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SENIOR AUDITOR
The Senior Auditor is responsible for examining and analyzing accounting records, conducting compliance and/or financial audits, assisting in training other auditors, and implementing quality assurance programs to verify the accuracy and overall efficiency of internal fiscal and administrative controls. This position is governed by state and federal laws, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and agency/institution policy.
Class Code:
A060C
Job Grade:
GS08
Special Job Requirements:
Frequent overnight in-state travel may be required.
Typical Functions:
Conducts programmatic, operational/performance compliance, and financial-related audits of state agencies/institutions, boards, and commissions. Provides technical assistance to state agencies/institutions, boards, and commissions and various business entities by interpreting state and federal fiscal policies and directives with application to state fiscal examination procedures. Reviews financial information to ensure compliance with established criteria, policy, and regulations. Compiles data and audit information for preparation of reports and schedules and records findings and analysis of information for future projections. Reviews and analyzes efficiency of audit procedures and recordkeeping techniques to determine compliance with state and federal laws and state audit fiscal policies and procedures. Explains adjustments and laws via telephone, correspondence, and/or in-person visits, including attendance at administrative hearings. Assists in training other auditors by acting as a group lead on large, complex audits and explaining auditing standards, policies, and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of the principles of regulatory accounting procedures. Knowledge of the principles of auditing procedures. Knowledge of manual and automated accounting systems and procedures. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices and Principles. Ability to interpret and apply rules, laws, and policies to specific situations. Ability to interpret and analyze automated accounting transactions. Ability to use computer software programs to produce reports and correspondence. Ability to lead the work of others.
Minimum Qualifications:
The formal education equivalent of a bachelors degree in accounting, finance or a related field; plus four years of experience in accounting, auditing or a related field with one yearin an organizational auditing capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Required Certificates:
None
Exempt:
E
