Senior Auditor-Performance Audit

State of careers Rhode Island•Providence, RI

About The Position

Salary and audit position will be commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and experience. Position will be primarily devoted to performance audits; however, the auditor will also work on financial and compliance audits when needed. Candidate must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel to audit sites in cities and towns within Rhode Island. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT: Requires significant project management skills, an independent work ethic, and a high level of personal self-motivation and personal character of the highest ethical standard. Ability to understand audit and accounting standards, federal regulations, state statutes and other laws and regulations. Ability to lead discussions on audit issues, audit findings, compliance with laws and regulations with auditee management. Ability to write clear and concise communications and audit findings that meet applicable audit standards. Ability to evaluate processes (e.g., work activities, internal controls) for efficiency and effectiveness and to make recommendations for improvements as needed. An advanced knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS). Ability to work effectively both independently and part of a team. The OAG performs audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and Government Auditing Standards as required by those standard setting organizations. Auditors are responsible for the following: The execution of audit assignments including but not limited to: a. Assist with Audit Plan Development and Execution. b. Demonstrate knowledge of audit and accounting standards. c. Supervision of audit staff. d. Oversee accumulation of audit documentation to meet professional standards. e. Draft audit findings and other required audit communications. f. Participate in audit meetings with auditee management. The Auditor General conducts performance audits with the main objective of promoting effective and efficient governance. These audits also contribute to accountability and transparency. Performance auditing promotes accountability by assisting those with governance and oversight responsibilities to improve performance. Benefits For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/. Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee. STATE OF RHODE ISLAND JOBS The State of Rhode Island is committed to providing fundamental services to all Rhode Islanders. Join our team and enjoy the benefits of providing public service with purpose and impact. If you are a current state employee, you are required to apply through the internal jobs website: Click Here. Applications for current state employees will only be accepted through the internal jobs website. Please log into your Employee Self Service portal and search "Find Jobs" to access the internal jobs website.

Requirements

Requires significant project management skills, an independent work ethic, and a high level of personal self-motivation and personal character of the highest ethical standard.
Ability to understand audit and accounting standards, federal regulations, state statutes and other laws and regulations.
Ability to lead discussions on audit issues, audit findings, compliance with laws and regulations with auditee management.
Ability to write clear and concise communications and audit findings that meet applicable audit standards.
Ability to evaluate processes (e.g., work activities, internal controls) for efficiency and effectiveness and to make recommendations for improvements as needed.
An advanced knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS).
Ability to work effectively both independently and part of a team.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent technical, analytical and computer skills.
Relevant audit or accounting work experience (2+ years)