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Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians · 16 hours ago

Internal Auditor - Gaming Commission

Coachella, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians is an independent regulatory agency ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and Tribal law in their gaming operations. The Internal Auditor is responsible for overseeing compliance, evaluating internal controls, and making recommendations to enhance operational integrity within the Casino Operations.

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Responsibilities

Provide outstanding customer service to guests and all other employees by exceeding our mission statement

Deliver our Five Star Experience to Guests and all Team Members by embodying our Mission Statement and Service Promise while adhering to department service standards. This entails consistency performing our service expectations of: Welcoming, Proactive, Seamless, Personalized and Valued

Ensure compliance with Title 31, state, federal, and tribal laws and regulations

Evaluates the adequacy of accounting, administrative, and other operating safeguards designed to promote effective control at reasonable cost

Reports material weakness in the Casino Operation's system of internal controls and recommends policies and procedures to eliminate those weaknesses

Works with the Casino Operation's Internal Audit Department in examining records of departments to ensure proper recording of transactions and compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Inspects accounting systems to determine their efficiency, accuracy, and protective value

Ascertains the extent to which operating assets are accounted for and safeguarded from loss

Observes and analyzes Casino Operation’s gaming policies and procedures for compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, NIGC Regulations and internal control procedures

Reviews records pertaining to material assets such as equipment, building and manpower, to determine the degree to which they are utilized

Analyzes data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort or lack of compliance with Casino Operation’s established policies and procedures

Conducts special studies at the request of the TGC such as those required to discover mechanics of detected frauds and develops protective controls to prevent recurrence

Prepares written reports of all audits undertaken containing findings and recommendations. Written reports are sent to the TGC for review and approval prior to being shared with the Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians’ BDC and the General Manager of Spotlight 29 Casino and Tortoise Rock Casino

Appraises the adequacy of post-audit action taken by Casino Operations to implement the TGC’s recommendations to ensure the correction of all identified deficiencies

Identifies and works with Casino Operations to address inadequate post-audit corrective actions

Performs any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Ensure compliance with all Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS) as well as all Tribal Internal Control Standards (TICS)

Present a positive image of the Tribal organization to its guests and vendors and to assist them as required

Must follow all safety policies and procedures and attend all scheduled safety meetings and training as a condition of employment

Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Qualification

Internal audit processesGAAPGaming regulations complianceAnalytical skillsAudit software proficiencyCommunication skillsAttention to detailTime managementAdaptability

Required

College degree or equivalent audit and gaming experience; additional audit and accounting certifications highly preferred

Working knowledge of internal audit processes, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases, sufficient to complete projects evaluating the effectiveness of internal control systems

Experience in identifying and evaluating risks, understanding business processes, and conducting thorough audits

Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities

Excellent communication, analytical thinking, attention to detail, adaptability, and time management skills, including the ability to interact with management and present findings and articulate risk and control clearly and accurately

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, Internet research skills and the ability to utilize available technology such as audit software, internal systems, and/or data analytics tools

Ability to perform duties impartially and without external influence, ensuring accurate assessments, maintaining public trust, and upholding ethical standards in compliance with regulations

Must not have any direct relatives associated with or employed by Casino Operations or the TGC

Must pass periodic random drug screens

Must be able to pass background suitability investigation

Must obtain a Tribal Gaming License

Must obtain all other applicable certifications and licenses

Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within 72 hours of employment

Preferred

Relevant experience with top-tier public accounting firm and experience in regulating, auditing or accounting in the gaming and hospitality industry is preferred

Working knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, COSO, GASB, and internal auditing standards and ethics is preferred

Experience with audits of regulatory requirements such as Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS) issued by National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and/or Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)/Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance preferred