What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auditor, Staff position at State of Alaska?
JOB
Looking for a career in auditing?Are you a CPA or do you want to become a CPA?Join the Division of Legislative Audit in Juneau, Alaska! We are dedicated to our mission of enhancing government operations and accountability by increasing transparency within the State of Alaska. If you are interested in working as a member of a team of professionals, Division of Legislative Audit is a great choice. We support your efforts to become a licensed CPA, and provide ongoing continuing education to further your professional development and maintain your CPA license. Reasons to live in JuneauJuneau is our nation’s most beautiful capital city with snow-capped mountains, the Pacific Ocean, and the largest national forest. Old-growth trees in a temperate rain forest create clean air and clean water, as well as many opportunities for adventure. The local trails offer a multitude of choices for exploring the woods or climbing mountains. Our local waters provide some of the best seafood in the world: salmon, halibut, shrimp, and crab. Water-lovers enjoy ocean boating, diving, paddle boarding, and even surfing. There are rivers for white-water rafting and lakes, ocean and rivers for fishing. Locals and visitors avail themselves of the many cabins and camping options in and around Juneau. Winter brings a host of nordic and alpine skiing possibilities at Eaglecrest Ski Area.For a town of 30 thousand people, Juneau has an amazing array of cultural opportunities. The Alaska Folk Festival, Juneau Jazz and Classics, and the Juneau Symphony bring a variety of world-class music to town every year and the city houses the state museum, a professional theater, and many art galleries. All of these things contribute to a quality of life that is highly prized by those who live in Juneau. General DescriptionThe division offers an exciting opportunity to work with a team of professionals, gain valuable work experience, and develop new skills. Auditors work on teams performing financial, compliance, and performance audits of state departments and programs. Each year, the division audits the State's most significant financial activities and performs compliance testing for federal programs as part of the statewide single audit. Special audits are also conducted for a wide variety of objectives designed to evaluate specific state operations.The staff auditor position is the agency's entry-level audit position. The position learns basic audit skills and performs entry-level tasks at the direction of supervisory auditors.Minimum Annual Salary: $77,064 - $87,945Examples of DutiesPerforms auditing procedures and techniques in accordance with audit standards established by the AICPA and government audit standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States.Prepares workpapers that are thorough, complete, and accurate which document the audit procedures.Researches laws, regulations, contracts, and grant agreements to determine if programs and processes are being administered accordingly.Follows audit procedures to accurately identify errors and summarize the results of findings.Interviews State agency personnel regarding agency operations and documents the interviews.Works with State agency personnel to obtain audit documentation.Depending on experience, develops audit procedures.Depending on experience, assists in writing audit reports.Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to communicate in a professional manner.Knowledge of or willingness to obtain knowledge of Government Auditing Standards.Ability to evaluate business processes, identify risks, and identify controls that should be in place.Ability to read, comprehend, and analyze information.Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Ability to research and interpret federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.Ability to interpret and implement new accounting and auditing pronouncements.Ability to maintain confidential information.Ability to work in a team environment and foster a positive work atmosphere.Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet frequent deadlines.Ability to lift 40 pounds.Possess a valid driver's license.Distinguishing CharacteristicsThis is a fully exempt job class under Alaska Statute 39.25.110(3).Positions in Division of Legislative Audit are required to be politically neutral.Class range and title will depend on experience and qualifications.Currently, we are not providing visa employer sponsorships.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
An applicant who is either: (1) qualified (or soon will be qualified) to sit and is committed to studying for and passing the CPA exam,OR(2) has passed the CPA exam or parts of the exam.ANDHas a minimum GPA of 3.25 from an accredited university or college in a field relevant to this position.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Michael BarnhillCompliance Auditor907-465-4178michael.barnhill@akleg.gov
Looking for a career in auditing?Are you a CPA or do you want to become a CPA?Join the Division of Legislative Audit in Juneau, Alaska! We are dedicated to our mission of enhancing government operations and accountability by increasing transparency within the State of Alaska. If you are interested in working as a member of a team of professionals, Division of Legislative Audit is a great choice. We support your efforts to become a licensed CPA, and provide ongoing continuing education to further your professional development and maintain your CPA license. Reasons to live in JuneauJuneau is our nation’s most beautiful capital city with snow-capped mountains, the Pacific Ocean, and the largest national forest. Old-growth trees in a temperate rain forest create clean air and clean water, as well as many opportunities for adventure. The local trails offer a multitude of choices for exploring the woods or climbing mountains. Our local waters provide some of the best seafood in the world: salmon, halibut, shrimp, and crab. Water-lovers enjoy ocean boating, diving, paddle boarding, and even surfing. There are rivers for white-water rafting and lakes, ocean and rivers for fishing. Locals and visitors avail themselves of the many cabins and camping options in and around Juneau. Winter brings a host of nordic and alpine skiing possibilities at Eaglecrest Ski Area.For a town of 30 thousand people, Juneau has an amazing array of cultural opportunities. The Alaska Folk Festival, Juneau Jazz and Classics, and the Juneau Symphony bring a variety of world-class music to town every year and the city houses the state museum, a professional theater, and many art galleries. All of these things contribute to a quality of life that is highly prized by those who live in Juneau. General DescriptionThe division offers an exciting opportunity to work with a team of professionals, gain valuable work experience, and develop new skills. Auditors work on teams performing financial, compliance, and performance audits of state departments and programs. Each year, the division audits the State's most significant financial activities and performs compliance testing for federal programs as part of the statewide single audit. Special audits are also conducted for a wide variety of objectives designed to evaluate specific state operations.The staff auditor position is the agency's entry-level audit position. The position learns basic audit skills and performs entry-level tasks at the direction of supervisory auditors.Minimum Annual Salary: $77,064 - $87,945Examples of DutiesPerforms auditing procedures and techniques in accordance with audit standards established by the AICPA and government audit standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States.Prepares workpapers that are thorough, complete, and accurate which document the audit procedures.Researches laws, regulations, contracts, and grant agreements to determine if programs and processes are being administered accordingly.Follows audit procedures to accurately identify errors and summarize the results of findings.Interviews State agency personnel regarding agency operations and documents the interviews.Works with State agency personnel to obtain audit documentation.Depending on experience, develops audit procedures.Depending on experience, assists in writing audit reports.Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to communicate in a professional manner.Knowledge of or willingness to obtain knowledge of Government Auditing Standards.Ability to evaluate business processes, identify risks, and identify controls that should be in place.Ability to read, comprehend, and analyze information.Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Ability to research and interpret federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.Ability to interpret and implement new accounting and auditing pronouncements.Ability to maintain confidential information.Ability to work in a team environment and foster a positive work atmosphere.Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet frequent deadlines.Ability to lift 40 pounds.Possess a valid driver's license.Distinguishing CharacteristicsThis is a fully exempt job class under Alaska Statute 39.25.110(3).Positions in Division of Legislative Audit are required to be politically neutral.Class range and title will depend on experience and qualifications.Currently, we are not providing visa employer sponsorships.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
An applicant who is either: (1) qualified (or soon will be qualified) to sit and is committed to studying for and passing the CPA exam,OR(2) has passed the CPA exam or parts of the exam.ANDHas a minimum GPA of 3.25 from an accredited university or college in a field relevant to this position.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Michael BarnhillCompliance Auditor907-465-4178michael.barnhill@akleg.gov
Salary : $77,064 - $87,945
