Internal Auditor

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Revenue is seeking an individual to perform essential tasks to verify that internal accounting, agency procedures, agency reporting and operational controls comply with state statutes, federal regulations, agency policy and internal control standards, and ensures that efficient operational guidelines are in place at the Department of Revenue. This position is a 100% "working in office" position. A candidate can be based out of any of the office locations listed. There may be some occasional travel to Lincoln if the individual is not based out of Lincoln. The Department does NOT sponsor Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Optional Practical Training (OPT) (Form I-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting and experience conducting financial audits.
Positions in this classification are subject to Title 42, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 1 – Minimum Standards for Government Employees Identified as Auditors.
The basic requirement is a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or the equivalent, with at least 24 semester hours of accounting or auditing.
Any combination of education with a concentration in accounting and auditing experience acceptable to the Auditor of Public Accounts may be substituted for the educational requirements in Section 002.01.
Positions employed as the Internal Auditor by the Nebraska Public Employees Retirement Board shall comply with Neb. Rev. Statute 84-1503.04.
In-depth knowledge of accounting and auditing procedures, techniques, and theory.
Statistical sampling procedures' internal control standards.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to present factual information and opinions.
Ability to understand and analyze financial data and computer applications.
Ability to interact with staff and other interested participants.
Ability to formulate short and long range audit plans.
Ability to evaluate situations and make decisions exercising sound judgment.
Ability to organize and coordinate the audit program functions to achieve the agency's goals and comply with governing regulations.
Ability to recommend corrective actions and resolutions related to the systems.
Ability to interpret and apply statutory laws and regulations, auditing and accounting principles.

Nice To Haves

Direct work experience with Nebraska income tax, sales and use tax, and tax incentives.
Passed the CPA exam (partial credit for passing part and being able to complete within 18 months).
Background in mathematics or data analytics.
Possession of a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation for work related travel and overnight travel which may be required.

Responsibilities

Conducts ongoing review of agency's internal procedures and review processes for various tax programs, primarily tax incentives.
Recommends improvements in procedures and policies to ensure compliance and effective and efficient operations.
Coordinates staff involvement, responds to questions and reviews and provides documentation for external audits of the Department of Revenue (Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, Legislative Audit Office) conducted each year.
Reviews and confirms the reports, data, and documents supporting the annual reports on the Nebraska tax incentives to ensure the information is accurate, complete, fulfills all the statutory reporting requirements, and prevents the disclosure of confidential information.
Conducts tests and reviews of benefits allowed under the incentive programs to ensure proper application of agency internal control, review processes, and recording on information for reporting purposes.
Perform audits of applicants for Nebraska Tax Incentives.
Evaluate audit procedures outlined in the audit program for effectiveness.
Consider audit step changes for recommendation to the Audit manager.
Ensure the audit is completed in a timely and effective manner.