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Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) is seeking an Internal Auditor in the Office for Administration & Finance!
AGENCY MISSION:
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) is responsible for building more homes and lowering housing costs across the Commonwealth through partnerships with municipalities, housing authorities, and community stakeholders.
OVERVIEW OF ROLE:
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) administers many different state and federally funded programs in cooperation with its subrecipients and partnering agencies. The Auditor IV assists in the execution of individual internal audits or projects related to all aspects of the Department's operations to ensure that EOHLC's programs are meeting their objectives and are in compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations.
They are involved in the development and completion of audits throughout the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases, as well as special projects that support EOHLC's program objectives. The incumbent is responsible for developing and performing audit procedures that evaluate the condition of financial, operational and IT controls. They also identify audit issues, assist in the presentation of findings and recommendations to EOHLC's management and its subrecipients/partnering agencies, as well as perform follow-up reviews of outstanding internal audit issues.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE):
1. Audits
• Assists in the execution of individual internal audits or projects related to all aspects of the Department's operations to ensure that EOHLC's programs are meeting their objectives and are in compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations.
• Plan and execute audit projects in accordance with the department and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards.
• Perform audit procedures to evaluate the condition of financial, operational and IT controls.
• Prepare internal audit work papers, in accordance with agency and IIA standards, reflecting the results of the work performed.
• Assist in the preparation audit reports making practical and value-added recommendations to improve risk management practices and the efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
2. Interviews/Presentiations
• Conduct interviews with Department staff regarding the related risks for a specific program or division; and assist in developing audit programs to evaluate these risks.
• Present or assist in the presentation of findings and recommendations to EOHLC management and its subrecipients/partnering agencies.
3. Collaborate/Assist:
• Provides financial, administrative and programmatic support with respect to the agency's mulitple programs.
• Work with Director of Finance and Department staff to implement new controls and/or strengthen existing ones to address known or potential noncompliance.
• Assist with gathering documentation for external auditors and responding to audit inquiries during the agency's annual Single Audit and any other external audits.
4. Reports:
• Manage tasks within time budgets and target dates, reporting any timing problems or issues to the engagement lead or manager.
• Perform follow-up reviews of outstanding internal audit issues and assist in the preparation of reporting thereof.
5.Other duties:
• Reviews and maintains records in accordance with federal regulations, established Agency practices and professional accounting standards.
• Travel throughout the state may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Prior experience in a role involving internal or external audit activities is preferred.
2. Working towards, intention to obtain, or completed designation as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor is desirable.
3. Knowledge of internal control concepts, principles, practices and applications.
4. Ability to communicate and work effectively with EOHLC Senior Management and staff, State and Federal managers.
5. Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
6. Ability to analyze data, laws and regulations, draw conclusions, and make recommendations.
7. Ability to work independently and as part of team, manage multiple ongoing priorities and organize time efficiently and effectively while meeting required deadlines.
8. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
9. Adept at learning new applications quickly and at least intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
10. Ability to escalate issues and concerns to supervisor in a timely manner.
11. Knowledge of state accounting and budgetary procedures including terminology as well as experience using the MOSAIC is a plus or experience using another accounting software program.
12. Budgeting skills or knowledge of state budgetary process is a plus.
13. Knowledge of EOHLC's programs administered by subrecipients and partnering agencies is a plus.
14. T ravel throughout the state for compliance monitoring reviews may be required.
COMMENTS:
Please upload resume and cover letter.
This position would be expected to follow a hybrid model of reporting to work that combines in-office workdays and work from home days, as needed.
Salary placement is determined by years of experience and education directly related to the position and the Human Resources Division's Recruiting Guidelines. In the case of a promotional opportunity, the salary provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.
Qualifications:
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, of which at least (B) one year must have been in supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity, or (C) 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 required (A) experience.* II. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration, or business management may be substitute for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.* *Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed. NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience. No substitution will be allowed for the required (B) experience.
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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% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.