Auditor (Financial)

Auditor (Financial)

This position is with the Office of Inspector General, AIG for Audits, Inspections, and Evaluations. This office is responsible for the development, direction, and implementation of a broad, comprehensive review program covering audits, inspections, and evaluations of all Department of the Interior (DOI) and Insular Area Governments' programs and activities in terms of (a) economy, efficiency, effectiveness, and equity; (b) internal controls, financial reporting, and compliance with laws and regulations; and (c) program results. As an Auditor (Financial) you will perform assignments as part of complex performance audits, inspections, and evaluations of DOI programs and operations. Your work encompasses matters important to Indian and Native American communities and natural resources, land, and wildlife management. Major duties include:

• Assist or provides support with oversight of complex financial audits, inspections, and evaluations covering DOI and Insular Area Government programs. Determine whether financial information meets established criteria; the entity complies with specific financial compliance requirements; internal controls over financial reporting and safeguarding of assets are adequate; financial information systems comply with applicable requirements. Conducts work in accordance with GAGAS or CIGIE's Standards for Inspection and Evaluation. Develops assignment plans, methodologies, and procedures.
• Research business, financial, and management practices for application to assignments. Interview agency personnel, assesses internal controls, evaluate compliance with criteria, and determine the relative significance of findings. Assure evidence collected fully supports conclusions. Assist in developing practical, impactful recommendations for corrective action and improvement.
• Participate in OIG oversight plans to ensure Independent Public Accountants' compliance with contract terms. Review IPA audit plans, testing procedures, results, findings, and reports for compliance with GAGAS and the GAO/CIGIE Financial Audit Manual.
• Prepare clear, concise written summaries of work performed, analyses completed, and conclusions reached to address financial and operational deficiencies. Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and readability of report language for diverse audiences.
• Participate in briefings with OIG and DOI management on audit results and recommendations. Meet with team members and/or internal management officials to brief work performed and explain significance of conclusions.