Employment Opportunities

Internal Auditor

This position is currently open.
Public?: 
Public
Division: 
Gaming Commission
Reports To: 
Gaming Commission Executive Director
Type of Position: 
Regular Full Time
Location: 
Absentee Shawnee Tribe / 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr. / Shawnee, OK 74801
The Internal Auditor is to ensure that gaming operation(s) meet the Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS) of the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), follows approved policies and procedures, and complies with the Tribal-State Compact. The Internal auditor is also responsible for communicating any instances of non-compliance or any material weaknesses in the casino’s internal control system.  The Internal Auditor will investigate criminal activities, and will have the lead in directing investigations of casino-related financial improprieties, such as shortages, cage or vault theft, accounting fraud, etc.

Responsibilities & Duties

  • Develop, implement, and review/audit schedules as identified in the NIGC MICS, Tribal-State Compact, Tribal Gaming Ordinance and applicable Tribal, Federal, and State laws.
  • Prepares written audit reports.
  • Investigate, report findings, make recommendations and follow-up regarding variances, material exceptions, deviations or any issues of financial impropriety.
  • Analyze the revenue reporting process through a random sampling of data in accordance with NIGC MICS, Tribal-State Compact, and Tribal Gaming Ordinance to ensure compliance, consistency and proper documentation.
  • Analyze the reliability and integrity of financial and operation information and the means used to identify measure, classify and report such information.
  • Observe and analyze gaming procedures to ensure that employees are complying with established policies and procedures and gaming regulations.
  • Reports violations of internal control procedures to Executive Director.
  • Performs surprise audits to ensure compliance with NIGC MICS, Tribal-State Compact, and Tribal Gaming Ordinance standards.
  • Policy and procedure review (TICS and SICS)
  • Assists External Auditors and Compliance Officers as necessary.
  • Acts with discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive material.
  • Works with outside agencies such as law enforcement, when deemed necessary.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualifications

Education and Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree with major course work in accounting or related field preferred; or at least AA/AS/AAS or equivalent units with major course work in business, accounting or related field required.
  • Two (2) or more years auditing experience, preferably in the gaming industry, banking, and/or CPA firm required.
  • Must be of high moral character and reputation to promote public confidences in gaming by the Tribe
  • Must have excellent organizational skills. 
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills.
  • Understanding of Microsoft Works, Excel, and Peachtree Accounting Software.
  • Must have the ability to work irregular hours and/or weekends.
  • Must possess strong skills in applying complete fact finding, analytical and problem solving method and technique.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, communication, human relations, and decision-making skills.
  • Possess strong interpersonal skills and have mature judgment and initiative.
  • Must have the ability to process information effectively, to learn new materials, identify and define problems and to make decisions.
  • Must understand and practice good business ethics, morals, and have a high level of confidentiality.  
  • Must be able to travel if necessary.
  • Must be able to pass a drug test for pre-employment for the Tribe.
  • Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License. 
  • Must be able to pass a background check and obtain an Absentee Shawnee Tribal Gaming License. 
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
  • Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend or kneel for long periods of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking, hearing and visual acuity.
  • Frequent lifting (up to 15 lbs)
  • Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs)
Working Conditions
  • Normal casino environment (will be in a smoking environment occasionally)
  • Normal office hours
  • Flexible hours as needed (weeks, nights, and holidays)
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (AST) is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates. AST will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments.
Native American Preference/EEO/Drug Free/Smoke Free Workplace
Posted Date: 
1 day 18 hours ago