Committee on Personnel

AGENDA Committee on Personnel August 13, 2024 at 1:30 PM Lansing City Hall, City Council Conference Room 124 W. Michigan Avenue, 10th Floor To provide input or ask questions on any item that is listed on the agenda, members of the public may contact the City Council at city.council@lansingmi.gov or (517) 483-4177 prior to the meeting. UPDATED 8/12/2024 Council Member Hussain, Chairperson Council Member Garza, Vice Chairperson Council Member Spadafore, Member Council Member Jackson, Member 1. Call to Order 2. Public Comment on Agenda Items (Up to 3 Minutes) 3. Discussion/Action: A. City Council Internal Auditor Interview - Candidate #21115660 B. DISCUSSION - Internal Auditor Position 4. Adjourn Persons with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in these meetings should contact the City Council Office at 517-483-4177 (TTY 711) 24 hour notice may be needed for certain accommodations. An attempt will be made to grant all reasonable accommodation requests. Page 1 of 9 OHC - Print Job Application https://secure.neogov.com/hiringcenter/print/smejobapplication/41cbba... EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION City of Lansing Received: 6/6/24, 6:12 PM 124 W Michigan Avenue For Official Use Only: QUAL:________ Lansing, Michigan - 48933 DNQ:_________ http://www.lansingmi.gov (http://www.lansingmi.gov) □ Experience Municipal Internal Auditor □ Training □ Other:_______ PERSONAL INFORMATION POSITION TITLE: Job Number: Municipal Internal Auditor 00325 NAME: (Last, First, Middle) PERSON ID: 21115660 ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code) EMAIL ADDRESS: PREFERENCES SHIFTS YOU WILL ACCEPT: Day WHAT TYPE OF JOB ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Regular TYPES OF WORK YOU WILL ACCEPT: Full Time EDUCATION SCHOOL NAME: The University of Michigan LOCATION:(City , State) DID YOU GRADUATE? DEGREE RECEIVED: Flint, MI ■ Yes □ No Bachelor's MAJOR/MINOR: UNITS COMPLETED: Accounting 8 WORK EXPERIENCE DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from July/2019 to July/2024 Various Account & Audit roles manager ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): 2338 S Penn Ave Lansing, MI 48910 PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (810) 919-3333 charles randall ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: # OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: 40 $12,000.00 1 DUTIES: Available upon request REASON FOR LEAVING: looking for a challenge and to give back to the community. DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from July/2018 to July/2019 Lansing Board of Water and Light Internal Audit Senior ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): washington Lansing, MI 48910 Page 2 of 9 1 of 8 6/17/2024, 7:38 AM OHC - Print Job Application https://secure.neogov.com/hiringcenter/print/smejobapplication/41cbba... PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (517) 702-6006 Dick P. - CEO ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: 40 $10,000.00 DUTIES: Lead and perform internal audit engagements and test steps. Perform annual risk assessment and audit planning schedule. Prepare and review workpapers to document audit testing to support reported results. Present results to business owners and management. REASON FOR LEAVING: . DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from October/2016 to January/2018 AF Group Internal Audit Manager ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): Grand ave Lansing, MI 48910 PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (800) 555-1212 Michael ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: # OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: 40 $10,000.00 4 DUTIES: Manage audit team and preform risk-based audits of business processes and controls. Consider, design and supervise data analysis to increase audit efficiency and effectiveness. Prepare and present ad-hoc and management reporting, including the Audit Committee of Board of Directors. Develop working relationships with key leaders within the organization. Prepare and review workpapers to document audit testing to support reported results. Present results to business owners and management. REASON FOR LEAVING: . DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from February/2016 to October/2016 Toukan & Company Client Service Director ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): charring dr Westerville, OH 43081 PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (614) 901-7100 Mr Toukan ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: 40 $10,000.00 DUTIES: Manage and preform audit and reviews of financial statements for various industries, including for profit and non-profit, as well as, employee benefit plans. Assess risks of financial statement misstatement, identify testing approach and considerations, perform testing account balances and accounting transactions, and prepare financial statements and related disclosures. Address as needed the existence of ITGC and application controls, internal controls for financial reporting, and accuracy of financial reporting. REASON FOR LEAVING: . DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from November/2013 to January/2016 Self Employed Self Employed ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): home address Westerville, OH 43081 PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (810) 919-3333 charles h randall, cpa ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: # OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: 40 $10,000.00 1 Page 3 of 9 2 of 8 6/17/2024, 7:38 AM OHC - Print Job Application https://secure.neogov.com/hiringcenter/print/smejobapplication/41cbba... DUTIES: Advise, lead and supervise components of continuously improving business processes including; accounting / finance, IT systems, enterprise risk management, audit, and compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations. Clients include: Cooper Tire & Rubber, Marathon Petroleum Corporation, M/I Homes, Sabarro, LLC, Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation o Process standardization / documentation; control identification, application mapping, key stakeholders and handoffs o Internal control testing related to: Financial Statements, Inventory, Journal Entries, Account Reconciliations, Month-End Close, Treasury, Equity-based compensation, Capital lease, and Leasehold improvement valuation. o Design IT risk assessment process, audit plan, audit test steps, supervise testing and assess impact of results. Topics included: ITGC / SDLC and Application Controls, NIST Security Controls. o Co-Champion implementation of audit management system (Teammate). o Strategically advising on board of directors reporting timeline, content and subject matter. o Interview chiefs of staff for annual / continuous risk assessment. REASON FOR LEAVING: Located a full-time, permanent position with a connection to the community, impactful presence with clients, expanding knowledge, skills and abilities. DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from January/2009 to November/2013 Mission Essential Personnel, LLP Director - Internal Audit ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): unk Columbus, OH 43215 PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (800) 555-1212 Susan Zidek - General Counsel ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: # OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: 40 $9,000.00 3 DUTIES: (Federal Government Contractor) • Stood-up internal audit program from ground zero using IPPF framework for risk-control based testing to PCAOB requirements aligned with Defense Contract Audit Agency –Contract Audit Manual. Audit charter included compliance with laws and regulations, accuracy of management reporting (operational and financial), and efficient use of company resources (lean 6 sigma type process improvement). Internal control universe included: IT- General Controls, IT-Application Controls, IT-System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), finance / accounting controls, operational controls, compliance process, and control environment. • Managed Department budget (build, spend and forecast) and reported audit findings, department activities and project status to senior management and Board of Managers. Directly managed and supervised staff in project performance, assignment of duties and responsibilities and professional development activities. • Advised Policy Steering Committee in the initial development and continued refinement of company level policies and procedures to be designed for auditability and written clearly for broad scope understanding. • Lead implementation of Cost Accounting Standards process in accordance with Cost Accounting Standards Board. Coordinate with accounting and compliance department in preparation of Accounting System Review IAW FAR 31. • Designed and implemented risk assessment process to develop audit schedule for board approval. Managed and lead audit / investigation teams. Drafted, reviewed and approved audit reports. • Utilized data analytics and continuous controls monitoring to maximize use of audit resources and proactively identify risky business activity. • Interfaced directly with external auditors (DCAA). REASON FOR LEAVING: . DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from March/2005 to November/2008 Ernst & Young, LLP Manager - Business Risk Services ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): detroit Detroit, MI 48226 PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (800) 555-1212 Detroit office ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: # OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: 40 $10,000.00 40 Page 4 of 9 3 of 8 6/17/2024, 7:38 AM OHC - Print Job Application https://secure.neogov.com/hiringcenter/print/smejobapplication/41cbba... DUTIES: • Project manager of 12 US based direct reports and 12 international teams on multi-objective risk based internal audits covering ICoFR (including IT controls) based audits and special projects of $8.5B Tier I Automotive Manufacturing Supplier. Direct interaction with client executives and external financial auditor. Reduced budget 50%, year-over-year, while maintaining testing scope and detail. Managed completion of current year SOXa phase 1 testing 28% under budget. • Reporting and presentation responsibilities including: departmental status reports, special project analysis and results / position memos, and committee / board of directors presentations. • Project management of a cross-functional and multi-disciplinary global team to research and pilot a holistic solution to Segregation of Duties risks, from an application prospective, for $178B Automotive OEM. • Consulting on COSO internal controls (including IT controls) for Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance processes using PCAOB requirements; development and execution of risk based testing approach. Spearheading related special projects; including internal control framework