Louisiana Legislative Auditor · 2 months ago
Financial Services Auditor
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$49K/yr - $76K/yrThe Louisiana Legislative Auditor has been fostering accountability and transparency within Louisiana’s government for over 50 years. They are seeking a Financial Services Auditor to conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits, develop audit programs, and prepare reports while effectively communicating with team members and auditees.
Accounting
Responsibilities
May conduct financial, operational, and/or compliance type audits for a state entity
Assists in developing an audit project program and/or testing procedures
Assists in preparing audit reports and follow up to determine if corrective action has been taken
Performs financial audits by examining a variety of fiscal documents to ascertain the validity of information reported and the dependability of record keeping and reporting practices of an audited entity
Performs operational audits by analyzing and testing to determine if operational effectiveness and efficiency are being achieved according to business unit strategic objectives, and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of process controls
Performs compliance audits by testing to identify non-compliance with applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, or agency policies and procedures
May perform special audit projects and investigations, as requested or required
Uses effective sampling techniques during audits, as warranted
Uses data processing information systems, software, and other automated tools to assist in performing audits
Conducts inquiries of auditee personnel to gain an understanding of internal controls and is able to clearly document that understanding
Obtains relevant audit evidence and makes a preliminary evaluation of that evidence to reach logical conclusions
Identifies, assesses, and documents risks and demonstrates the ability to identify risks of material misstatement and risks of material noncompliance and/or indications of errors and irregularities or fraud and illegal acts during the conduct of the audit
Qualification
Required
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university (in any major), meeting the eligibility requirements to take the Certified Public Accountant examination in Louisiana, OR
Possess certification as a Certified Public Accountant
A working knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing standards
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with the audit supervisor, auditee and team members
Company
Louisiana Legislative Auditor
Our mission is to foster accountability and transparency in Louisiana government by providing the Legislature and others with audit services, fiscal advice, and other useful information.
Founded in 1848
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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