AUDITOR I

Position Summary

The Auditor I conducts audits of financial statements, operational processes, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, agency policies, and accounting standards. Responsibilities include identifying risks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement; recommending and monitoring corrective actions; preparing audit reports with findings and recommendations; evaluating new processes, systems, and projects for control adequacy; conducting special audits and investigations; staying current on auditing and accounting standards; and assisting with the development and improvement of audit methodologies, procedures, and tools.

This position requires on-site employment with no remote or hybrid options available.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of experience using AASIS/S4 Hana.
• At least two years of experience managing federal grants and preparing grant-related reports using the SF-9130, SF-424, and Payment Management System (PMS).

Job Responsibilities and Expected Results

• Prepare required monthly and quarterly federal grant reports, including the SF-9130 and other applicable reports.
• Submit federal grant applications using the SF-424 and other applicable forms.
• Provide monthly expenditure reports to directors and management staff.
• Reconcile expenditures with the Payment Management System (PMS).
• Request federal fund drawdowns through PMS.
• Monitor and assess financial activity and communicate monthly and quarterly results to program financial staff.
• Respond to requests for assistance from program staff.
• Train new staff on grant management processes.
• Serve as team lead in the Finance Supervisor’s absence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Information

Job Series: Financial – Auditors

Classification: Auditor I

Class Code: FAU03P

Pay Grade: SPC01

Salary Range: $58,700 – $86,876

Job Summary

The Auditor I is responsible for examining and evaluating an agency’s or organization's financial records, operations, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This role involves conducting audits to identify risks, inefficiencies, or irregularities and providing actionable recommendations to improve processes. The Auditor I works closely with management and a variety of assorted personnel in an attempt to ensure financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and organizational effectiveness.

Primary Responsibilities

Conduct thorough audits of financial statements, operational processes, and internal controls. Examine financial records and transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and accounting standards. Identify risks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and provide recommendations to strengthen internal controls and processes. Prepare detailed audit reports outlining findings, conclusions, and recommendations for management. Monitor and follow up on the implementation of corrective actions and process improvements. Assess compliance with agency or organizational policies, industry regulations, and accounting standards. Collaborate with management to evaluate new processes, systems, or projects for potential risks and control adequacy. Conduct special audits or investigations related to fraud, compliance violations, or other high-risk areas. Stay updated with changes in regulations, industry standards, and best practices in auditing and accounting. Assist in the development and improvement of auditing methodologies, procedures, and tools.

Knowledge and Skills

Ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills to build collaborative relationships with a variety of assorted personnel. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and agency or organizational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Effective written and verbal communication skills to present findings and recommendations clearly.

High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A 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.