Senior Auditor Remote Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

The Auditor 3 works under limited supervision of the Chief of Operations (Division Administrator Senior), performing complex auditing reviews for city, county and state; advises on the requirements, liabilities and penalties of compliance and noncompliance; prepares audit reports, outlines, drafts and final reports; provides advice and/or recommendations on corrective actions. This position may provide testimony at formal or informal hearings; perform in a lead capacity; and develops audit scopes, objectives, and procedures in accordance with generally-accepted auditing standards (GAAS and government audit standards (GAS).

Conducts field monitoring reviews and/or audits subrecipients, examining all source documentation. Analyzes and evaluates work procedures, methods and rules for work unit.
Review and examine contracts of city, county and state organizations for audit compliance and resolution of applicable findings. Compares data from sources to assure compliance with technical specifications, using judgment and relying upon considerable knowledge of the subject materials.
Examines financial records, payrolls, contracts, inventories, equipment, budgets and other financial documents for validity and correctness. Writes detailed reports based upon audit reviews.
Analyzes and evaluates work procedures, methods and rules for a work unit. Compares data from sources to assure compliance with technical specifications, using judgment and relying upon considerable knowledge of the subject materials. Monitor and recommend changes.
Attends periodic workshops or training sessions to improve working knowledge and skills at senior worker level in work systems.

Knowledge of:
Thorough knowledge of Federal and State rules and regulations pertaining to various grant programs;
Principles of auditing;
Policies and procedures utilized within various criminal justice agencies in Arizona;
Computers and accounting software;
Develops audit scopes, objectives and procedures in accordance with generally-accepted auditing standards (GAAS) and government audit standards (GAS).
Skills in:
Oral and written communication;
Time Management;
Interpretation and application of appropriate Federal and State laws and regulations.
Ability to:
Apply audit and accounting methods;
Express delicate information in a confidential and informed manner without expressing accusation or blame;
Maintain the confidentiality of information and release only to authorized personnel;
Ability to accurately interpret federal and state laws and regulations and explain complex concepts to subrecipients.

Bachelor's Degree in accounting or closely related field.

At least two years' experience as an auditor or equivalent; some experience in the accounting field preferred.
Arizona Drivers License.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

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
insurance

By 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 program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Rose Ibe at rose.ibe@azdoa.gov.