Auditor 1

Compensation Salary Grade: 18 Salary Range: $66,951 - $85,138 annually Auditor Trainee 1: $53,764 - $68,630 Auditor Trainee 2: $59,994 - $76,359 Working Hours Compressed work week: Monday through Wednesday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Thursday 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM; Friday is a pass day. Total hours per week: 37.5 Telecommuting may be considered at interview. Duties Under the general direction of an Auditor 2: Performs research on the organization to be audited; Assists in establishing the scope of audit by analyzing and determining areas for audit and the timeframe to be examined; Assists in planning audit activities, including specific audit tasks and the audit schedule; Participates in entrance conferences with representatives of the organization being audited to explain audit goals and methodology, and to gain access to records; Conducts audit by performing various tests, reviews, reconciliations, and evaluations of records to ensure that transactions are processed appropriately; Performs cash counts for accuracy; Performs verifications of inventory for accuracy; Evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization’s internal control system, noting any relative strengths or weaknesses; Utilizes generally accepted accounting and auditing principles and standards when conducting audits; Prepares working papers to document audit scope and conclusions; Prepares narrative reports of audit findings and recommendations; Discusses audit findings with representatives of the organization and participates in exit conferences; When acting as the auditor‑in‑charge, leads other Auditors 1 and Auditor Trainees, as required; Participates in development of bureau audit manuals or training programs; Performs ad‑hoc personal allowance reviews, as necessary. Additional Information Schedule – compressed work week. Monday through Wednesday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Thursday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Friday is a pass day. Telecommuting to be discussed at interview. The position may be filled at the Auditor Trainee 1 level (SG‑14: $53,764 – $68,630), Auditor Trainee 2 level (SG‑16: $59,994 – $76,359) or full performance Auditor 1 SG‑18 ($66,951 – $85,138), based on education and experience. Candidates hired at the trainee level will be advanced to the full performance Auditor 1 SG‑18 following the successful completion of the traineeship. Minimum Qualifications Open Competitive for Auditor Trainee 1 (Equivalent to SG‑14): A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation; or a bachelor’s degree with 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses. Note that courses such as business law, economics, statistics, and most finance courses, although taken as part of an accounting curriculum, cannot be counted toward the 24 semester credit hours. Open Competitive for Auditor Trainee 2 (Equivalent to SG‑16): A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation; or a bachelor’s degree with 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses, AND one year of professional experience in accounting/auditing or financial internal or field auditing, where you were responsible for the full range of activities in the design and/or review, analysis and management of accounting systems, resulting in the preparation of, or recommendations on, financial statements in accord with generally accepted accounting principles; OR a master’s or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation. Open Competitive for Auditor 1: A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation; or a bachelor’s degree with 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses AND two years of professional experience in accounting/auditing or financial internal or field auditing, where you were responsible for the full range of activities in the design and/or review, analysis and management of accounting systems, resulting in the preparation of, or recommendations on, financial statements in accord with generally accepted accounting principles; OR a master’s or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation AND one year of professional experience in accounting/auditing or financial internal or field auditing, where you were responsible for the full range of activities in the design and/or review, analysis and management of accounting systems, resulting in the preparation of, or recommendations on, financial statements in accord with generally accepted accounting principles; OR a currently valid Certified Public Accountant license and registration issued by New York State. Experience not considered qualifying: activities restricted to teaching, bookkeeping, maintaining/auditing payroll records or accounts receivable/accounts payable, or preparing tax returns. Competitive Minimum Qualifications: You must be reachable for appointment on the current Civil Service eligible list used for filling this title. Reassignment Qualifications: Current Office for People with Developmental Disabilities employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Auditor 1. Transfer Qualifications: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55‑b/c status in the posted title and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades. To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT‑IT website: 55 B/C QUALIFICATIONS: Possess the minimum qualifications for this title as established by the Department of Civil Service and listed on the most recent exam announcement. Meet the applicable minimal mental and/or physical requirements for the job (with a reasonable accommodation, if necessary). Have a current Eligibility Letter from the NYS Department of Civil Service, and be able to provide it to the Human Resources Office upon request. Benefits Thirteen paid holidays each year. Thirteen days of paid vacation leave initially. Five days paid personal leave each year. Thirteen days paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year. Up to three days professional leave each year for professional development. Health Care Coverage: employees and eligible dependents can choose from various affordable health insurance programs. Family dental and vision plans provided at no extra cost. Paid Parental Leave: up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for qualifying events. Retirement Program: NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS). Professional Development and Education and Training: tuition assistance and training programs. Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) for continuing education credits toward maintaining professional licensure. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) assessment and referral services. Life insurance and disability insurance. New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. Equal Opportunity Statement OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self‑expression, ideas and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr