Performance Auditor (Lead)

Role Description

This is senior level lead professional audit and investigation work in the areas of performance, financial auditing and budget review. Incumbents perform complex auditing assignments in assigned functional areas. Work is performed under the general supervision of a senior Auditor, and assignments are reviewed for accuracy, completeness and adherence to generally accepted auditing principles, techniques and procedures.

Examples of Work

• Performs complex audit assignments in assigned functional areas.
• Prepares and assists in the preparation of audit reports.
• Leads and coordinates subordinates.
• Designs and prepares working papers which document the evidence collected and examined during the course of the audit.
• Participates in conferences and hearings and makes suggestions regarding audit findings and recommendations.
• Reviews and analyzes budget proposals.
• Assists in conducting programmatic reviews on sensitive issues specially requested by the County Council, assigned by the County Auditor or Audit Manager.
• Takes the lead in planning the review approach and coverage of the special projects, with limited guidance and instruction on the scope of the reviews.
• Collects and analyzes data, and prepares reports summarizing findings and conclusions, and setting forth recommendations about these special issues, as appropriate.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs such tasks and responsibilities which may not be specifically listed in the class specifications or position description, to include, but not limited to, assisting with budgetary review and conducting investigations of allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse reported to the office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in auditing and/or accounting.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
• EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Eight (8) or more years of professional experience in auditing and/or accounting.

Conditions of Employment

• Upon selection, the candidate must meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee.
• This position is essential. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Eligibility to Work

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed.