Audit Manager Contracts & Supply Management

Summary

Ready to lead with purpose Join the U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General (USPS OIG) as an Audit Manager in our Contracts & Supply Management Directorate located in

• Bethesda MD
• Carol Stream IL
• Denver CO

Bring your skills and voice to our team!

Duties

About the Directorate
The Contracts & Supply Management directorate oversees major Postal Service contracting efforts to determine if costs operations and risks are being effectively and efficiently controlled by current policies initiatives and practices. The directorate leverages data-driven insights and advance techniques to issue audit reports about contracting purchasing and supply management programs.

To learn more about what we do visit: Office of Audit About Us

About the Position
You will manage staff performing audits and reviews related to Postal Service programs and operations. This includes audit planning research project engagement reporting and evaluating internal controls compliance and risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct audit projects to ensure compliance with OIG policies and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.
• Plan and oversee audit scope methodology research data analysis and field work execution to ensure sufficient relevant and reliable evidence.
• Conduct and oversee research on complex audit issues involving major uncertainties in approach or interpretation.
• Review write and edit and communicate audit findings and reports to management.
• Prepare audit project records data and status reports.
• Assist in evaluating overall audit results and identifying solutions to complex audit challenges.
• Identify unique issues where no policy exists and recommend innovative actions.

Leadership & Management Duties

• Manage day-to-day work of staff including scheduling assigning projects and ensuring continuous progress toward goals.
• Provide advisory services and authoritative policy interpretations in audit-related areas.
• Counsel develop and guide subordinate staff to meet audit objectives and strengthen data and audit capabilities.
• Facilitate meetings to bring shared understanding of job objectives roles and report messages.
• Exercise sound business acumen in building a workforce aligned with organizational goals operating needs and budget considerations.
• Lead equitable recruitment selection training awards and assignments under the Equal Opportunity Program.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Present oral briefings to Postal Service and external management officials.
• Represent the OIG in meetings with USPS leaders other agencies vendors and external organizations.
• Negotiate agreements advocate audit recommendations and influence approval and implementation of agency-wide solutions and plans.
• Assist in implementing agency-wide program goals assessing performance measures and recommending program improvements.

The duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agencys needs at the time of hire. The preceding description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Moderate Background Investigation (MBI) clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued credit card.
• May be required to successfully complete a 12-month probationary period.

Qualifications

Position Minimum Qualifications (Mandatory)
You must meet all the minimum qualifications listed below.

Professional Experience (Mandatory)

• Four (4) years of full-time experience in leading complex multi-location audits evaluations assessments and/or reviews at an OIG or similar audit organization. Your resume must reflect where when and how you gained this experience.

Education Requirements (Mandatory)
Applicant must meet one of the following:

• A degree in auditing or in a related field (see below for list of acceptable fields) such as business administration finance public administration or accounting (transcripts required).

OR

• A combination of education and experience involving at least four (4) years of full-time experience in Performance Auditing or equivalent combination of education and training that provided professional auditing knowledge. The background must also include:
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA); OR
  • Completion of a degree with at least 15 semester hours in accounting or auditing (transcripts required).

Related Degrees (Optional / Acceptable Fields)

Business-Related Fields

• Auditing Accounting Business Administration Economics Finance International Business Management Marketing Organizational Behavior/Psychology etc.

Government-Related Fields

• Criminal Justice Political Science Public Administration Public Policy Law Public Relations/Communications etc.

Technical Fields

• Engineering Cybersecurity Data Science/Analytics Information Security Information Assurance Networking Human Resources Information Technology Computer Science Journalism/Investigative Reporting Logistics Contracts/Supply Chain Management etc.

Desirable Qualifications (Optional)

• Knowledge of Postal Service transportation operations activities and performance.
• Knowledge of contracts or contract fraud.
• Advanced degree in a related field.
• Intellectual curiosity and experience in developing strategic solutions to complex problems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient report writing and reviewing skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.
• Proficiency in data analytic tools such as R ACL Python or similar platforms with a strong ability to apply programming skills for advanced data analysis and visualization to enhance audit processes and decision-making.

Professional Certifications (Optional)

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Other relevant audit or financial certifications.

Evaluation Factors How you will be evaluated:
You must have the experience knowledge and skills as listed in each of the evaluation factors listed below. Include your major accomplishments relevant to the position requirements and factors in your resume.

• Mastery of auditing theory concepts principles and practices to conduct complex assignments involving interfaces and inter-relationships between and among programs systems functions policies and various issues.
• Knowledge of the OIG (or similar organization) mission operations and relationship of audit functions to agency management.
• Skill in planning work to be accomplished by subordinates; setting priorities; evaluating performance; giving advice counsel and instructions; effecting minor disciplinary actions; and identifying developmental and training needs.
• Skill in defining complex audit problems analyzing alternatives and recommending solutions.
• Ability to clearly and concisely present ideas in writing and in oral briefings.

Failure to demonstrate that you meet all the evaluation factor requirements as listed above will result in a score of zero (0) an ineligible status and you will not be referred for further consideration.

Education

Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Applicants can verify accreditation here: .

Special Instructions for Candidates with Foreign Education:
Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in U.S. education programs. You must submit all necessary documents to a private U.S. credential evaluation service to interpret equivalency of your education against courses given in U.S. accredited colleges and universities.
For further information visit:

Additional information

About the OIG What We Do
Americas Postal Service is one of the governments most trusted entities. The US Postal Service Office of Inspector General an independent agency within the Postal Service employs over 800 auditors criminal investigators and professional support personnel stationed in over ninety locations. The OIG plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and accountability of Americas Postal Service its revenue and assets and its employees.

The USPS OIG audits and reviews are designed to protect assets and revenue ensure efficient and economical mail delivery and safeguard the integrity of the postal system. We perform audits and reviews in compliance with standards published by the Comptroller General of the United States the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board the Institute of Internal Auditors and the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency.

Reasonable Accommodations

• Reasonable accommodation available for applicants with disabilities.
• Submit requests to ; decisions made case-by-case.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Required Experience:

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