rationalization and optimization, and control testing optimization. Co-led high profile, time sensitive project to identify, document and validate the existence of key controls for the North American operations of $10B Tier I Automotive Manufacturing Supplier. • Directly managed and supervised staff in the performance of project requirements, meeting client needs, and professional development. REASON FOR LEAVING: . DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from July/2000 to March/2005 Champion Enterprises, Inc Internal Auditor Supervisor ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): big beaver rd Troy, MI 48084 PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (800) 555-1212 Stefan ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: # OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: 40 $10,000.00 3 DUTIES: • Co-Led, with Internal Audit Director, all aspects of internal audit department, including special investigations, research projects and department professional development. Communicated with corporate and operational management testing results, findings, issue remediation recommendations, and best practice development. Supervised up to 5 staff members in performance of simultaneous multi-location projects. • Project lead for development of Sarbanes-Oxley - Section 404 compliance using PCAOB standards for all manufacturing facilities (23 locations; $1B net sales, $300M Total Assets). Initial identification of internal controls using COSO framework for non-homogenous accounting and management structure. Identified areas for improvement in Controllers Policies & Procedures Manual and presented roll-out SOxA internal control documentation and testing process at Annual Controllers Conference and Materials Managers’ Conference. Efforts resulted in zero significant deficiencies reported in year one of 302 certification. Interfaced directly with external auditors. REASON FOR LEAVING: . DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from June/1999 to July/2000 Coastlog Industries Ltd Manager - Accounting & Administration ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): unk Novi, MI 48375 PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (800) 555-1212 sree ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: # OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: 40 $10,000.00 1 DUTIES: • Responsible for managing overall strategic planning, budget and cost analysis, and day-to-day financial affairs of $10M annual sales international manufacturing company. • Prepared financial reporting packages and maintained relationship with financing institutions and auditors. • Key member of executive management team involved in long-term corporate strategic planning. • Completed design and implementation of ERP system and trained staff on day-to-day usage. • Point of contact for performance of external and bank audits. REASON FOR LEAVING: . DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from September/1996 to June/1999 Deloitte & Touche, LLP Senior Auditor ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): main st Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Page 5 of 9 4 of 8 6/17/2024, 7:38 AM OHC - Print Job Application https://secure.neogov.com/hiringcenter/print/smejobapplication/41cbba... PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (800) 555-1212 partner ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: # OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: 40 $10,000.00 3 DUTIES: Lead financial statement and compliance audits in accordance with GAAS, GAS and OMB Circular A-133. Manage testing of internal financial control effectiveness and develop recommendations for improvements. Compile and review financial statements with related footnotes of middle market organizations in accordance with GAAP. Performed research of technical accounting issues and determined impact of pronouncements. Client industries: Manufacturing (70%), Government / Not-For-Profit (10%), and Other Industries (20%). REASON FOR LEAVING: . DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from January/1992 to September/1994 Michigan Army National Guard MLRS Technician ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): lake margerete Grayling, MI 49738 PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (800) 555-1212 Governer ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: 4 $10,000.00 DUTIES: National Defense REASON FOR LEAVING: . DATES: EMPLOYER: POSITION TITLE: from June/1988 to January/1992 US Army Track Vehicle Mechanic ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code): 1600 Penn Ave NW Washinton DC, AE 09142 PHONE NUMBER: SUPERVISOR: MAY WE CONTACT THIS EMPLOYER? (800) 555-1212 POTUS ■ Yes □ No HOURS PER WEEK: SALARY: # OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: 40 $10,000.00 4 DUTIES: National Defense Cold War / Operation Desert Shield / Operation Desert Storm REASON FOR LEAVING: . CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES TYPE: CPA - State of Ohio (Inactive) DATE ISSUED: EXPIRATION DATE: NUMBER: ISSUING February 2014 December 2018 CPA.50796 AGENCY: State of Ohio TYPE: CPA - State of Michigan (Inactive) Page 6 of 9 5 of 8 6/17/2024, 7:38 AM OHC - Print Job Application https://secure.neogov.com/hiringcenter/print/smejobapplication/41cbba... DATE ISSUED: EXPIRATION DATE: NUMBER: ISSUING August 2000 December 2013 1101026741 AGENCY: Department of Licensing and Reglatory Affairs TYPE: Certified System Information Auditor (CISA) DATE ISSUED: EXPIRATION DATE: NUMBER: ISSUING April 2019 No expiration AGENCY: Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) SKILLS OFFICE SKILLS: Nothing Entered For This Section OTHER SKILLS: Nothing Entered For This Section LANGUAGE(S): Nothing Entered For This Section SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Professional Associations American Institute of Certified Public Accounts (AICPA) Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA) Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants (OHCPA) - Accounting & Audit Committee – Member (2015-2021) Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Honors & Awards B.B.A - Accounting, with Distinction (GPA: 3.6/4.0) Volunteer Experience Westerville City School District – Audit Committee (2015-Present) Finance Committee - First Presbyterian Church of Fenton, MI (2007-2009) Mott Community College - Citizen/Lay Advisory Committee (2006-2007) Treasurer - Glen Devon Condominium Owners Association (2004-2005) Military Service Various combat and non-combat related awards and honors. Volunteer Experience Westerville City School District - Audit Committee Member (2015-2018) Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants - Accounting and Audit Committee Member (2015-2021) REFERENCES REFERENCE TYPE: NAME: POSITION: Professional Susan Zidek General Counsel ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code) EMAIL ADDRESS: PHONE NUMBER: unknown@email.com (216) 288-7432 REFERENCE TYPE: NAME: POSITION: Professional Jimmy Parker ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code) EMAIL ADDRESS: PHONE NUMBER: unknown1@email.com (630) 460-5087 Page 7 of 9 6 of 8 6/17/2024, 7:38 AM OHC - Print Job Application https://secure.neogov.com/hiringcenter/print/smejobapplication/41cbba... REFERENCE TYPE: NAME: POSITION: Professional Eric Hammond ADDRESS: (Street, City, State, Zip Code) EMAIL ADDRESS: PHONE NUMBER: unknown2@email.com 937-760-8110 Agency - Wide Questions 1. ELIGIBILITY Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States? Documentation of employment eligibility status will be required upon employment. Yes 2. Are you at least eighteen (18) years of age? Yes 3. CITY OF LANSING EMPLOYMENT STATUS Are you now, or have you ever been employed by the City of Lansing? No 4. If Yes, enter the following: • Start Date • End Date • Job Title • Department 5. Please check the appropriate box for your current employment status with the City of Lansing. 6. NEPOTISM DISCLOSURE Are you related to a current City employee/official? No 7. PREVIOUS APPLICATIONS Have you ever applied to the City of Lansing before? Yes 8. If Yes, when? a long time ago. don't remember the position but you have an account for my email address. I'm sure it's on file. 9. GENERAL INFORMATION Wage/Salary Desired in line with experience, educations, knowledge, skills and abilities 10. Availability to work (select all that apply) Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 11. Hours Available 40 12. How did you hear of this vacancy? Internet * 13. * Please Specify world wide web Job Specific Supplemental Questions 1. What is your highest level of education? Bachelor's Degree Page 8 of 9 7 of 8 6/17/2024, 7:38 AM OHC - Print Job Application https://secure.neogov.com/hiringcenter/print/smejobapplication/41cbba... 2. Identify your major or area of concentration this information is in the education section of the application process and the attached resume. BBA-accounting 3. What is your skill level using MS Word? Advanced 4. What is your skill level using MS Excel? Advanced 5. Do you have certification in any of the following? Check all that apply Certified Public Accountant 6. Identify the area(s) that you have professional work experience: Auditing consulting 7. Identify your number of years work experience in this area More than five years 8. Do you have experience with participating in public televised meetings? No By clicking Accept & Submit, I certify that the information I have given on this form or at any time during the application process, including during any medical examination or interview is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand and agree that any misrepresentation, material omission or falsehood will be cause for rejection of this application and for dismissal, if discovered after I have been hired. I agree to undergo a physical examination including drug/alcohol screening at any time, AFTER A CONDITIONAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT IS MADE, at the City's expense, to determine if I can perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. I authorize the City of Lansing to verify any statement contained within this application or offered at any time during the application process, including during any medical examination or interview, and by signing below authorize the City to request the release of any information required. If I am hired, I agree to conform to the Personnel Rules of the City of Lansing, and/or the applicable bargaining unit agreement. I agree that if I am hired, my employment is not for any definite term, and my employment and compensation can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the City of Lansing or myself unless my employment is expressly other than at-will pursuant to a duly-executed collective bargaining agreement or contract. I understand that no representative of the City of Lansing other than the Director of Human Resources or Mayor has any authority to enter into any agreement for employment. Page 9 of 9 8 of 8 6/17/2024, 7:38 AM