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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Auditor 4, Auditor General - Northeast Region in Pennsylvania
Auditor 4, Auditor General - Northeast Region
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Auditor 4, Auditor General - Northeast Region
Salary
$75,678.00 - $114,915.00 Annually
Location
*Home Headquartered, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2024-95050
Department
Department of the Auditor General
Division
AU Bur Fire Relief Auds
Opening Date
10/01/2024
Closing Date
10/10/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
A0149
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
W3
Pay Group
ST09
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Fire Relief Audits
Worksite Address
Finance Building, Room 320
Worksite Address
613 North Street
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17120
Contact Name
Courtney Brodbeck
Contact Phone
717.787.3192
Contact Email
HR@paauditor.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Do you have a degree in accounting or finance and want to help make your community stronger? The Department of the Auditor General (DAG) is looking for motivated, self-starting individuals like you to join our team of fiscal watchdogs. This position is eligible for student loan forgiveness and provides excellent health, savings and retirement benefits. The biggest benefit of all is the impact you can have to strengthen our great state of Pennsylvania. Bring your talents to our team and unleash your potential!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The DAG is looking to fill one Auditor 4 position within the Bureau of Fire Relief Audits. The Auditor 4 is primarily responsible for ensuring that Volunteer Firefighters’ Relief Associations (VFRFAs) funds are spent according to state law. VFRAs are non-profit organizations established to afford financial protection to volunteer firefighters who suffer misfortune as a result of their efforts. VFRAs receive state aid from a two-percent state tax on fire insurance purchased by Pennsylvania residents from insurance companies outside the state. These funds are used to pay for insurance to protect firefighters, purchase fire equipment, and to cover volunteer training expenses. VFRAs are distinctly separate legal entities from fire companies. The Auditor 4 motivates, empowers, and builds teamwork, providing mentorship and on-the-job training to the audit staff.
Specific work duties include, but are not limited to researching, learning, and applying laws, regulations, guidelines, and auditing standards, as well as locating, evaluating, and analyzing records and other information. You will also create, input, access, and retrieve data, including but not limited to audit work papers, audit findings, and audit/administrative reports. This position also makes non-policy making decisions within the confines of the established audit program.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
This is a remote position which includes occasional travel to audit sites or travel to Harrisburg, PA for in-person training.
Telework: You may be expected to work from home (telework) full-time. You must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Degree from accredited college or university with at least 12 credits in accounting/auditing;or
An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training in accounting, auditing, or a closely related field.
Additional Requirements:
You must possess a valid PA driver's license.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
One or more of the following certifications:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
How to Apply:
Your application must include aresume.
You must attach atranscriptto your application. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions,you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Department of the Auditor General is committed to policies providing equal opportunity for everyone. Accordingly, all employment decisions are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. In addition, department employees are bound by a code of conduct that prohibits any form of harassment, including sexual harassment.
The Department of the Auditor General’s DEI program includes recruitment efforts focused on attracting a diverse population of qualified candidates. We are invested in creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where both our present and prospective employees may be authentic. We are dedicated to ensuring our internship and employment opportunities are accessible to all aspiring professionals within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
What is your highest level of education?
Master's degree (or greater)
Bachelor's degree
Associate's degree
Some college
High school diploma (or equivalent)
Other
None
02
If you answered none to the question above, will you receive a degree within 3-6 months of this application?
Yes
No
03
Do you have at least 12 credits in accounting/auditing? (Attach transcript to your application.)
Yes
No
04
Do you have any of the following licenses or certifications? (Check all that apply.)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
None
05
Do you have a valid Pennsylvania driver's license?
Yes
No
06
I understand and agree that I will be required to visit auditee sites in the posted region on a regular and routine basis.
Yes
No
07
Did you attach a copy of your college transcript?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
