Auditor III - Waco

Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission•Waco, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs highly complex (senior-level) auditing work. This field auditor position involves conducting audits, complaint investigations, inspections, education initiatives, and marketing practices. The role requires examining records of corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietors to ensure legal and regulatory compliance with applicable statutes and rules of procedures, and to establish tax and fee liabilities. The position works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Successful candidates must complete the New Auditors Training Program within the first year of employment and be willing to complete division or agency on and off-site training as required to enhance job-related skills, including the New Auditor’s Academy.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, management, or marketing, or equivalent experience and education substitution.
At least 12 hours of accounting, auditing, and finance; six (6) of which must be in accounting.
Associate's Degree in a business-related field (marketing/finance/accounting/management) with at least 9 hours of accounting, auditing, or finance; six (6) of which must be in accounting.
With an Associate's Degree, two (2) years of full-time work experience in accounting, auditing, or extensive financial investigations involving business records.
Must possess a valid Texas Driver License, a clear driving record, and a vehicle capable of transporting two individuals.
If out of state, must obtain Class C Texas Driver’s License within six weeks of job acceptance.
Must complete New Auditors Training Program within the first year of employment.
Knowledge of accounting and auditing methods and systems; generally accepted auditing standards and procedures; and computer technology principles, terminology, programming, and automated systems.
Knowledge of accepted business practices and office procedures involved in providing services to internal and external customers.
Thorough knowledge of spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
Working knowledge of tax law and audit procedures.
Working knowledge of accounting methods and systems, and of generally acceptable auditing standards and procedures.
Skill in the use of personal computers, preferably Windows and Microsoft products to include Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Skill in performing mathematical, statistical, and financial calculations.
Skill in collecting, analyzing, and documenting research data.
Time management and multi-tasking skills.
Collaboration, team participation, and task-oriented skills.
Ability to read, comprehend and apply agency's philosophy, policies, and procedures.
Ability to analyze, evaluate and summarize a large volume of financial records.
Ability to evaluate documents for accuracy and conformance to accounting standards and legal requirements.
Ability to maintain, secure and protect confidential, sensitive, or secured information or goods.
Ability to learn moderately complex technical issues and maintain complex records.
Ability to take direction and accept constructive criticism.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Must be able to move around the office to access filing cabinets, office equipment and move up to 20 pounds.
Must be able to communicate and exchange information via phone, computer, in person and via electronic media.
Must be able to perform repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Must be able to work with overlapping deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in auditing/investigations is preferred.
Applicable Certifications Supported: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
Additional certifications may be required to be registered, certified, or licensed in a specialty area.
Telework may be eligible for situational or hybrid telework schedule upon completion of an initial probationary period.
For teleworking, must have a secure, dedicated workspace with internet service, ability to maintain a reliable consistent work schedule and be available for meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams or other platforms/applications during regular business hours.

Responsibilities

Conducts assigned tax, fee, and regulatory audits in a timely manner with minimum errors and supervision, following audit procedures manuals, code & rules requirements.
Recognizes and adequately documents audit discrepancies and takes appropriate action based on the audit procedures manual.
May audit business records of potential applicants to establish bonding liability and qualification to hold a permit or license.
Develops administrative cases for cash and credit law under limited supervision.
Assists senior staff with the development of complex administrative cases and may assist in case settlement, involving the development of fact-based case narratives.
Assists in promoting voluntary compliance and public safety by performing complaint-based investigations relating to regulatory and public safety issues.
Conducts various types of physical inspections of licensed locations for compliance with the Alcoholic Beverage Code and Rules.
May review licensing files and evaluate internal business entity structures related to complaint-based investigations.
Prepares legally acceptable statements or affidavits.
May assist with investigations involving the Enforcement Division, Licensing Division, Tax & Marketing Division, and Marketing Investigations Unit of the Audit & Investigations Division.
Handles routine marketing practices questions related to the alcoholic beverage code and rules via telephone, email, and in person.
Interprets and applies marketing advisories, code, and rules.
Analyzes and resolves marketing issues related to large festivals involving sponsorship and/or third-party promotions.
Assists with education initiatives involving members of the alcohol industry, public schools/colleges, and public/civic organizations.
Properly documents daily, weekly, and monthly reports related to travel and daily work activities.
May assist with the processing and issuance of temporary permits/licenses.
Assists with the agency licensing process by conducting new location inspections, interviewing applicants, and furnishing them with information concerning their respective type of permit or license and informing them of their responsibilities under the law.
Properly tags, inventories, and accounts for agency assets.
Properly documents, enters, safeguards, and disposes of agency seized property and purchase of evidence items in accordance with the evidence (SAPE) procedures manual.
Performs other duties as assigned.