Field Auditor

City of Bloomington, Indiana•Terre Haute, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) : The mission of the Indiana Gaming Commission is to provide a fair, transparent, and dynamic regulatory environment that encourages economic development while requiring the highest level of integrity of all activities under its jurisdiction. Role Overview : The Indiana Gaming Commission is looking for a Field Auditor to join our team. Your primary focus will be on casino tax filings and review of internal control changes. Audits of operations and reporting may require travel. You will play a key role in ensuring our casino partners comply with our regulations and rules. This position is located onsite in downtown Indianapolis Salary Statement : The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: Travel to and conduct audit procedures and tests of governmental units’ financial statements on annual schedule. Prepare reports presenting audit findings for submission to supervisor and agency. Communicate with staff of governmental unit under audit concerning issues such as procedures, technical interpretations, and results of audit. Track approvals for requisitions within assigned funds and grant funds. Track approved request modifications to purchase orders to relieve encumbrances/pre-encumbrances in funds. Create annual spending plan, biennial budget request and biweekly year-end forecasting. Provide a fiscal/programmatic review of all contracts initiated, amended, or extended within funds. Provide assistance to vendor inquiries with assistance from other fiscal staff. Perform related duties as assigned. Essential functions of this position require travel on most workdays to inspect, audit, examine, survey, or investigate clients, customers, or other regulated entities and write reports at those sites or employee’s home. Employee reports to the agency’s office for occasional meetings or events. Number and timing of work hours may vary daily or weekly to accommodate operational needs and staffing concerns at the client’s or customer’s worksite, minimize expenditures for repeated visits to complete the work, and allocate resources to complete assigned work effectively. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

Requirements

Knowledge of basic principles of accounting such as the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) typically attained by baccalaureate degree in accounting or finance.
Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, facility personnel, and persons from various levels of government and management.
Knowledge of and ability to research Indiana Code relevant to job duties.
Travel is required to facilities and locations being audited. All travel will be within driving distance within the state of Indiana. Overnight stays will be required periodically.
Effective utilization of computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Dependability, attention to detail, good time management and multi-tasking skills.
Flexibility and adaptability to respond quickly to issues and needs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to accurately review, track and analyze financial data.
Ability to understand and write reports, data collection and reporting procedures.
Ability to analyze and interpret information pertaining to fiscal accounts, grants, records and financial reports.
A degree is not required.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Travel to and conduct audit procedures and tests of governmental units’ financial statements on annual schedule.
Prepare reports presenting audit findings for submission to supervisor and agency.
Communicate with staff of governmental unit under audit concerning issues such as procedures, technical interpretations, and results of audit.
Track approvals for requisitions within assigned funds and grant funds.
Track approved request modifications to purchase orders to relieve encumbrances/pre-encumbrances in funds.
Create annual spending plan, biennial budget request and biweekly year-end forecasting.
Provide a fiscal/programmatic review of all contracts initiated, amended, or extended within funds.
Provide assistance to vendor inquiries with assistance from other fiscal staff.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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