Uniform Financial Statements and Independent Auditor’s Report (UFR) Auditor

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Boston, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Operational Services Division (OSD) enables state government to obtain the goods and services it needs to serve the people of Massachusetts. OSD ensures that state procurements deliver best value and utilize fair, open, and competitive practices. The agency also helps thousands of businesses offer products and assistance to state agencies, local governments, and other public bodies - creating opportunities that contribute to economic growth and development. We work at the nexus between government and business and are privileged to make connections that support both sectors. Join our Dynamic Team OSD's dynamic team is guided by the following values: SERVICE, PARTNERSHIP, CREATIVE-PROBLEM SOLVING and RESPONSIVENESS. Our flexible, hybrid work environment fosters work-life balance and collaboration, allowing us to effectively serve our state agency and local government partners so they can achieve their goals on behalf of the people of Massachusetts. You'll be a great fit for our team if you believe in making state government work better, are forever curious and love building relationships and knowledge with partners in the public and private sectors. We look for people who are able to take initiative with a strong sense of urgency and enthusiasm, stay current on evolving policies, practices, industry and market trends, and consistently bring fresh ideas that contribute to a culture of innovation. Financial Auditing Unit collaborates with human and social services contractors, private special education programs, State agencies, CPA and the public to help contractors stay in compliance with various accounting standards, federal and state requirements. The Commonwealth has an obligation to establish a strong system of public accountability as well as to protect the interests of consumers being served by Commonwealth departments. These are accomplished through the Uniform Financial Statements and Independent Auditor's Report (UFR) which contractors must file with OSD on an annual basis. The UFR eFile system allows human and social service contractors to file their annual financial statements online.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions: I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business Management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the require experience.
II. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for the required experience.
Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to take initiative, and to perform multiple tasks independently and concurrently.
Knowledge of financial reports, Yellow Book standards, procedure use in auditing and GAAP.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of the methods of general report writing and the ability to write concisely, to develop ideas in a logical sequence and to express thoughts clearly.
Advanced knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 tools, including Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, as well as databases, applications, and other organizational and presentation software.
Ability to understand, explain and apply the laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, governing assigned unit activities.
Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of data, to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze UFR documentation submitted electronically by Human Services, Social Services and private special education programs. Document review includes but is not limited to the Independent Auditor’s report on financial statements, internal controls, and compliance, the vendor’s Statement of Position, Statement of Activities, Statement of Cash Flow, and Statement of Functional Expenses, OSD Expenditure and Federal funds listing letter, Auditing Services Checklist etc.
Prepare detailed work papers confirming contractor’s compliance or non-compliance with applicable laws and regulations including but not limited to contract compliance, over/under billing, surplus funds undocumented expenditures and the identification of non-reimbursable costs.
Review Corrective Action Plans, submitted by vendor and approved by purchasing agency for consistency and completion.
Prepare routine and ad hoc reports; write and run UFR database queries; prepare monthly audit summary data for management review; Prepare Corrective Action Plan (CAPS) Reports for the Executive Office of Human Services.
Provide technical assistance to filers/providers using the UFR system, assist providers needing reports or extracts from the UFR system.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100%25 of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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