Auditor II

Are you imagining your next career move? Are you ready to make a positive impact in promoting accountability, transparency, and preserving the public trust? Then this opportunity is for you!  And the best part is that you can do all of this while living and serving a community that strives to be the best place to work, live and play, beautiful Naples Florida!  At the Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Office, you have the opportunity every day to make a difference to the citizens of Collier County. We believe that a career with the Clerk’s Office is not just a job but a calling for individuals looking to make a difference in the community that we serve. In fact, we take an oath to serve and uphold the Constitution of the United States and the State of Florida.  

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) provides independent, objective audits, reviews, and investigations designed to add value, improve Collier County government, and preserve public trust. The OIG provides citizens of Collier County with professional oversight and cost-effective internal audit services to ensure that the resources entrusted to county government are used efficiently, effectively, and properly.   Additionally, the work of the OIG is to educate citizens and policy makers regarding the operation of government, while assisting in the administration of the Clerk’s constitutional duties.    

The Auditor II will perform routine and more complex audits, reviews, and consulting projects for the Clerk and county in areas such as fiscal propriety, compliance, procurement, and contract review, while being alert to fraud, waste, and abuse. This highly visible position serves as a primary auditor and will be involved in governmental and various internal audits and assignments.  

This position will perform essential work for OIG such as:

• With guidance and direction from the Inspector General and Senior Auditor conducts routine and more complex audits, reviews, and consulting projects in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing of The Institute of International Auditors (IIA) and the Association of Inspectors General’s (AIG’s) Principles and the Standards for Offices of Inspector General.  
• Plans and conducts all phases of an audit, including developing a written audit plan and workpapers, performing audit fieldwork; drafting reports, to include findings and recommendations; and conducting follow-up.
• Conducts interviews, collect supporting documentation, and review facts to substantiate conclusions in an engagement. 
• Evaluate internal accounting and administrative controls in relation to cost benefits and effectiveness.
• Conducts entrance and exit conferences for audits, reviews, and other OIG oversight engagements. 
• Presents and communicates, both orally and in writing, audit findings and recommendations to the Inspector General, the Clerk, Clerk’s Office senior staff, and county officials. 
• Assists with the annual risk assessment and development of the OIG’s annual audit work plan.
• Prepares comprehensive audit reports for review by OIG senior staff or the Inspector General.  

• Completes a minimum of 40 hours of documented continuing education every two years, with at least 12 of the 40 hours in subjects directly related to risk, audit and/or public administration.  
• Supports and promotes the OIG by providing training, education, and outreach activities to the internal and external stakeholders of the Clerk and Board of County Commissioners.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
• The Collier Clerk’s Office values the team building benefits of in-person onsite collaboration.  This is an on-site position.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field and two year of auditing, accounting, or financial analysis, preferably in the public sector. 

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job may be substituted for the education or experience requirement.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: 

• Thorough knowledge of, and experience in, the principles, practices, methods, and procedures of auditing.
• Ability to apply OIG policies and procedures, professional standards and techniques in audits, reviews, and consulting engagements in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing of the IIA, AIG’s Principles and Standards for Offices of Inspector General.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License with any applicable endorsements and maintain eligibility requirements and endorsement(s) to drive a county vehicle.
• Knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing of the IIA.  
• Knowledge of internal and management controls; ability to analyze data, governmental activities, and processes to determine compliance with policies and procedures. 
• Ability to apply computer applications and software.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and prepare written reports. 
• Ability to apply auditing and management principles to the variety of policies, practices, and systems.
• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills, work either independently or as part of a team, and foster a positive work environment.

Preference may be given to candidates possessing highly desirable qualifications that include:  

• Certified Inspector General Auditor (CIGA),
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE),
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA),
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA),
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA),
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA),
• Certified IDEA Data Analyst (CIDA),
• Certified in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), 
• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM),
• Other highly desirable knowledge, skills, abilities, and credentials relevant to this position.

NOTE: This position may require travel throughout Collier County, so possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License is required. 

A career at the Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller provides a generous total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive salaries.
• Superior cost-effective wellness plans.
• Generous leave time.
• Excellent retirement and pension plans.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Salary : $71,676 - $115,115