February 2013 AUDIT WIRE President’ s Message Dear Members, I would like to personally welcome all the new members to the Chapter and extend heartfelt congratulations to those who have recently achieved an IIA designation. Your commitment to the Internal Audit profession and your career is commendable. Along those lines, this month’ s luncheon topic, Managing Your Personal Brand, should provide some valuable insight. We have numerous exciting Chapter events planned this year. Please join us on September 22 nd at the Astros baseball game. Thank you to all who participated in the Woodlands network event. It was a great opportunity to catch up with Internal Audit colleagues. If you are interested in being a speaker for the Houston Chapter ’ s Annual Conference in April 2016, please be sure to provide your submission. The deadline is September 18, 2015. Plans are already underway for another outstanding conference. We look forward to working with the University of Houston’ s Internal Audit Student Association this year. Best of luck as you begin the fall semester. Your Chapter leaders are eager to hear from you regarding all aspects of the Chapter’ s activities throughout the year. If you need to reach out to any of the Chapter Officers, please find their contact information at https:// chapters.theiia.org/houston/About. I look forward to seeing you at this month’ s luncheon and Astros networking event. Connie Khawaja Houston Chapter President [email protected]IIA HOUSTON SEPTEMBER 2015 Page 1 AUDIT WIRE MONTHLY INSIGHTS President’s Message 1 Luncheon and Registration 2-3 New Members & Certifications 4 Annual Conference 5 Southern Regional Conference 6 CIA Review Course 7 University of Houston 8 Networking Event & Membership Survey 9 CAP Update 10 Job Postings 11-12
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February 2013 AUDIT WIRE
President’s Message Dear Members, I would like to personally welcome all the new members to the Chapter and extend heartfelt congratulations to those who have recently achieved an IIA designation. Your commitment to the Internal Audit profession and your career is commendable. Along those lines, this month’s luncheon topic, Managing Your Personal Brand, should provide some valuable insight. We have numerous exciting Chapter events planned this year. Please join us on September 22nd at the Astros baseball game. Thank you to all who participated in the Woodlands network event. It was a great opportunity to catch up with Internal Audit colleagues. If you are interested in being a speaker for the Houston Chapter’s Annual Conference in April 2016, please be sure to provide your submission. The deadline is September 18, 2015. Plans are already underway for another outstanding conference. We look forward to working with the University of Houston’s Internal Audit Student Association this year. Best of luck as you begin the fall semester. Your Chapter leaders are eager to hear from you regarding all aspects of the Chapter’s activities throughout the year. If you need to reach out to any of the Chapter Officers, please find their contact information at https://chapters.theiia.org/houston/About.
I look forward to seeing you at this month’s luncheon and Astros networking event. Connie Khawaja Houston Chapter President [email protected]
The monthly luncheon meetings are held at the Petroleum Club.
This great downtown venue is located at 1201 Louisiana St. on the top floor of the downtown Total building. The seated plate lunch begins at 11:30, with the program beginning at noon. Both public and valet parking are available. Please note valet parking is cash only.
Please note online registration is open until 9:00AM the day of the event, and as a result walk-in registration is no longer active.
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Luncheon Topics and Speaker Information
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PRESIDENT Connie Khawaja ABM Industries VP ADMINISTRATION Wilson Van Tine Phillips 66 VP FINANCE Ed Tucker HMT Inc. VP COMMUNICATIONS Eric Murray Deloitte VP ACADEMIC RELATIONS Jamie DuBray Chevron VP TECHNOLOGY Mary Hall Texas Children’s VP SEMINARS Greg Bone Anadarko VP MEMBERSHIP Lauren Harris PwC SECRETARY Radha Ahya Plains All American NEWSLETTER EDITORS Jamie Dugas Deloitte Jenny Meyers Deloitte
Pricing: Early IIA Member: $30
Non-Member and Regular Registration IIA Member: $40
Valet Parking Available: $10 (Cash Only)
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Upcoming Topics and Speakers
Date Topic(s) Speaker(s)
September 14 Managing Your Personal Brand Tommy Karam
October 5 How to Become a Strategic Auditor Dr. Paul L. Walker
November 2 Court Cases Involving Auditors & Audit Committee James Fargason
December 7 The Wizard of Oz TJ Qatato
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Speaker: Tommy Karam, Senior Instructor, L.S.U. College of Business
Dr. Tommy Karam is a senior instructor in the E.J. Ourso College of Business at L.S.U. and teaches in the Flores MBA program. His areas of specialization are sports marketing, negotiations, and personal branding. He works with NCAA and NFL players and coaches on media training and personal branding.
