Auditor Senior

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking an Auditor Senior for its Controller Division in Lincoln, NE. This role is ideal for a team player with strong analytical and problem-solving skills who enjoys challenging daily tasks. The position offers an opportunity to engage in meaningful public service, contributing to work that impacts the lives of Nebraskans. NDOT provides a friendly, supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing career advancement, training, and job security as part of the largest and most diverse employer in the State.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting, and experience in conducting financial audits.
• Positions in this classification are subject to Title 42, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 1 – Minimum Standards for Government Employees Identified as Auditors.
• The basic requirement is a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or the equivalent, with at least 24 semester hours of accounting or auditing.
• Any combination of education with a concentration in accounting and auditing experience acceptable to the Auditor of Public Accounts may be substituted for the educational requirements in Section 002.01.
• Knowledge of auditing and accounting principles, standards, and practices.
• Knowledge of Word, Access, and Excel.
• Ability to communicate in person, by telephone, computer, and email with attention to grammar and spelling.
• Possess good analytical and computer skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply financial/accounting principles and instructions to analytical situations.
• Ability to exercise limited independent judgment and decisiveness in a variety of settings.
• Ability to use creativity and decisiveness in situations involving the evaluation of information against measurable and verifiable criteria.
• Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation is required.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

• A combination of education and experience in business and accounting.

Responsibilities

• Train teammates, as directed, in specific job tasks, practices, and procedures for auditing financial and/or statistical records to maintain and improve the performance levels of these employees.
• Review statistical and/or financial operations to ensure that data produced follows federal and state statutes and regulations.
• Plan and conduct investigative audits.
• Apply statistical analysis techniques and formulae to data.
• Conduct pre-audit research.
• Educate clients regarding applicable statutes and regulations.
• Compile data and information from the audit.
• Write various documents, including correspondence, work papers, and audit reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates
• Free parking

What This Job Offers

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