal contractor supplemental posters, please refer to Midco.com/FederalPosters.

 

Position No Longer Available
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
Days
Salary and Benefits
DOE
Salaried
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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