Auditor

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job family are involved in conducting professional operational reviews, audits, or special investigations to determine compliance with laws and regulations, generally accepted accounting procedures, financial accountability standards or other requirements. This includes scheduling, planning and conducting required audits, reviewing required accounting records or other business documents, evaluating financial controls, identifying deficiencies, advising on compliance with established requirements or standards, and preparing audit reports and supporting documents.

Requirements

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices
• Knowledge of auditing theories and techniques
• Knowledge of public and business administration
• Knowledge of financial statements, ledgers, journals and reports
• Knowledge of analytical principles
• Knowledge of modern office methods and procedures, including computer technology related to accounting systems.
• Ability is required to review and analyze accounting records and business practices
• Ability to prepare audit reports and recommendations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to complete or participate in various types of audits and complete required reports
• Ability to comprehend and carry out complex accounting, auditing and fiscal procedures
• Ability to perform a wide range of audit functions
• Ability to perform highly independent work.
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration plus two years of qualifying experience in professional auditing or accounting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of paraprofessional auditing or accounting experience for each year of the required education.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules and conducts audits of businesses, agencies, schools, corporations, or others 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 insure 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.
• Performs special investigations as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual Benefit Allowance: The benefits allowance covers up to $20,538.24 for employees and their dependents to enroll in benefits.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans: The State offers several different medical, dental, and vision plans to better fit your needs. Including options to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Retirement Savings Plans: Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan: available to employees who began State employment after November 1st, 2015. Employer matches 6% with an employee contribution of 4.5%. Employer matches 7% with an employee contribution of 7% or above. OPERS Defined Benefit Plan: available to returning employees who were previously enrolled in OPERS.
• Annual & Sick Leave (PTO): 15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service. 18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service. 20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service. 25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service. Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year
• Paid Holidays: 11 paid holidays per year
• Longevity Pay: Longevity payments are paid annually to eligible State employees with a minimum of 2 years of State service.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): EAP is a cooperative effort between employees and administration to help employees gain access to professional services in resolving personal problems.

What This Job Offers

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