What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Auditor position at South Carolina DDSN?
Job Responsibilities
Are you a recent graduate looking to gain auditing experience, or someone in search of a new career? The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is hiring a professional auditor to conduct compliance audits of County DSN Boards and contracted service providers.
About Our Agency:
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of:
- intellectual disability and related disabilities
- autism spectrum disorder
- traumatic brain injury
- spinal cord injury and similar disability
Job Responsibilities:
As a Professional Auditor, you will be a member of an Internal Audit team and assist in the completion of assigned tasks that support audit planning, execution, reporting, and follow up. The Professional Auditor will work effectively as part of a team, while also successfully executing independent assignments.
- Documents processes via narratives or flowcharts to identify top risks. Identifies key controls within a process and assists in the development of audit procedures designed to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of those internal controls.
- Executes and/or assists audit team members in the performance of audit procedures/test steps and the accurate documentation of the related work papers to support conclusions reached.
- Develops test conclusions and drafts findings and recommendations for inclusion in the audit report. Participates in exit conference.
- Perform follow-up procedures for assigned action plans.
- Continuously develops knowledge of audit tools and techniques to ensure quality audit work.
- Other duties as assigned.
- This position is located at the Central Office in Columbia, South Carolina; however, in-state overnight travel may be required.
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Minimum and Additional Requirements
An associate degree and experience in accounting, auditing, finance, insurance, or tax preparation and/or analysis. A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for the work experience.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office products.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the principles, practices and theories of accounting and auditing.
Ability to analyze and interpret accounting and financial data to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
Ability to document and communicate audit results effectively.
Strong time and project management skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships; effective listening skills.
Additional Comments
About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.
EEO Statement: DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex -including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening – to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS “List of Excluded Individuals/Entities” screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.
Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.
State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.
Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
