FAMLI Audit Manager

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The ACE Audit Manager is responsible for creating ACE Audit standard operating procedures for both the Field Audits team and the Risk and Control Self Assessment Team. The Auditor V-Audit Manager will determine the strategic planning and focus of all audit plans and establish formal audit guidance used by the Auditor Specialists for both Audit Teams. The Auditor V serves as an expert on all aspects of the ACE audit unit including Field Audit plans and Risk Mitigation reporting. Additionally, the Audit Manager functions as the final level of escalation to handle escalated stakeholder concerns, complex auditing questions, potential system issues, and management of all identified Division risk issues. Functions pertaining to the Field Audit Team include determining unit strategic focus of Division Audits, and reviewing Audit plans to align with Division goals and requirements. The Audit Manager ensures all accounting and auditing standards and rules are properly followed, proper determination is made, ensures systems and data accuracy, and ensures compliance to Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for all FAMLI audit procedures. Functions pertaining to the Risk and Control Self Assessment Team include the creation, management, and potential augmentation of all policies and procedures. The Audit Manager will oversee all internal risk assessment activities and manage all identified Division risk toward mitigation of those risks. Additionally, the Audit Manager will participate in the finalization of the Risk Assessment Report and participate in the identification of residual risks. The ACE Audit Manager is responsible for strategic decision making for the ACE Audit Unit and will serve as a subject matter expert for the acquisition of the ACE Audit platform to ensure ACE Audit requirements are met for current and future needs of the Division. Additionally, the Audit Manager is responsible for accurately interpreting FAMLI Statutes and Rules and applying applicable statutes and rules to the audit policies, procedures, and audit plans. The Manager will establish strategic Audit Division production goals by establishing matrices concerning audit frequency and type to achieve FAMLI Division goals. The Manager is responsible for reviewing and analyzing complex data received from other Divisions to make decisions ensuring all auditing needs are met for the entire FAMLI Division. The Audit Manager is responsible for monitoring staffing levels and reviewing team data to maintain appropriate staffing levels. When needed, the Manager will initiate the hiring process, review applications, manage all interviews and recommend hiring audit staff. Additionally, the Audit Manager will create staff performance evaluation standards and monitor staff performance through routine reviews and maintain documents support for all appropriate disciplinary actions. They will also be responsible for resolving initial staff grievances and participate in any higher level disciplinary or grievance meetings.

Requirements

Nine (9) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR a combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to nine (9) years.
Current, valid licensure as a CPA from the Colorado Board of Accountancy or current, valid CIA certificate will substitute for five (5) years of the requirement.
Experience managing day-to-day activities for their unit.
Experience creating new standard operating procedures and policies.
Experience with staff performance management and performance improvement activities.
Experience analyzing, documenting and improving processes and procedures.
Experience managing service level agreements and/or key performance indicators.
Ability to identify operational issues and challenges and communicate recommendations for improvements to various cross-sectional areas (e.g. training, information technology, etc.).
Experience operating in a cross-functional/dynamic organization.
Judgment and decision making.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
Strong analytical skills.
Ability to handle stressful situations.
Strong Leadership skills.
Strong Management skills.
Experience with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
Must be a current Colorado resident at the time of application.
Must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
CPA or CIA
Experience leading managerial staff
Experience creating new standard operating procedures and policies
Experience with control and risk assessments
Experience in government auditing

Responsibilities

Creating ACE Audit standard operating procedures for both the Field Audits team and the Risk and Control Self Assessment Team.
Determining the strategic planning and focus of all audit plans and establishing formal audit guidance.
Serving as an expert on all aspects of the ACE audit unit including Field Audit plans and Risk Mitigation reporting.
Functioning as the final level of escalation to handle escalated stakeholder concerns, complex auditing questions, potential system issues, and management of all identified Division risk issues.
Determining unit strategic focus of Division Audits, and reviewing Audit plans to align with Division goals and requirements.
Ensuring all accounting and auditing standards and rules are properly followed, proper determination is made, systems and data accuracy, and compliance to Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for all FAMLI audit procedures.
Overseeing all internal risk assessment activities and managing all identified Division risk toward mitigation of those risks.
Participating in the finalization of the Risk Assessment Report and participating in the identification of residual risks.
Making strategic decisions for the ACE Audit Unit and serving as a subject matter expert for the acquisition of the ACE Audit platform.
Accurately interpreting FAMLI Statutes and Rules and applying applicable statutes and rules to the audit policies, procedures, and audit plans.
Establishing strategic Audit Division production goals by establishing matrices concerning audit frequency and type to achieve FAMLI Division goals.
Reviewing and analyzing complex data received from other Divisions to make decisions ensuring all auditing needs are met for the entire FAMLI Division.
Monitoring staffing levels and reviewing team data to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
Initiating the hiring process, reviewing applications, managing all interviews and recommending hiring audit staff.
Creating staff performance evaluation standards and monitoring staff performance through routine reviews and maintaining documents support for all appropriate disciplinary actions.
Resolving initial staff grievances and participating in any higher level disciplinary or grievance meetings.

Benefits

PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
MotivateMe employee wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
RTD EcoPass Commuter Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program