Accountant/Auditor 4

Under limited supervision, at the advanced level, these positions perform accounting/auditing duties in one or more of the following areas: general accounting, internal auditing, external auditing, budget/administration, financial analysis and statutory accounting. These positions may be responsible for preparing highly complex expense, revenue, and reconciliation reports, planning, assigning, and reviewing agency audits and handling more sensitive accounting/auditing matters. Responsibilities may also include supervising Accounting Technicians and other office support staff in the preparation of financial reports and the maintenance of proprietary ledgers, budgetary control ledgers, profit and loss statements and other comparable reports, and training lower-level accountants/auditors. Some positions may involve conducting complex financial audits related to the investigation and/or prosecution of insurance fraud (forensic accounting). Statewide travel may be required. Non-standard work hours are required for forensic accountant/auditor positions. Perform related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

These positions function at the advanced level and work is specialized in nature relative to lower levels in the class series. Forensic accountant/auditor positions in the Offices of the Insurance Commissioner and the Public Employees Insurance Agency function at this level.  

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IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.

 

ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter.

Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.

 

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* Assist in the development of policies and procedures; develop and install accounting/auditing systems.


* Conduct research into the accounting needs of the agency/entity.


* Conduct audits of a sensitive nature, and/or fraud and/or special compliance review with internal control evaluations and recommendations and/or investigations of sensitive agency activities or activities of grantees for funds with federal/state requirements relating to The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and other anti-discrimination compliance requirements.


* Prepare or review a variety of professional accounting and other reports relating to policies, procedures, investments, financial positions and operational results.


* Write and review audit programs; test accounting records and related reconciliations; develop sampling and other techniques of evaluation; prepare reports of auditors' findings, recommendations and conclusions; assist in explaining findings and recommendations to grantee organizations and agency officials.


* Review prior audit reports and financial statements of agency/entity.


* Analyze complex administrative and technical problems and formulate suggested improvements or solutions; evaluate and approve selection of information to be included in reports of examination.


* Prepare or supervise preparation of complex accounting and operational reports and supporting financial documents, expenses, revenues, reconciliations, disbursement, summaries and general vouchers and transactions; analyze variances.


* Evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of various programs; analyze financial records for completeness and accuracy to determine compliance with state and federal laws as well as with national accounting and auditing standards.


* Consult with accounting agency on accounting procedures and problem resolution.


* Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field.


* Assist investigators or federal, state and local law enforcement agencies in conducting specialized fraud investigations.


* May supervise and review work completed by Accounting Technicians and other office support staff.


* May train lower-level accountants/auditors to prepare financial documents such as journals, vouchers, warrants, financial schedules, and reports, and in implementation of departmental procedures. 



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

* Knowledge of generally accepted professional accounting and auditing principles and practices.


* Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and techniques of governmental accounting and auditing.


* Knowledge of database principles and/or computerized accounting applications.


* Skill in the use of a computer especially in the area of accounting spreadsheet applications.


* Skill in the use of a calculator.


* Ability to prepare accurate accounting entries and adjustments and perform mathematical computations accurately and quickly.


* Ability to develop and prepare audit schedules and working papers.


* Ability to analyze and interpret accounting records.


* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.


* Ability to use sound technical judgment in determining the accuracy and completeness of financial information obtained.


* Ability to supervise subordinate employees effectively, serving as a leader and example.


* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.  



Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester hours in accounting.

AND

Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in professional accounting, statutory accounting, auditing work, forensic accounting, public accounting, investigative and/or forensic auditing, certified fraud examining, or other directly related accounting. 

OR

Substitutions: (1) Master's degree in accounting may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. (2) Certification or registration as a Public Accountant in West Virginia may be substituted for the training and two (2) years of the required experience.

 

Preference will be given to applicants holding a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Forensic Accountant (CFA), Certified Evaluation Analyst, or applicants who have completed a graduate certificate program in forensic accounting and fraud investigation.

* DETAILS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE SHOWN IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION*