Introduction
The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforcecommitted to providing exemplary service to its residents. If you arepassionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants, pleaseconsider the following opportunity.
Purpose
The Associate Auditor conducts detailed reviews of City departments'operations, including evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of internalcontrols and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, management policies,and standard accounting practices. Audits are a significant part of the City’sinternal financial and management control.
Essential Functions
Auditing and Process Improvement :
- Perform audit procedures, including walkthroughs, interviews, test procedures, control and risk assessments, onsite reviews, document and transaction examinations, and process inquiry and analysis.
- Assist with preliminary research, planning, scope and objective development related to internal audits.
- Identify and recommend enhancements to the audit process and products for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assist with administrative tasks, including the Fraud Hotline operations and audit finding follow-up.
- Participate in audit team and auditee meetings.
Reporting :
Prepare orderly, logical workpapers that document and support the audit work and its findings and recommendations.Assist in detailed reporting development.Assist in presentation preparation for senior management and Common Council Committees.We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who areinterested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008.
Conditions of Employment
The Associate Auditor must be willing and able to :
Meet continuing professional education (CPE) requirements of auditing standards and certifications, including 20 CPE hours annually, 80 CPE hours bi-annually with a minimum of 24 CPE hours bi-annually related to Government to comply with the requirements.Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, public administration, urban planning or a related field.Note : Students with an anticipated college graduation date ofMay 2025 may participate in the selection process, but may not be hired untilthe related degree has been completed.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may beconsidered.
NOTICE : Please do not attach your academic transcriptsto your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’education as part of the background screening process prior to extending anyjob offers.
Desirable Qualifications
Working towards, or certification as a CIA, CPA, Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or related.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics
Technical :
Knowledge of accounting and auditing principals, procedures, standards, and practices.Knowledge of mathematics and the ability to make accurate calculations.Ability to learn and apply the City’s auditing processes and procedures effectively.Ability to understand a business operation, follow established procedures, and review for deficiencies through an audit.Ability to evaluate risk and develop audit findings and recommendations for improvement.Ability to conduct research, perform data collection and analysis, make recommendations for corrective action, and produce reports.Proficiency in using standard computer software and programs such as word processing, spreadsheet, and financial software systems and databases.Communication and Interpersonal :
Written communication skills to prepare clear and concise business correspondence and reports.Verbal communication skills to share information and respond to questions clearly.Ability to work independently and function as part of a team.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow staff, management, contractors, consultants, elected officials, other City staff, community partners, and outside agencies.Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.Judgment and Professionalism :
Ability to think critically and analytically.Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and good judgment.Ability to plan and prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines and adjust priorities as necessary with limited supervision.Ability to meet competing, challenging, and ever-changing priorities.Ability to work within tight time constraints.Ability to effectively evaluate or make independent decisions based on experience, knowledge, and training.Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy, detail, and quality.Ability to serve as an effective steward of City resources.Current Salary
The current salary range (Pay Range 2IX) is $68,244-86,854 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukeeresidents is $70,292-$89,460 annually. Appointment above theminimum is possible based upon experience level and other qualifications and issubject to approval.
Benefits :
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefitsprogram that includes the following :
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan457 Deferred Compensation PlanHealth and Dental InsurancePaid Parental LeaveComprehensive Wellness ProgramOnsite Clinic ServicesOnsite Employee Assistance ProgramAlternative Work SchedulesLong Term Disability InsuranceGroup Life InsuranceTuition BenefitsPaid Vacation12 Paid HolidaysPaid Sick Leave and other paid leavesFlexible Spending ArrangementCommuter Value Pass
Salary : $68,244 - $86,854
