Auditor 3

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Gaming is seeking an Auditor 3 to conduct audits of Tribal Gaming Operations and assess compliance with tribal, state, and federal gaming regulations and other applicable laws. The role conducts audit testing through analysis, interviews, data gathering, and observation; prepares audit documentation and written reports; reviews external auditors’ work papers; and assists with special reviews, including financial and fraud audits. The position reports to the Audit Supervisor and/or Audit Manager.

The position may offer remote work from within Arizona, based on department business needs and continued achievement of expected performance measures. Work takes place in varied environments, including facilities, offices, and casino field settings that may have smoke and high dust. Travel to facilities across Arizona is required at least one week per month (25 percent), and may involve overnight stays and evenings.

The Arizona Department of Gaming regulates tribal gaming, event wagering, fantasy sports, horse racing and pari-mutuel/simulcast wagering, and unarmed combat sports; investigates illegal off-reservation activities; and supports prevention, education, and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (selective preference).
• At least two years of accounting/auditing experience and/or experience reviewing and analyzing financial statements (selective preference).
• Possess and maintain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment.
• Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• Knowledge of the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact and appendices, state laws and regulations, gaming industry procedures and regulations, auditing and accounting principles and practices, auditing techniques for evaluating internal control systems, and computerized accounting products.
• Ability to interpret and apply compact requirements, state statutes, federal rules and regulations; gather, organize, and comprehend information; work independently with limited supervision and make sound judgments based on partial or incomplete evidence; multitask and meet deadlines; communicate effectively and professionally; and demonstrate professionalism, independence, initiative, analytical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Skills in maintaining effective working relationships with team members, Tribal Gaming personnel, casino personnel, and tribal partners; customer service; time management; and interpersonal communication.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CMA, or CFE.
• Gaming experience.

Responsibilities

• Audit Tribal Gaming Operations for compliance with the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact and appendices, the National Indian Gaming Commission’s Minimum Internal Control Standards, Tribal Gaming Ordinances, and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Compile and review financial information, including tribal contributions, for Tribal Gaming Operations.
• Conduct and review audit work papers prepared by external auditors.
• Review Tribal Gaming Operations’ internal control systems for compliance with applicable compacts, standards, ordinances, laws, and regulations.
• Work with Tribal Gaming Offices and Gaming Facility Operators to collaboratively resolve non-compliant issues.
• Evaluate internal controls and operational processes, identify compliance gaps and assess risk, and develop recommendations for improvement.
• Conduct audit testing through analysis, interviews, data gathering, and observation; prepare required audit documentation and written reports; and assist with special financial and/or fraud audits.

Benefits

• Sick leave.
• Vacation and 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance.
• Arizona State Retirement System plan; enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment.
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Optional short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.
• Possible remote work schedule, which may support work/life balance; remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level