Auditor 3

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Auditor 3. Reporting to the Chief Internal Auditor, this position performs complex audits examining, investigating and reviewing records, reports, financial statements or business systems. With limited supervision the Auditor 3 will perform internal audits, and local board and employer audits. This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Requirements

• Knowledge of professional auditing standards and auditing processes and techniques.
• Knowledge of computer technology principles, terminology, and programming.
• Knowledge of Federal regulations, Arizona revised statutes, applicable PSPRS policies and procedures.
• Skill in initiative, critical thinking, professional skepticism, objectivity and sound judgment.
• Skill in effective communication.
• Ensure working papers and reports meet all required professional standards and PSPRS policies and procedures.
• Accurately analyze and interpret data.
• Demonstrate professionalism and build trust with individuals involved in audits being conducted.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to solicit, receive, analyze and use information provided by others.
• Ability to develop familiarity with PSPRS operations, structure and systems.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with PSPRS staff at all levels and with PSPRS stakeholders.
• Possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license.
• Must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and conduct complex and/or sensitive audits as assigned with varying scopes to include multidisciplinary or multi-functional areas.
• Develop audit scopes, objectives and procedures in accordance with auditing standards.
• Collect, analyze and reach sound conclusions from interviews, records, data, observations and other audit procedures.
• Prepare concise, comprehensive, well-organized working papers to accurately and effectively communicate audit work, conclusions and recommendations.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, including outlines, draft and final reports.
• Communicate effectively to obtain information and assist audited entities and/or individuals in understanding audit results and recommendations.
• Present audit results and recommendations to auditees and other stakeholders as required.
• Manage and track time to plan, organize and complete assigned audits efficiently withing allotted timeframes.
• Drive to other locations to conduct audits and for training as required.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year
• Accrual of sick and annual leave
• Affordable medical benefits
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement Plan (after 6 months of employment)
• Optional participation in a 457 deferred compensation program
• Employer matching on employee deferrals in the 457 plan (limited to a matching of 6% of salary on a per pay period basis)
• Paid Parental Leave program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed