SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST II - SES - 64080687 1

State of Florida • TALLAHASSEE, FL

10d • $61,000 - $68,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a senior-level internal audit position within the Department of Health’s (Department, DOH) Office of Inspector General (OIG). The position reports to the OIG’s Director of Auditing. This position primarily performs complex internal audit engagements of DOH contracts with various internal and external entities and programs.

Requirements

• Applicants must have a history of planning, preparing and conducting audits of internal programs and processes related to a governmental agency.
• Applicants must have a history of preparing lengthy written reports to be published for the public.
• Applicants should be comfortable talking to all Department staff, ranging from entry-level positions to senior management, and contractors and subcontractors of the Department.
• The incumbent in the position should be able to maintain an independent and impartial attitude when conducting audit related engagements; have a strong, self-motivating work ethic; good organizational skills; be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously; and perform work responsibilities independently and free from bias or outside influence.
• The incumbent must possess the knowledge base and ability to efficiently and effectively conduct internal audits, reviews, and consulting engagements in accordance with Section 20.055, Florida Statutes, and professional auditing standards, including the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Red Book).
• Knowledge and skills to utilize such software solutions as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the Department’s management and staff at all levels.
• A minimum of three years of experience managing contracts and/or auditing contracts with a private and/or government entity.
• Contract managing experience, if applicable, must include extensive involvement in the contract management process, including financial analysis, thorough assessment of compliance with contract terms and deliverables, and on-site reviews/visits, among others.
• Contract auditing experience, if applicable, must include planning, conducting, and reporting on audits that assess compliance with applicable regulations and/or contract terms, financial analysis of documentation and records maintained and provided by a contracting entity, and assessment of controls related to the services and deliverables provided by a contracting entity, among others.
• Applicants must have good writing skills, verbal communication, listening skills, logical and critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• An active Florida Certified Contract Manager certification and maintain the certification, in good standing, during the duration of employment in this position.
• Incumbent must obtain, at a minimum, the necessary continuing professional trainings required to maintain the Florida Certified Contract Manager certification, along with all continuing education hours required of the Principles and Standards for Offices of Inspectors General and any other certifications held by the incumbent and any profession-specific standards utilized during a project/engagement.
• All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Have specialty skills in data analysis and data analytics software, performance review, process analysis and evaluation.
• Possess professional accounting/audit related licenses or certifications.
• Can provide examples of published audit reports with findings and recommendations.
• Have experience with electronic workpaper documentation systems and cross-referencing.
• An active certification from at least one of the following organizations: Florida Board of Accountancy, Institute of Internal Auditors, Association of Inspectors General, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, or Information Systems Audit and Control Association.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or assist in the preparation of audit objectives, audit plans, and audit programs. This position may be required to gather background and relevant information; review applicable regulations and contract terms; develop an audit/project plan; conduct interviews; analyze documentation; conduct financial analysis; formulate conclusions and/or recommendations based upon supporting evidence; prepare objective, accurate, and logical written reports and closure documentation summarizing audit-related activities; and meet with management and/or contracting entity leadership to discuss engagement findings, conclusions, and recommendations, when necessary.
• Perform audit fieldwork as described in the audit program. This will normally require the application of a wide range of audit techniques such as sampling, testing, reconciling, interviewing, observing, and confirming, among others. Prepare audit documentation to document work performed.
• Organize audit work papers, summarize the pertinent facts and prepare or assist in preparing a draft report. Respond to the audit review notes of the Director of Auditing, Assistant Director of Auditing, and Inspector General (IG). Review the work of audit staff when serving in a capacity of Lead Auditor.
• Participate in exit conferences with auditees and assist in issuing draft reports for comment. Revise draft reports as necessary, merge auditees’ comments into reports and assist in issuing final reports. Perform follow-up reviews to determine status of report recommendations.
• Participate in Enterprise-wide audit engagements administered through the Office of the Governor, Chief Inspector General’s Office. These engagements may consist of participating in multi-agency projects or working as a member of a project team performing work across multiple agencies simultaneously.
• Maintain and improve professional knowledge and skills through participation in staff meetings, staff development activities, seminars, and review of office reference materials.
• Perform related work as required.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree