Auditor Position
Under the direction of the Inspector General and the supervision of the Audit Manager, is responsible for the planning, executing, and reporting of audits and investigations in order to analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of procedures, programs, and operating controls. Serves as a staff specialist in the area of accounting records, operations, policies, and procedures. Also plans and conducts investigations relating to potential fraud, waste, and abuse.
Essential duties include :
- Managing and completing all phases of the audit process-survey, audit plans and programs, field work, reporting, and follow-up for assigned areas.
- Examining and analyzing accounting records, operations, policies, and procedures.
- Conferring with management concerning audit results and recommendations.
- Documenting and performing work in accordance with The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards and other applicable professional and departmental standards and practices.
- Serving as a consultant to staff regarding best practices in accounting and financial records, controls, risk controls, and associated procedures and policies.
- Serving as a lead auditor as assigned on more complex audits and investigations, and coordinating and reviewing the work of other audit staff and / or specialists as necessary.
- Planning and conducting investigations relating to fraud, waste, or abuse.
- Researching potential benchmarks, best practices, and applicable laws.
- Performing other duties of a similar nature or level.
Minimum qualifications include :
Bachelors degree with a preferred major concentration in Accounting, Business, Data Analytics, Risk Management, Statistics, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Five years of direct, verifiable, and related work experience.Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred, or meets current eligibility requirements and commits to acquiring one of the aforementioned certifications.Valid Florida drivers license.Knowledge, skills, and abilities required include :
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting.Knowledge of internal accounting and management controls.Knowledge of applicable Florida Statutes and county policies.Knowledge of the Global Audit Standards promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors.Skill in project management.Skill in preparing and making presentations.Skill in interviewing and conducting interrogations and investigations.Skill in financial calculations, analysis, and reporting.Skill in organizing and prioritizing work.Skill in the operation of computer software and hardware sufficient to enter, retrieve, and manipulate data.Ability to analyze data and prepare reports.Ability to fluently read, interpret, speak, write, and understand the English Language.Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, coworkers, customers, and others.Physical activities include :
Walking, fingering, talking, hearing, repetitive motions.Physical requirements include :
Light work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work : (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and / or pulling of arm or leg controls.The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, at distances close to the eyes, such as : preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading.The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles (when required).The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.