Job Description:

JOB PERFORMANCE STANDARD – Internal Auditor 

 SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: The following attributes are desirable for job success: detail oriented with exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, objectivity, discretion and strong Excel skills.  The successful Internal Auditor should be self-motivated with an ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Be an expert on HRP policies, procedures and operational protocol.  

• Evaluate associate or property compliance with internal controls, policies, procedures and regulations to protect company assets.

• Audit systems, accounts, and business functions to identify incidents or trends of non-compliance, as well as properties/regions that are outperforming expectations or norms.

• Complete audits remotely or in person, as needed or requested by HRP leadership.  

• Utilize existing audit tools (workbooks/audit questionnaires), propose improvements to existing tools and/or create new tools to maximize efficiency in the audit process. 

• Develop detailed reports on each audit conducted. Reports should include a review of findings, recommendations to correct any deficiencies and methods for improvement to processes. 

• Communicate findings by presenting the detailed reports to HRP leadership, as assigned.

• Follow up on noted deficiencies, and report progress level to HRP leadership, as assigned.  

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in industry associations.  

• Complete all required and assigned training.  

• Be proficient with Yardi and RedIQ software.

Areas of audit may include but will not be limited to:  

*Applications and Lease documents         *Market Rent Schedules 

*Rents/Fees/Deposits charged, collected and refunded *Licenses & Permits

*Prepaid and Delinquent accounts                 *Collections Accounts

*Screening Results vs Security Deposits *Dashboard Alerts

*Approved Renewal Rate compliance          *Demographics Reports

*Move Outs – Early Terminations                 *Utilities / Charge Backs

*Pending Work Orders               *Make Ready Status and Invoicing

 

• Any responsibility assigned by Supervisor, VP or President.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to perform the physical functions of the position, which may include but are not limited to: Must be able to see, hear, talk, sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, stoop, kneel and crouch. 

COMMUNICATION: Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form with President, Vice President, Regional Managers, corporate team members, and external vendors.

DISCRETION / CONFIDENTIALITY:  Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality in carrying out responsibilities; approach and resolve sensitive situations using tact and diplomacy.

INITIATIVE:  Take initiative in problem-solving and to ensure matters requiring attention are managed appropriately.

EXPERIENCE:  Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are essential. 

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience is preferred. 

TRAVEL: Travel to property locations for on site audits as required.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING: Drug testing and background screening. Successfully complete pre-employment psychological and basic skills exam, including interest patterns. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:  Ability to read, write and verbally communicate in English.

REASONING ABILITY:  Has the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  Intermediate knowledge of mathematics required. Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations. Ability to calculate interest, fractions, percentages, and ratios.

COMPUTER SKILLS:  Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel. Yardi Voyager knowledge preferred.  

PERSONAL APPEARANCE:  Dress, grooming and personal cleanliness standards contributes to the business image of Hawthorne Residential Partners.  During business hours or when representing the company, you are expected to present a clean, neat and tasteful appearance. Refer to Employee Handbook for complete Personal Appearance Guidelines.

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