What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Auditor position at Luzerne County?
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Summary: This position performs audits and financial reviews, as required of the County Controller by the Luzerne County Home Rule Charter and in accordance with the latest auditing industry pronouncements and standards.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Typical duties for this position include: Review data and conduct County audits in accordance with Government Auditing Standard (GAS) guidelines Work under the direction of the audit supervisor, as assigned by the Controller or Deputy Controller Prepare audit contact information, assist audit staff, and prepare audit correspondence and confirmations Identify and evaluate data for entry into an auditable spreadsheet or similar application Identify potential problems or items of concern that arise when compiling data and relay these concerns to audit staff for evaluation and follow up Prepare audit reports and type findings, as summarized by the auditor in charge Proofread all correspondence and identify potential problems in reports Provide assistance and direction to audited personnel with regard to best practices for accounting policy and procedures Attend seminars, in order to obtain the required hours of continuing education Manage office supply requisitions Maintain County contracts file Additional tasks, as assigned by the Controller
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Knowledge of basic principles and applications of auditing, accounting, and bookkeeping; knowledge of governmental auditing preferredKnowledge of standard accounting terminology and mathematical formulasKnowledge of standard office procedures and systemsExperienced in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook); familiarity with Microsoft Access preferredSkill and ability in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department directors, employees, third party vendors, and auditorsExcellent written/verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levelsSkill in planning and organization of audit proceduresSkill in problem solving, analysis, and solution recommendationSkill in operating standard business machines, including networked Windows Operating System desktop computer, typing, photocopier, and facsimile machineFamiliarity with the Luzerne County Home Rule Charter, County Personnel Policy, Luzerne County Administrative Code, Petty Cash Policy, Purchase Order requirements, Tax Collectors' Ordinance, PA Department of Community and Economic Development's Tax Collectors' Manual, Accountability, Ethics, and Conduct Code, and other areas that require the attention of the Controller to insure complianceAbility to multi-task assignments, prioritize workload with limited supervision, and be resilient under pressure when faced with tight deadlinesAbility to carry out complex oral and written instructionsAbility to perform detailed work with frequent interruptionAbility to exercise independent judgmentAbility to handle multiple projects effectivelyAbility to travel 15-25% of the time for county-wide fieldwork; valid driver's license requiredLUZERNE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
Summary: This position performs audits and financial reviews, as required of the County Controller by the Luzerne County Home Rule Charter and in accordance with the latest auditing industry pronouncements and standards.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Typical duties for this position include: Review data and conduct County audits in accordance with Government Auditing Standard (GAS) guidelines Work under the direction of the audit supervisor, as assigned by the Controller or Deputy Controller Prepare audit contact information, assist audit staff, and prepare audit correspondence and confirmations Identify and evaluate data for entry into an auditable spreadsheet or similar application Identify potential problems or items of concern that arise when compiling data and relay these concerns to audit staff for evaluation and follow up Prepare audit reports and type findings, as summarized by the auditor in charge Proofread all correspondence and identify potential problems in reports Provide assistance and direction to audited personnel with regard to best practices for accounting policy and procedures Attend seminars, in order to obtain the required hours of continuing education Manage office supply requisitions Maintain County contracts file Additional tasks, as assigned by the Controller
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Knowledge of basic principles and applications of auditing, accounting, and bookkeeping; knowledge of governmental auditing preferredKnowledge of standard accounting terminology and mathematical formulasKnowledge of standard office procedures and systemsExperienced in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook); familiarity with Microsoft Access preferredSkill and ability in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department directors, employees, third party vendors, and auditorsExcellent written/verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levelsSkill in planning and organization of audit proceduresSkill in problem solving, analysis, and solution recommendationSkill in operating standard business machines, including networked Windows Operating System desktop computer, typing, photocopier, and facsimile machineFamiliarity with the Luzerne County Home Rule Charter, County Personnel Policy, Luzerne County Administrative Code, Petty Cash Policy, Purchase Order requirements, Tax Collectors' Ordinance, PA Department of Community and Economic Development's Tax Collectors' Manual, Accountability, Ethics, and Conduct Code, and other areas that require the attention of the Controller to insure complianceAbility to multi-task assignments, prioritize workload with limited supervision, and be resilient under pressure when faced with tight deadlinesAbility to carry out complex oral and written instructionsAbility to perform detailed work with frequent interruptionAbility to exercise independent judgmentAbility to handle multiple projects effectivelyAbility to travel 15-25% of the time for county-wide fieldwork; valid driver's license requiredLUZERNE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
