Internal Auditor

1 day ago

WilkesBarre, United States Luzerne County, PA Full time
Salary: $39,695.00 Annually

Location : Wilkes-Barre, PA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 01756

Department: Controller

Opening Date: 08/14/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training-
Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, with a strong emphasis in accounting or auditing. Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Five (5) years working experience in auditing, accounting, or finance setting or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities, may be substituted for education requirement.

Work Experience-
Two (2) years working experience in auditing, accounting, or finance setting, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
  • Knowledge of basic principles and applications of auditing, accounting, and bookkeeping; knowledge of governmental auditing preferred
  • Knowledge of standard accounting terminology and mathematical formulas
  • Knowledge of standard office procedures and systems
  • Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook); familiarity with Microsoft Access preferred
  • Skill and ability in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department directors, employees, third party vendors, and auditors
  • Excellent written/verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
  • Skill in planning and organization of audit procedures
  • Skill in problem solving, analysis, and solution recommendation
  • Skill in operating standard business machines, including networked Windows Operating System desktop computer, typing, photocopier, and facsimile machine
  • Familiarity 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 compliance
  • Ability to multi-task assignments, prioritize workload with limited supervision, and be resilient under pressure when faced with tight deadlines
  • Ability to carry out complex oral and written instructions
  • Ability to perform detailed work with frequent interruption
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment
  • Ability to handle multiple projects effectively
  • Ability to travel 15-25% of the time for county-wide fieldwork; valid driver's license required

LUZERNE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

I. Medical Insurance
The coverage begins for the employee the on the first of the month following the first full 30 days of full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Cost to the employee to participate in the plan varies by the coverage selection and the number of dependents; and may be subject to collective bargaining agreement. The employee may also elect to opt out of the County's medical insurance if proof of coverage is provided. Under this arrangement, the employee is provided with an annual opt out payment.

II. Vision and Prescription
The coverage begins for the employee on the first of the month following the first full 30 days of full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Contributions may vary, subject to collective bargaining agreement.

III. Dental Coverage
The coverage begins for the employee on the first of the month following the first full 30 days of full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Contributions may vary, subject to collective bargaining agreement.

IV. Life Insurance
A $50,000 life insurance policy is afforded to full-time employees, unless specified differently in a collective bargaining agreement. It remains in effect as long as the employee is actively employed and terminates upon resignation or retirement.

V. Retirement
All full-time employees and part-time employees working more than 1,000 hours per year qualify for Luzerne County retirement benefits, in which employees must contribute 5% of their earnings, and may choose to add to an additional voluntary contribution, not to exceed an additional 10%.

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