SENIOR AUDITOR - SES - 73003381

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

79d•$60,000 - $62,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Department of Revenue invites applications for a Senior Auditor position within the Office of Inspector General (OIG). This role is crucial for an organization that provides essential services to millions across the state. The department is committed to a diverse workforce and offers employment opportunities to veterans and individuals with disabilities. The Senior Auditor will perform or lead complex studies and audits to enhance management capabilities and operational procedures. Findings will be used to evaluate program performance, accountability, and integrity. Engagements must adhere to professional auditing standards outlined in s. 20.055, F.S. Travel may be required for certain projects or training. The incumbent will also be responsible for preparing reports on their work. This position requires a high degree of trustworthiness due to access to confidential personnel, tax, and child support records. The role involves employing discretion, independent judgment, and initiative to reach conclusions. It also includes providing management advisory services based on established practices and professional auditing standards. Key responsibilities include coordinating the 6-month corrective action plan review process, assisting with the annual agency risk assessment and internal audit plan development, and contributing to process improvement activities. The Senior Auditor will also train and mentor less experienced staff and complete required continuing professional education.

Requirements

At least two years of experience performing reviews of auditor work product in accordance with applicable standards.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of: IIA’s standards; the AIG’s standards; section 20.055, F.S.; methods of data collection and analysis.
Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Master's degree from an accredited institution.
Ability to: Analyze and utilize applicable laws, rules, policies and procedures relating to the Department; organize data into logical format for presentations in reports, documents, and other written materials; work independently; work constructively with others; communicate effectively.
Any of the following Professional certifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP).
Experience conducting audits in accordance with the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards or International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
Ability to independently lead or manage internal audit engagements.
Experience conducting: Operational audits, Compliance audits, Information technology audits or Advisory engagements.
Ability to work in the office five days a week.

Responsibilities

Follow the Department of Revenue Standards of Conduct, model ethical behavior, and demonstrate the Department’s mission, vision and values in all activities.
Provide excellent customer service, maintain a professional demeanor, and strive for continual improvement at all times.
Comply with ethics-related policies and procedures. Show concern for others through demonstrated action. Contribute to a working environment based upon Department of Revenue values that is free of harassment or intimidation and that is conducive to a pleasant and productive atmosphere.
Independently performs or leads complex studies or audits for DOR in order to improve management capabilities and operational procedures.
Prepare reports containing the results of work performed.
Employ discretion, independent judgment, resourcefulness, versatility, and initiative using a variety of professional skills and techniques to reach conclusions and findings.
Provide management advisory services and assistance based upon well-established and accepted practices, theories, techniques, and methodology, including professional auditing standards.
Coordinate the 6-month corrective action plan review process.
Review and monitor the implementation of strategies and corrective action plans.
Work with SharePoint Administrators to ensure the automated corrective action plan process is functioning and program contacts are periodically verified and updated.
Assist with conducting the annual agency risk assessment and developing the internal audit plan.
Assist with developing and implementing Internal Audit process improvement activities.
Assist with training and mentoring less-experienced Internal Audit section staff.
Completes the required hours of continuing professional education training and maintains documentation for verification.
Prioritizes completion of work products for any continuing professional education hours earned over the required hours.
Perform related work as required.