Luncheon Topic: “Managing Your Personal Brand”
Summary of Topic:
In this session, participants will: • Understand the importance of personal branding and why it is imperative for your future
possibilities of career advancement • Explore the two most powerful methods to improve your personal brand • Identify methods to effectively use techniques that will improve your personal brand • Discuss potential benefits of paying attention to your personal brand and how you are
perceived
Objectives:
At the conclusion of the session, participants will be able to: • Understand ways to protect and present a positive personal brand • Understand how to use your personal brand when interacting with clients • Understand how to be more effective in presentations and company meetings • Understand how your personal brand can positively impact the company brand
Date: September 14, 2015
Experience level: Basic
Prerequisites: None Recommended
CPE Hours: 1
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Welcome to our New Members!
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New Members & Certification Holders
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We would like to extend a warm welcome to our new members! If you see these people at the monthly luncheon, please be sure to introduce yourself!
Please ensure your member profile is updated by visiting www.theiia.org in order to continue receiving Houston Chapter announcements and communications.
David Kirtland (CRMA) Kelly Ragsdale (CIA) Tam Vo (CIA) Paul Broyles (CIA) Emily Brooks (CIA) Benfred Paul Carillo (CIA)
Roderick Roberson (CIA) James Krueger (CIA) Rebecca Noe (CIA) Amie Babin (CIA) Kenneth Hopkins (CIA) Charles Hyder (CIA)
Mercedes Watkins (CIA) Megan Marse (CIA) Kelli Unkle (CIA) Christopher Ripps (CIA) Bobby Mathews (CIA) London Shelton (CIA)
Congratulations New Certification Holders!
The following members have recently obtained IIA certifications!
Ben Brown (Phillips 66) Chakeitha Thornton (LyondellBasell Industries)
The Houston Chapter’s Seventh Annual Conference will be held on Monday, April 11, 2016 at NRG Stadium. We are currently accepting nominations for concurrent session speakers. The session tracks are Audit Leadership, Internal Audit Best Practices, IT, Fraud, and Current Hot Topics. If you would like to be considered as a speaker for one of these sessions, please submit the following to Lynne Renshaw, Conference Program Chair, at [email protected]: • An overview of your session topic including bullet points on what the participants will learn (75-150 words) • A brief bio to be used in the conference program (100 word max) • A color photo to be used in the conference program • A summary of your speaker credentials and experience (300 word max) Please note that submission does not guarantee inclusion in the conference program and any incomplete submissions will not be considered. The deadline for submissions is September 18, 2015. Thank you so much for your interest, and we look forward to seeing everyone at the conference.
What: 2015 IIA Southern Regional Conference When: November 8-11, 2015 Where: New Orleans, LA, at the Sheraton Hotel The IIA and IIA–Baton Rouge and IIA–New Orleans Chapters are excited to host the 2015 Southern Regional Conference. CAEs, auditors, and audit professionals will have the opportunity to learn, share, and network with the industry’s most respected leaders. Core topics will include governance and risk management, ethics and fraud, IT, and emerging trends in enhancing proficiency and executing audit plans. The SRC Conference will take place November 8-11, 2015, at the Sheraton New Orleans in New Orleans, LA and offers you exceptional opportunities for: • Network and knowledge sharing with industry peers from around the region. • Tools and techniques to enhance proficiency in planning and executing audit plans and
communicating with key stakeholders. • Industry-specific tracks for those interested in government, healthcare, and financial
institutions. • Connecting with industry suppliers in the Exhibition Hall, featuring the latest products and
services to support your profession. Attendance is limited, so secure your place now. Earn up to 18 CPE hours! Register today at http://www.theiia.org/goto/SRC to save US$100 now and ensure your place at the 2015 Southern Regional Conference!
CIA REVIEW COURSE FOR THE HOUSTON IIA CHAPTER The CIA Review Course was a BIG SUCCESS!! It was held on July 20-24, 2015 at the University of Houston, CT College of Business. This course was offered to assist candidates in their preparation for successful completion of the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) examination and instructed by Dr. Glenn Sumners from Louisiana State University. • Good luck ‘Candidates’ on taking and passing the CIA Exam!! • We had a full class all five days and received excellent feedback from the participants! • Many thanks to Dr. Sumners and all of the participants for making the class a great
success! • Questions about Certification, please contact the Houston Chapter Certification Chair,
Greetings from the University of Houston! Internal Audit Student Association (IASA) officers had a busy month preparing for the fall semester to begin. IASA officers attended the Bauer Officer Orientation for training on monthly reporting, corporate sponsorship, room reservation, recruiting mixer, Rockwell Career Center services and events, and leadership development. We are all ready to start the semester! IASA officers, together with other student organization officers, helped the college’s Rockwell Career Center with the career mixer for Accounting and Finance majors. We helped to welcome employers, directing them to their booths, and setting up their booths. It was a successful day with many employers and students attending. IASA is looking forward to recruiting new members as the semester begins!
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University of Houston IASA Update
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IASA Officers helped UH Rockwell Career Center at the Career Mixer
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
IASA Officers attended the Bauer Officer Orientation Tuesday, August 18, 2015
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Astros Networking Event & Membership Survey
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Houston Astros Network Event
Come mingle at this Houston IIA
members only event!
When? September 22, 2015 @ 6PM to 10 PM; first pitch at 7:10PM Who? Houston IIA Members Exclusively Where? Budweiser Patio @ Minute Maid Park; 501 Crawford Street Why? This event will present an opportunity to mingle with your fellow IIA members and enjoy the Houston Astros. The cost is $25, which includes a $20 voucher for food and drinks. Register here! http://www.cvent.com/d/crqvjv
Membership Survey
Thank you to all who completed our membership survey. The results have been analyzed and provided to the officers. Your feedback is extremely valuable and we will be using it to improve our service offerings and member benefits. As a thank you, we had a random drawing for two gift cards. Congratulations to Theresa Watson and Carol Rodriguez! They each received an Amazon gift card for completing the survey. If you have additional questions, suggestions or comments, please contact Lauren Elkins Harris, VP of Membership at [email protected].
Chapter Achievement Points (CAP)! What’s Your Points?!
One of the ways we gauge our success as a Chapter is through the Chapter Achievement Program (CAP). CAP points are earned for our accomplishments in three areas: • Service to Members • Service to the Profession • Chapter Administration
The Houston Chapter has achieved Platinum status for the past eight years by reaching the IIA’s established point goals! As of July 31, 2015, we have earned 171.71 CAP points. The Chapter earns points in a variety of ways. For example, offering speaker events like the monthly luncheons and The Woodlands Networking Event, assisting universities and students to promote the profession, and completing administrative activities for the Chapter. There are also many ways for our members to earn points. To name a few you could, • Speak about the profession or internal audit related topics to others outside of
your company • Submit exam questions for the CIA exam • Participate in an IIA-sponsored Quality Review • Participate in IIA research projects • Teach in Junior Achievement • Submit an article to the Internal Auditor (extra points for getting published!) Click here for a complete listing. To everyone who submitted, thank you for providing CAP points for our Chapter and giving back to the profession! See listing on the following page. If you perform any of the applicable service to profession activities during our new chapter year (June 1, 2015 – May 31, 2016), we would love to hear from you. Please submit your activities to [email protected]. For more information, see the CAP section of our website. Thanks for your help! Rumy Jaleel-Khan Former President and CAP Administrator
