What are the responsibilities and job description for the Management Auditor Trainee position at NYC Department of Social Services?
IMPORTANT NOTE: CANDIDATES WITH A PERMANENT MANAGEMENT AUDITOR TRAINEE TITLE OR PROVIDE PROOF OF FILING FOR THE MANAGEMENT AUDITOR TRAINEE EXAM NO. 1106 ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (EIN) WHEN APPLYING AND INDICATE IN YOUR COVER LETTER IF YOU ARE A PERMANENT MANAGEMENT AUDITOR TRAINEE.
NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service.
The Internal Audit Office plans and conducts internal audits of DOF operations and activities and makes recommendations for improvements. This includes reviewing and testing internal controls, examining the adequacy of policies and procedures, and monitoring compliance. Internal Audit also manages the external audit process, serving as a liaison for external auditors, coordinating responses to questions and information requests, and compiling and managing agency-wide annual reports on internal controls, corruption hazards, and inventory. It liaises with Finance Information Technology and Legal Affairs on required IRS reporting. In addition, Internal Audit follows up on the implementation status of internal and external audit recommendations.
The Internal Audit Division (IAD) is seeking one motivated individual to join their team. Under close supervision, is trained in and performs beginning level professional work for the purpose of acquiring knowledge, skill and competence in the conduct of complex and detailed financial, operational, IT, and management audits. Other duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
This position will require employees to have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and is subject to an additional background investigation before appointment. The candidate(s) will be required to pass the FTI background investigation as a term and condition of employment.
Direct Lines of Promotion
This is a professional training class of positions with a limited term of 12 months. Upon the satisfactory completion of the 12-month term, employees in this title will receive appointments, without further examination, to the title of Management Auditor (40502).
MANAGEMENT AUDITOR TRAINEE - 40501
Minimum Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by 24 credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting, auditing, and cost accounting.
Preferred Skills
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service.
The Internal Audit Office plans and conducts internal audits of DOF operations and activities and makes recommendations for improvements. This includes reviewing and testing internal controls, examining the adequacy of policies and procedures, and monitoring compliance. Internal Audit also manages the external audit process, serving as a liaison for external auditors, coordinating responses to questions and information requests, and compiling and managing agency-wide annual reports on internal controls, corruption hazards, and inventory. It liaises with Finance Information Technology and Legal Affairs on required IRS reporting. In addition, Internal Audit follows up on the implementation status of internal and external audit recommendations.
The Internal Audit Division (IAD) is seeking one motivated individual to join their team. Under close supervision, is trained in and performs beginning level professional work for the purpose of acquiring knowledge, skill and competence in the conduct of complex and detailed financial, operational, IT, and management audits. Other duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Receives training in methods of conducting internal audits of agency operations and activities according to generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS). Internal audits include understanding and analyzing internal operations, identifying risks, evaluating systems and controls, reporting findings, and making recommendations.
- Receives training and assists in analyzing and evaluating computer systems, IT security policies, procedures, and controls.
- Assist in conducting internal inspections to address the safeguard requirements the IRC and the IRS impose to protect federal tax returns and return information.
- Is trained in drafting memos, preparing audit programs and workpapers to document findings.
- Is trained in and assists in drafting effective audit reports to present findings and make recommendations.
- Assist in preparing annual reports.
- Assist in monitoring previously issued audit recommendations to ensure implementation.
- Is trained in and assists with work on special projects assigned by management.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
This position will require employees to have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and is subject to an additional background investigation before appointment. The candidate(s) will be required to pass the FTI background investigation as a term and condition of employment.
Direct Lines of Promotion
This is a professional training class of positions with a limited term of 12 months. Upon the satisfactory completion of the 12-month term, employees in this title will receive appointments, without further examination, to the title of Management Auditor (40502).
MANAGEMENT AUDITOR TRAINEE - 40501
Minimum Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by 24 credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting, auditing, and cost accounting.
Preferred Skills
- Ability to work independently when given specific instructions. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills. - Microsoft Word/Excel knowledge. - Highly organized, motivated, and self-directed individual. - Capable of handling multiple projects at the same time and meet deadlines. - Demonstrate flexibility in responding to changes in assignment and job responsibility. - Be able to think outside the box as there are new initiatives underway.
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
