Team Georgia Careers · 1 month ago
Internal Controls Analyst
Georgia - Fulton - Atlanta
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$56K/yr - $74K/yr
1+ years expTeam Georgia Careers is seeking an Internal Controls Analyst at the State Accounting Office (SAO), which is responsible for statewide financial reporting and oversight. The role focuses on improving internal controls and financial accountability across State entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.
Government Administration
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Maintain, update and monitor practical internal control tools and guidance to State agencies based on the Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book)
Assist agencies with assessments of their financial reporting risks
Conduct periodic risk assessment processes and perform data analytics at both the entity and statewide levels
Work with agencies’ management to monitor the effectiveness of controls, and to identify weaknesses and breakdowns in controls
Document and make recommendations regarding gaps in operations, reporting, and compliance controls
Coordinate with entities’ management and State auditors to address findings and follow up on corrective action plans
Conduct individual and group training sessions on internal controls
Keep current on PCAOB, COSO, GAAP and other applicable guidance, and evaluate how changes to these guidelines could impact the State’s internal controls design
Prepare executive level reports for communication of results
Prepare and coordinate portions of the Single Audit Report for the State of Georgia
Prepare and coordinate portions of the Statewide Cost Allocation Plan (SWCAP)
Other duties and special projects assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting
one (1) year of professional-level job-related experience in accounting
Knowledge of internal control design and ability to evaluate operating effectiveness
Knowledge and understanding of the Green Book, COSO Framework, risk assessment practices, fraud prevention, and risk assessments
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
Experience in writing control policies, procedures, process evaluation and documentation
The flexibility and independence to work in a changing and unstructured environment
Sense of detail/accuracy as well as the ability to see the larger picture
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
3 years of business process, internal controls or audit experience
2 years or more of work experience in the public sector
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or qualified to take exam
Experience with the Green Book and/or the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) framework for internal controls report
Data analytical skills (at least extensive use of more complex excel functions and formulas)
Grants accounting and reporting and/or Single Audit experience
SWCAP or cost allocation plan preparation experience
Benefits
Flexible work hours in a hybrid in-office/remote work environment
Company
Team Georgia Careers
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Funding
Current Stage
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