Office of the State Auditor - Senior Auditor

Office of the State Auditor - Senior AuditorAugusta , Maine , United States | Audit | Full-time | Partially remote Apply by: Feb. 2, 2022 Apply with Linkedin ApplyOffice of the State AuditorOpening Date: January 20, 2022Closing Date: February 2, 2022Job Title: Senior AuditorJob Class Code: 0773Grade: 27 Supervisory Bargaining UnitSalary: $54,537.60 – $74,068.80 Position Number(s): 007000623OPEN FOR RECRUITMENT: January 20, 2022 – February 2, 2022Minimum starting salary has been established at $62,774.40 / year

Additional compensation provided for professional certifications for CPA, CISA, and CIAAgency Information: The Office of the State Auditor has the statutory authority to audit all accounts and other financial records of State government, including any counties, municipalities, and any organization, institution or other entity receiving or requesting an appropriation or grant from State government. The Office conducts its audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, and the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996, United States Code, Section 7501-7507. The Office is also authorized to review departmental budgets and capital programs for better and efficient management of State government, to serve as a staff agency to the Legislature and the Governor in making investigations of State’s finances.Job Duties: This is professional supervisory services work conducting independent, complex audits of organizational units of State government. The assigned work schedule is five days per week. Employees in this classification are responsible for planning, designing and administering complex audit assignments requiring extensive knowledge of both accounting principles and auditing standards. The daily responsibilities of a Senior Auditor includes providing direct supervision to staff auditors by reviewing their work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to professional auditing standards; to research State and federal laws and regulations to ensure proper administration of State and federal programs; to analyze complex financial statements of the State to support our independent opinion that those statements have been assembled in accordance with accounting principles established by the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB); to effectively communicate audit issues to agency personnel so that corrective actions can be taken to improve agency operations. Responsibilities also include analyzing information technology based systems; conducting special projects approved by the State Auditor; providing technical assistance to senior staff in other agencies, and interpretations of laws, regulations and changes in accounting principles. Work is performed in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and those contained inGovernment Auditing Standardsissued by the Comptroller General of the United States.The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, and standards, and practices promulgated by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Ability to conduct audits of governmental entities.

Ability to interpret federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.

Ability to prepare audit findings and recommend appropriate corrective action.

Ability to secure facts through investigation.

Ability to analyze complex financial statements of the State of Maine.

Ability to conduct information technology audits.

Ability to research laws, regulations, and highly technical accounting issues.

Ability to interpret and implement new accounting and auditing pronouncements.

Ability to review work of professional staff for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to professional auditing standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related fieldandthree (3) years of progressively responsible auditing and accounting experienceorone (1) year of directly related auditing experience in a government environment which includes experience as a working supervisor or in an equivalent capacity,-OR- ten (10) years of practical, progressively responsible accounting or auditing experience at a professional level-OR-Certification as a CPA, CIA, or CISA,-OR-a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, or related field,andone year of accounting or audit experience, -OR-meets the requirements to sit for the Certified Public Accountant’s Examination (at least 150 semester hours of education, including a minimum 4-year Bachelors or higher degree conferred by a college or university acceptable to the board), and shall consist of at least 15 hours of accounting, auditing and ethics (which must include at least three hours of auditing and three hours of accounting), and three (3) years of progressively responsible accounting and auditing experience or one (1) year of directly related auditing experience in a government environment that includes experience as a working supervisor or in an equivalent capacity.Special consideration will be given to those who have a CPA designation or those who have made progress obtaining this certification.BENEFITS: Why Work for the State of Maine?No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and -wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($9,893.52-$11,057.52 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 16% of Bargaining Unit and 17.96% of Confidential employee’s pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

Gym Membership Reimbursement (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/wellness/gym-membership-reimbursement) – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/benefits/flexible-spending) – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/rules-policies/policy-practices-manual/Employee-Rights-and-Responsibilities-Federal) .

Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves 457(b) account (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/benefits/SavingforRetirement) through payroll deductions.

Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

APPLICATION INFORMATION:For additional information about this position please email through recruiterbox, Tracy Brackett, Business Operations and Human Resources Coordinator at:(207) 624-6280 or e-mailTracy.Brackett@maine.gov.To apply, please complete application inrecruiterboxto include current resume, cover letter, and official copies of post-secondary transcripts. If additional items are to be mailed please send them to:Office of the State Auditor

Attn: Tracy Brackett

#66 State House Station

Augusta, ME 04333-0066

E-mail:Tracy.Brackett@maine.govInformation provided during the application, interview, and selection process will be verified.Incomplete application(s) will be failed or returned to the applicant.Maine State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.