Field Examiner - Union County

State of Indiana•Liberty, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Indiana State Board of Accounts is dedicated to ensuring the integrity and financial accountability of state and local government. Field Examiners audit government institutions, determine compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and report on institutions’ financial condition. They work on-site at engagement locations within their assigned district; residency in the assigned area is preferred. A valid driver’s license is required. The agency uses three examiner-level classifications based on competencies and demonstrated skills. Field Examiner 3 is an entry-level role with assignments aligned to current skills. Field Examiner 2 requires three to four years of audit experience and handles more complicated audits. Field Examiner 1 is a senior-level auditor with five or more years of experience and broad knowledge, auditing large institutions with complex units. Most new hires begin as Level 3 and may progress based on competencies and acquired skills. The position starts at an annual salary of $53,222, with possible adjustment based on relevant experience and skill sets. Salary may be commensurate with education and job experience. A degree is not required; at least five years of relevant accounting experience in a similar role may be considered. This position is exempt from overtime compensation. Employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report at least 75 hours per pay period of work and/or paid leave to receive their base biweekly salary.

Requirements

A valid driver’s license.
Thorough knowledge of governmental and generally accepted accounting and auditing standards.
Ability to interpret, analyze, and record data and fiscal information to reach logical conclusions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to modify or design audit procedures based on review of the audit site’s control structure.
Ability to study and evaluate financial and managerial control structures for manual and computer systems.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Must attend required annual continuing professional education to keep current with changes in statutes and accounting theories and principles.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Residency in the assigned area is preferred.
At least five years of accounting experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
For Field Examiner 2, three to four years of audit experience.
For Field Examiner 1, five or more years of experience and a broad knowledge base.

Responsibilities

Design and perform audit procedures to examine assigned government units.
Lead audit teams, including overseeing and coordinating the work of other team members.
Prepare reports detailing audit findings on financial position and compliance.
Audit federal funds received by governmental units.
Research statutes, local ordinances, and authoritative standards in preparation for audits.
Consult with participating organizations’ personnel to determine the adequacy of recording.
Ensure elected and appointed public officials follow proper accounting and management policies.
Lead special projects, such as election recounts, as needed.
Assist, advise, and instruct public officials regarding statutory requirements, accounting applications, management practices, and agency audit positions.
Communicate verbally and in writing with stakeholders about specific auditing concerns and audit results.
Provide on-the-job instruction and supervisory support to agency staff.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, plus vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with a bi-weekly state contribution.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies including 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.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Eligibility as an employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.