Auditor 4

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

2d•$78,000•Remote

About The Position

Performs year end reconciliations of Class III Net Win (C3NW) (Arizona Tribal casinos), Adjusted Gross Event Wagering Receipts (AGEWR) (Event Wagering operators), and Fantasy Sports Contest Adjusted Revenues (FSCAR), including reviews of audited financial statements and required attestations of C3NW, AGEWR, and FSCAR. Conducts complex audits and second reviews of monthly and quarterly revenue reports, to ensure revenue is accurately reported and fees are paid in compliance with the Tribal-State Gaming Compact, Arizona Revised Statute and applicable rules. Communicates with Tribal and EWFS representatives regarding discrepancies or areas of concern when determined. This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Requirements

Principles and practices of auditing and accounting.
Casino gaming, event wagering, and fantasy sports contest statutes, terminology, standards, procedures, and rules.
Auditing techniques.
Techniques in reviewing and analyzing financial data.
Strategies to maintain confidentiality of information and documentation.
State government and Department organizational structure.
Arizona Management System/LEAN methods.
Automated accounting systems and software applications in Windows and Google environments; MS Excel, Word, Access, and mainframe software.
State of Arizona Accounting Manual.
Familiarity with state statutes, rules and regulations as they pertain to the Department.
Principles, concepts, practices, methods and techniques of government fund accounting and fiscal management.
Proficient in MS Excel and Google Sheets.
Intermediate level skills in using computerized products to analyze data and produce reports.
Skill in applying auditing and accounting methods and techniques.
Considerable skill in analysis, interpretation and communication of financial data.
Customer service and the ability to effectively interact with a wide range of internal and external customers.
Gathering of facts and information.
Problem identification and resolution.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate, both verbally and in written form, with Department employees, gaming operators, Tribal/Tribal Gaming Office representatives, event wagering and fantasy sports contest operation financial staff, casino game manufacturers/distributors, and gaming technology providers.
Adapt to changing assignments and priorities.
Detail oriented.
Organized.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Meet deadlines.
Report work status, issues, and inquiries timely.
Effective communicator (both written and verbal).
Analytical.
Professional.
Work under pressure meeting deadlines.
Exhibit personal initiative.
Complete assigned tasks accurately.
Prioritize effectively.
Travel, which may include overnight stays.
Work remotely, if necessary.
Driver's License
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel.
Minimum 2 (two) years of accounting/auditing experience.
Gaming industry with a working knowledge of Class III Net Win, Adjusted Gross Event Wagering Receipts, and Fantasy Sports Contest Adjusted Revenues is highly desirable.
Professional certification (e.g. CPA, CIA, CMA, CPM, or CFE) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Performs year end reconciliations of C3NW, AGEWR, and FSCAR. Reviews audited financial statements and required attestations of C3NW, AGEWR, and FSCAR. Communicates with Tribal and operator representatives regarding any discrepancies or areas of concern determined during the reviews. Tracks and monitors compliance with the Tribal-State Gaming Compact of 2021, Arizona Revised Statutes and rules. Responsible for all related work steps. This work is primarily performed virtually, but may require in-state and/or out of state travel.
Conducts complex audits and verifies the calculation of monthly and quarterly Tribal contribution reports to ensure C3NW by gaming activity is accurately reported and contributions are made in compliance with the Tribal-State Gaming Compact, and its appendices. Conducts complex audits and verifies the calculation of monthly event wagering and fantasy sports contest revenue reports to ensure revenue is accurately reported and privilege fees are paid in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes and applicable rules.
Conducts second reviews of quarterly and monthly C3NWreports. Conducts second reviews of monthly EW and FSC revenue reports.
Serves as a liaison between the finance division and the Compliance division (Tribal casinos, EWFS operations), coordinating auditing efforts between the two teams.
Reviews of attestations of C3NW, AGEWR, and FSCAR may require in-state and/or out of state travel (minimal).
May perform account analysis, fund reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and process revenue transactions, transfers, and corrections in AZ360.
Verify accuracy of revenue transactions.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position (typically 5% - 10%)

Benefits

Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive.
Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

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