LOCATION: Houston, Texas DEPARTMENT: Internal Audit JOB TITLE: Internal Audit Associate COMPANY NAME: Atwood Oceanics HOURS: 7:30am – 5:30am (Monday – Thursday); 8am – 12pm (Friday) COMPANY PROFILE: Atwood Oceanics is a leading offshore drilling company engaged in the drilling and completion of exploration and development wells for the global oil and gas industry. Our versatile drilling fleet consists of four ultra-deepwater drillships (two of which are under construction), two ultra-deepwater semisubmersibles, two deepwater semisubmersibles and five high-specification jackups. We are recognized as an industry leader in providing safe, reliable and efficient drilling services for our clients in accordance with Our Guiding Principles. JOB DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, the Internal Audit Associate will perform procedures, as part of audits, to verify the accuracy of records and compliance with standards, policies and procedures. The Internal Audit Associate will help others on the team to administer and complete a full range of assurance activities, including audit and consultative projects: financial, controls, and operational. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Apply knowledge of audit procedures, including planning, techniques, sampling, and testing methods involved in conducting audits. Work with and efficiently access computerized accounting and audit record-keeping systems. Gather, analyze, and evaluate facts and assist in discovering issues and deficiency and in the preparation of reports and presentations. Review pertinent documents to verify and maintain a sufficient audit trail for records. Assist in writing audit recommendations and parts of the audit reports. Periodically perform inventory and capital spares observations. Perform compliance testing of the company’s internal control systems. Work effectively in assessing areas including, but not limited to: cash controls, inventory, other assets, accrued liabilities, safeguarding of assets, segregation of duties, monitoring controls, compliance with regulatory requirements, etc. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Business. Minimum one (1) year experience in public accounting, internal auditing, or related business. Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, auditing procedures and standards, COSO, and working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Willingness to pursue targeted certifications (CPA, CIA, CA, CISA). High degree of ethics and integrity, and able to maintain confidentiality of Company information. Good analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Unrestricted passport and able to travel internationally (20-40%). Work semi-independently with general supervision. CLOSING DATE: 30 day posting or September 30, 2015 TO APPLY: Please apply online at: www.atwd.com/careers for the Internal Audit Associate Position
LOCATION: Houston, Texas (77002 - Downtown) DEPARTMENT: Internal Audit JOB TITLE: Auditor III COMPANY NAME: Enbridge Energy COMPANY PROFILE: We are Enbridge Energy and with over 10,000 team members throughout the United States and Canada, we operate the world's longest crude oil and liquids pipeline system, located in both Canada and the United States. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform risk and control assessments of areas under audit consideration. Provide
recommendations for problem resolution. Responsible for establishing the audit scope, objectives, audit programs and procedures to effectively address the risks, controls and governance issues identified.
• Evaluate internal controls and/or audit procedures. Identify opportunities for improvement on the operational processes and business cycles audited. Obtain, analyze, and appraise evidential data as a basis for creating an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the processes being reviewed.
• Prepare formal reports for management regarding the adequacy and effectiveness of financial, operational and project controls and the efficiency and effectiveness with which activities are carried out (provide value-added recommendations where applicable). Coordinate with appropriate levels of management regarding the evaluation of the effectiveness of processes and controls across Enbridge.
• Follow up on remediation of the findings with the client's management and assure all outstanding audit issues are closed effectively and timely. Provide guidance and training for junior team members.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: • University degree, IT or Engineering, and/or Business degree in Finance, or Accounting is
required. Completion or near completion of a professional designation desired (CPA or CIA). • A minimum of 4 years of audit, internal controls, finance or accounting experience – internal audit
experience would be an asset. Understanding of internal controls, audit methodology, audit procedures, audit sampling techniques, and IIA auditing standards.
• Ability to facilitate, negotiate and influence at all levels of the organization. Demonstrated initiative and ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and meet deadlines.
CLOSING DATE: This position will be open until filled TO APPLY: Applicants may apply by visiting this link or on our website www.enbridge.com: https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=8121&company=enbridge&username=
