Senior Auditor II- Audits

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Job Description - Senior Auditor II
- Performance Audits (2500056J)

Job Description

Senior Auditor II
- Performance Audits - ( 2500056J )

Description

Posting Number 2024-42

SALARY RANGE (Grade 13) CSA
319: $70,654.35 - $ (Commensurate with experience)

This position will be based out of the Boston
,
Brockton ,
Marlboro ,
or Chicopee
OSA offices.

Please indicate your geographical preference in office location when applying per the application instructions below.

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) offers a unique opportunity to work in a government environment that is high profile and has high expectations but is also committed to sustaining a healthy work/life balance.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Supervise and/or participate in the conduct of various performance audits of state agencies, departments, programs, and vendors who contract with the Commonwealth.

Contribute to efforts that lead to quality audit work and the preparation of audit reports in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards.

Performance auditors typically examine the performance, impact, and management of government programs and policies.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Work under the direct supervision of either an Audit Supervisor or an Audit Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Exercise direct supervision over Field Auditors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Senior Auditors in the Office of the State Auditor are expected to carry out the following work:

On smaller, less complicated audit engagements, oversee all aspects of the day-to-day activities of the audit, including the planning, supervision of the filed staff, the conduct of all audit work, and the preparation of comprehensive audit reports in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards.

On larger, more complex audits, work under the supervision of an Audit Supervisor, performing various assigned audit tasks that include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Researching pertinent laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and other criteria relevant to the audit.

· Completing standard audit forms and documents relevant to the audit.

· Assigning audit procedures to staff members to complete and monitoring their progress, ensuring the accurate and timely completion of the audit work in accordance with applicable standards.

· Providing on-the-job training and reviewing performance of Field Auditors in all aspects of the audit process, including the development of audit findings, interviewing, report writing, problem resolution, etc.

· Helping develop and prepare audit findings and corresponding comprehensive recommendations that improve performance, provide cost savings, and increase accountability.

· Reviewing audit reports and supporting work papers for content, accuracy and completeness.

· Participating in meetings/presentations with agency representatives relative to the conduct of the audit.

· Conducting performance evaluations of assigned audit staff members.

· Working collaboratively with the Audit Supervisor in fostering positive relationships among the audit staff and auditees.

· Assist management in planning and implement studies to determine the effectiveness of methods, systems, procedures, etc.

· Performing other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will possess and/or demonstrate the following:

· A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or another major that requires the extensive use of research and analytical skills.

· At least five years’ full-time or equivalent part-time experience, the major duties of which included experience in auditing, data analysis, program or policy evaluation or research.

An advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MPA, MS Accounting, MS Finance) or relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CGFM, CFE, CISA) may be substituted for up to two years of experience.

· An advanced knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS).

· Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office software suite.

· Strong analytical, communication, and critical thinking skills and the ability to be creative.

· Strong collaboration,…