AUDITOR 3

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATIONDriving the future of transportation with a diverse and innovative teamTo learn more about the ADOT team CLICK HEREAUDITOR 3(External Audit Specialist)Job Location:Address: 1655 W Jackson StPhoenix, AZ 85007Posting Details:Anticipated Salary: $68,000Grade: 21Closing Date: 9/19/2024Job Summary:Under General Supervision, authorized to perform highly complex audits for third party audits. Executes audit programs by advising, preparing reports, developing audit scopes and objectives in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS) and government audit standards (GAS) and the audit manual. May provide testimony at formal or informal hearings.This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.Job Duties:Prepares audit work papers to include sufficient, relevant, and competent evidence to provide a basis for conclusions reached by interpreting and evaluating data to determine if the information provided is accurate, reliable and complete.Evaluates activities and internal controls to determine whether controls are designed to be effective and are implemented as designed. Reviews and defines audit steps by deciding what work needs to be performed based on risk factors and adjusting the work plans to better meet audit objectives.Gather, review, and interpret applicable information and data to determine if work was adequately performed to make an accurate conclusion. Examines and evaluates financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure accuracy, reliability and data integrity.Writes summary analyses of audit findings to explain and justify determinations of error, deficiency, anomaly, and/or violations. Determines and applies appropriate audit methodology, provides guidance and recommends changes to ensure accuracy and consistency on future construction projects.Analyze activities to determine if they are in accordance with state/federal law, policy, contract in compliance audit. Analyze/test business records to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable laws, policies and procedures; and accuracy and compliance of accounting methods, procedures, and results.Submits comprehensive reports to appropriate division personnel for compliance follow up as necessary. Coordinates with other agency personnel as required to clarify findings, interpret and apply state laws, policies and procedures and accounting principles, and provide technical assistance.Other duties as assigned as related to the position.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):Knowledge:- Auditing accounting and auditing methods and system; of general auditing standards and procedures.- Computer technology principles, terminology and programming. Google Workspace.- Federal regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes, applicable agency manuals, and policies and procedures.Skill:- Accurately analyze and interpret data.- Communicate effectively and train others.Ability:- Compose clear and concise audit reports.- Accurately complete and assemble audit working papers.- Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and demonstration of competency for all job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.Selective Preference(s):BA in accounting or closely related and at least two years experience as an Auditor or equivalent.Pre-Employment Requirements:This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).Benefits:The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:• Sick leave• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).• Health and dental insurance• Retirement plan• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insuranceBy providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits pageRetirement:Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.Contact Us:The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.