Internal Controls Auditor

Job description

Internal Controls Auditor

nHelp strengthen the controls behind one of Nebraska's most critical organizations.

nOPPD is looking for an Internal Controls Auditor to join our Corporate Audit team. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys digging into processes, understanding how things work, identifying risk, and partnering with the business to make operations stronger.

nYou'll have ownership of assigned internal-control areas and work across OPPD to evaluate whether controls are appropriately designed, operating as intended, and keeping pace as processes and risks change.

nThis isn't a role where you simply identify a problem and move on. We're looking for someone who can understand the business, communicate what they're seeing, work collaboratively through solutions, and help make strong controls part of everyday operations.

nWhat You'll Do

nAs an Internal Controls Auditor, you will:

nnnOwn and monitor internal-control areas, ensuring controls remain current, appropriately designed, and operating effectively.

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nnPerform operating-effectiveness testing throughout the year to confirm controls are being performed when expected and are complete and accurate.

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nnEvaluate control design to determine whether controls appropriately address identified risks and would detect errors, omissions, or unusual activity.

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nnReview financial transactions and processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, clearing accounts, and other transactional records.

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nnMaintain process narratives and risk-control matrices, including identifying new controls, changes in processes, inactive controls, and controls that transition from manual to automated.

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nnAssess risk and communicate findings clearly to business partners and leadership.

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nnTrack corrective actions and remediation to ensure identified issues are resolved appropriately.

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nnPartner across OPPD to improve processes, strengthen controls, and integrate compliance into day-to-day operations.

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nnSupport both financial and developing compliance-related internal controls as the program continues to grow.

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n nWhat We're Looking For

nTechnical internal-controls knowledge is important, but the right person will also bring strong judgment, communication skills, and the ability to independently move work forward.

nYou'll be a strong fit if you bring:

nnnA bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field or approximately 3-5 years of relevant experience in internal controls, audit, quality assurance, risk/compliance, accounting, or a related area.

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nnStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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nnExcellent written and verbal communication skills.

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nnThe confidence to communicate findings, ask questions, and work through issues with stakeholders throughout the organization.

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nnStrong organization and the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.

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nnThe ability to work independently while also building effective cross-functional relationships.

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nnAttention to detail and strong documentation skills.

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n nExperience That Would Be Especially Helpful

nWe'd be particularly interested in experience with:

nnnInternal controls or internal audit.

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nnFinancial-control testing.

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nnRisk assessments and process reviews.

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nnQuality assurance or compliance testing.

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nnCOSO or similar internal-control frameworks.

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nnSOX-related controls or testing.

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nnProcess narratives and risk-control matrices.

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nnAudit sampling and remediation tracking.

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nnExcel, ERP systems, audit/control software, or other data-analysis tools.

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n nExperience in the utility industry is helpful, but not required.

nProfessional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or CMA are also welcome, but a certification is not required for this position.

nHow the Work Is Structured

nThe work follows a regular annual cycle. Much of the year is focused on testing whether controls are operating effectively. Another portion of the year is dedicated to stepping back and evaluating the controls themselves: Are they still needed? Are they designed correctly? Have processes changed? Should a manual control now be automated?

nThat means you'll develop a strong understanding of the processes you support and have meaningful ownership rather than simply moving from audit to audit.

nWork Environment

nThis role offers a flexible hybrid work environment. The team generally follows OPPD's one-day-per-week onsite expectation, with flexibility around which day employees come in based on meetings and business needs.

nThe team also meets every other Tuesday, with flexibility to participate remotely or onsite depending on schedules.

nThis is a supportive, collaborative team that will help a new employee learn the technical details of OPPD's internal-control environment while also giving them the independence to take ownership of their work.

nWhy OPPD?

nAt OPPD, internal controls aren't simply an audit exercise. They help support responsible decision-making, reliable operations, financial integrity, and the work of a publicly owned electric utility serving the community.

nYou'll have an opportunity to learn a complex business, work with teams throughout the organization, and help shape an internal-controls program that is continuing to evolve.

nIf you enjoy understanding how businesses work, solving problems, and helping organizations operate better, we'd like to hear from you.

nSalary/Wage Info

nSalary grade: S4

nMin: $90,759

nMid: $113,449

nThe OPPD Difference

nOur Culture & Mission

nAt Omaha Public Power District, everything starts with people. Our teams, our communities, and the customer owners who count on us. As the 12th largest public power utility in the U.S., we serve more than 900,000 people across 13 counties, and we take that responsibility seriously.

nWe lead with integrity, support one another, and do what is right because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver. Our goal is simple: provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy today and for generations to come.

nWe create power with purpose. Your work here has real impact on families, the environment, and on the future of energy. And we believe great ideas can come from anywhere.

nIf you want to be part of a team that takes care of the community and the people who serve it, you are in the right place. We back up our mission by taking care of our employees, too, which is why our benefits are among the most comprehensive and competitive in the region.

nReady to apply?

nWhen you apply, be sure your resume highlights the skills and experience that will help you succeed in this role. Apply online at on or before 10/13/2026.

nEOE: Protected Veterans

nIf you would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with OPPD, please email OPPD Talent Acquisition at .

nRecruiter: Scott Green - #LI-SG

nPLEASE NOTE - Your application has not been submitted unless you have applied for a specific requisition. If you have not chosen a specific opening, your application will remain in 'DRAFT' form and will not be viewed by our Human Capital staff.

Worksite address

omaha, NE, 68197, US

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