Auditor I - Temporary

State of Oklahoma•Oklahoma City, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Auditor I - Temporary is responsible for assisting in conducting reviews of assigned organizational and functional activities and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over these activities; assisting in determining whether organizational units in the agency are performing their planning, accounting, custodial, or control activities in compliance with management instructions, applicable statements of policy and procedures, and in a manner consistent with both agency objectives and high standards of administrative practice. This is the entry level in the Internal Auditor class series. Employees assigned to positions in this class will perform routine audits, provide assistance in the more complex audits, and will receive training in policies and procedures pertaining to the performance of difficult and complex audits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of paraprofessional auditing or accounting experience for each year of the required education; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices; of auditing theories and techniques; of public and business administration; of financial statements, ledgers, journals and reports; of analytical principles; and of modern office methods and procedures, including computer technology related to accounting systems.
Ability to review and analyze accounting records and business practices; to prepare audit reports and recommendations; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

Understand Federal requirements, State Statutes & Dept. policies & procedures in order to examine on a test basis, evidence that the OSDH & its contractors complied w/the directives above. Document the examination results in audit workpapers.
Plans, schedules and conducts audits of the financial statements to determine compliance with laws and regulations, generally accepted accounting principles, financial accountability standards or other requirements.
Conducts operational audits involving policies and procedures or management activities to ensure compliance with laws, regulations and standards for financial accountability and internal controls.
Reviews financial records and other business records; evaluates financial controls; identifies deficiencies; provides advice on requirements for compliance with existing laws, policies and standards.
Prepares audit reports; makes recommendations concerning changes in policies or operating procedures.
Counsel OSDH staff and outside sources on proper procedures & practices to comply w/Federal & State regulations & dept. policies & procedures as necessary. Produce correspondence/reports that identify areas of non-compliance.
Assist in planning & organizing audit activities according to dollar threshold, assessed level of risk and/or management’s request. Assist in preparing & updating audit programs & procedures as necessary.
Obtains, analyzes, approves and appraises evidentiary data as a basis for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency of performance of the activities being reviewed.
Makes or assists in making oral or written presentations to management during and at the conclusion of the examination, discussing deficiencies, recommending corrective action, and suggesting improvements in operations and reductions in cost.
Prepares formal written reports, as requested, expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency with which activities are carried out.
Appraises, or assists in appraising, the adequacy of the corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions.
Performs related work as required and other duties as assigned.
Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.