Auditor 1 - Northeast Region
About The Position
The Department of the Auditor General is hiring an Auditor 1 in the Bureau of Municipal Pension Audits for the Northeast region. This role helps ensure municipal pension plans for police officers, paid firefighters, and non-uniformed employees are properly funded and comply with applicable laws and guidelines. The position supports fair and accurate oversight of local pension programs. The position is home headquartered. Employees must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location within Pennsylvania. Routine travel to auditee sites across Pennsylvania is required. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a 60-minute lunch. New Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employees will start at an annual salary of $53,008 before taxes. A conditional offer requires submission of criminal history reports.
Requirements
- An associate degree from an accredited college or university, with a concentration in accounting, business, data analytics, finance, economics, math, or a closely related field; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of those fields; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training in accounting, auditing, or a closely related field.
- A valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
- Ability to perform essential job functions.
- Submit a resume and college transcripts with the application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; transcripts must be attached when claiming education toward minimum qualifications.
Nice To Haves
- One or more of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
Responsibilities
- Review municipal pension plans to confirm they meet legal and policy requirements.
- Analyze documents, financial records, and other information related to pension administration.
- Create, update, and access audit work papers, findings, and reports.
- Apply laws, regulations, and auditing standards when completing assigned audit tasks.
- Locate and assess key data needed to complete pension audits.
Benefits
- Eligible for student loan forgiveness.
- Health, savings, and retirement benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
