Director, Internal Audit

Full Job Description

The Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services (DABS) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to serve as the Director of Internal Audit.

This position provides independent and objective assurance on the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, governance processes, and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.

This position reports directly to the Alcoholic Beverage Services Commission.

The DABS is responsible for overseeing the sale and distribution of alcoholic products in the State of Utah.

The department is proud to serve all Utahns—supporting essential government services, strengthening local businesses and tourism, and promoting alcohol education and prevention.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who values public service to play a key role in supporting the mission and operations of DABS.

Responsibilities

The Director of Internal Audit will perform a variety of office functions including but not limited to:

• Plan and conduct internal audits in accordance with approved audit plans, public sector auditing standards, and government regulations

• Review and evaluate financial, operational, and compliance controls across DABS divisions and programs

• Assess compliance with applicable laws, regulations, government policies, and directives

• Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of DABS programs

• Identify risks, control weaknesses, and instances of noncompliance

• Prepare clear, objective audit reports outlining findings, conclusions, and recommendations

• Present audit results to the commission and DABS management

• Follow-up on implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions

• Assist with fraud risk assessments, investigations, and special reviews when assigned

• Coordinate with external auditors, regulators, and oversight agencies

• Promote accountability and continuous improvement within the organization

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field or 4 years of professional audit/finance/management experience

• Strong analytical and investigative skills

• Knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk-based auditing

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to interpret laws, regulations, and policy documents

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across divisions

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• 21 years of age or older

• Able to pass a background check

Preference(s):

• Experience in internal audit, external audit, accounting, or public sector oversight

• Professional certification (CIA, CPA, CISA, CGAP, or equivalent)

• Master’s degree

Why You Should Join Our Team

As a benefited employee of DABS, you will receive an excellent compensation package which includes generous paid time off, top notch retirement plan options, and a variety of medical insurance plans.

This allows you to stay healthy, secure your financial future, and spend more time with loved ones.

DABS will provide you with great experiences with its unique setting that crosses between retail business and a government agency.

The AgencyDABS is a public enterprise, generating over $500 million in annual revenue.

DABS’s mission is multifold: conduct, license, and regulate the sale of alcoholic products in a manner and at prices that reasonably satisfy the public demand, while also reducing the harmful effects of overconsumption of alcoholic products and eliminating underage drinking.

For more information about DABS please visit the DABS website at https://abs.utah.gov/

Summary of Benefits Offered

Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):

• High deductible option with a low bi-weekly premium as well as employer contributions into a health savings account to help with out of pocket medical costs.

• Traditional plan with a low cost bi-weekly premium.

• Low premium costs for dental and vision insurance.

Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS):

• Employer contributions equal to 10% of your salary between both a pension and 401(k) plan or a 401(k) only plan.

• Employer match of up to $26 per paycheck into your 401(k) on top of what you will already be receiving.

• Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.

Paid time off:

• Eligible employees may accrue 4 hours of annual leave and 4 hours of sick leave each pay period. (Annual leave accrual rate increases with years of service).

• 12 paid holidays.

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The Division of Human Resource Management rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state employees.

Additional Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.