PROGRAM INTEGRITY AUDITOR II

State of Illinois•Schaumburg, IL

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Program Integrity Auditor II. Under direction, the successful candidate performs complex, technical, financial, and integrity reviews of local public agency (LPA) MFT programs as to their compliance to the Illinois Highway Code and department policies; formulates MFT audit plans and develops new and existing procedures; compiles and analyzes data; prepares reports summarizing the work performed, detailing the findings and discrepancies, and developing recommendations for correcting the deficiencies; conducts entrance and exit conferences with the LPA’s as required; and participates in the training of Program Integrity Auditor Trainees. To facilitate the performance of these responsibilities the incumbent will serve as the lead auditor for assigned audit teams, leading the performance of audits statewide to meet Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). Audits may be conducted on-site or throughout the state which may require frequent overnight stays and may be scheduled to accommodate officials whose regular employment may preclude meeting during normal working hours.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to a bachelor’s degree, preferably with major course work in accounting or business administration.
Requires one year of experience such as could be acquired as a Program Integrity Auditor I and satisfactory completion of agency-sponsored program integrity training program.
Successful completion of a background screening.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to move or lift files and audit cases weighing approximately 25 - 30 pounds.
Travels through the state which may require overnight stays.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

Nice To Haves

Prefers extensive knowledge of the agency’s programs, policies, and regulations.
Prefers extensive knowledge of governmental program integrity review and accounting principles and practices.
Prefers the ability to prepare documentation and logical, well-ordered written reports and to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Prefers the ability to develop routine and nonroutine review procedures of program integrity financial reviews.
Prefers the ability to exercise sound judgment in appraising and evaluating programs of a financial nature.
Prefers the ability to develop and maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees, the public and agency provider representatives.
Prefers the ability to react effectively and efficiently under stressful conditions.
Prefers extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe.

Responsibilities

Conducts on-site fiscal analysis and compliance audits related to the local public agencies’ (LPAs) Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) program.
Performs as lead auditor and prepares detailed comprehensive audit documentation regarding audit testing, statistical sampling, and all other pertinent information related to the audit.
Prepares and reviews draft audit reports in accordance with established departmental MFT audit programs and procedures which detail irregularities or non-compliance with departmental policies and appropriate state statutes.
Participates in the design and development of new and existing integrity analysis, compliance verification, and audit procedures.
Serves as the MFT audit liaison between the LPA and the department as assigned.
Assists in supplying detailed information to management or other governing bodies as required regarding the analysis methodology used and professional principles, concepts, and procedures involved in conducting the audit and developing the findings.
Attends training classes provided by the agency and reviews available periodicals and publications pertaining to the audit profession.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Monday-Friday work schedule
Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
(12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
(13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources