NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Assistant Auditor - Auditing
San Marcos, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$74K/yr - $786K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Assistant Auditor - Auditing to perform complex internal audit work for Hays County. This role involves assessing the effectiveness of controls, the accuracy of financial records, and the efficiency of county operations, while also maintaining county fixed asset records.
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Responsibilities
Develops and prepares audit programs for county departments and other services that receive county funding by evaluating departmental policies and procedures for effective auditing
Determines missions and objectives of audit plans based on analysis of County departments and other agencies receiving county funding
Plans, conducts, prepares, researches, analyzes, and reports on county-wide activities such as financial reporting, internal controls, revenue collections, and other special projects to ensure that offices are maintaining their financial records in accordance with Local Government Code, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and County policies
Research applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines of activities for audit of county-wide activities
Continuously evaluates the risk, control, and County government environments and advises the Internal Audit Manager of potential impacts to the County’s master Audit plan
Performs detailed and cursory audits of financial and operational transactions, processes, and procedures within a department to facilitate compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, policies, and procedures. Duties include running queries, auditing cash receipts, procurement, disbursements, other revenue and expenditure transactions and processes and procedures. Documents and reports findings and make recommendations for improvements
Interviews department heads and examines department records for accuracy and completeness of revenue collections and reporting
Interviews county personnel to ensure proper accounting and recording of transactions and compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Balances source data to accounting records for verification of financial data
Reviews records pertaining to material assets such as equipment and buildings and reviews staffing to determine degree to which they are utilized
Performs on-site audits, performs cash counts, reviews bank account reconciliations, and inspects accounting and budget systems to determine efficiency and protective value
Analyzes data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud, or lack of compliance with laws, government regulations and management policies and procedures
Investigates reported occurrences of fraud, embezzlement, theft, and waste and recommends controls to prevent or detect such occurrences. Conducts fact-finding and/or informational interviews
Monitors on-going audit assignments to ensure compliance with scope, objectives, and auditing standards
Performs review of departmental internal control policies and procedures. Documents and reports findings and make recommendations for improvements
Conducts spot audits of transactions and documents and reports findings to management
Performs follow-up on audit findings to confirm that problem areas have been corrected according to recommended protocols
Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, policies and procedures for areas being audited
Serves as a troubleshooter in assisting management and staff in identifying and resolving audit issues, including statutory, policy and other questions
Performs special projects and audits of sensitive or critical nature
Reviews records pertaining to material assets such as equipment and buildings and reviews staffing to determine degree to which they are utilized
Analyzes data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud, or lack of compliance with laws, government regulations and management policies and procedures
Prepares written reports of findings and recommendations for management
Conducts audit follow-ups for timeliness and accuracy
Maintains audit control logs
Conducts special studies for management such as investigations of fraud and the prevention of fraud
Assists in the year-end external audit process, including the review of Fiduciary funds, and audit of Procurement and Special Revenue funds
Provides training and assistance to county staff regarding county-wide revenue collecting internal controls and procedures
Assists the Auditor, First Assistant Auditor, and other Internal Auditors as needed by providing information and reports and records as requested
Reviews Treasurer’s Office and other County department financial reports to verify and audit the accuracy of reports and to reconcile account-balancing problems
Assures the services delivered meet quality and timeliness standards
Assists in the development of new or the modification of existing auditing policies and procedures
Consults with and advises County department heads, officials, supervisors and employees regarding internal audit scheduling and results
Communicates all changes and internal audit activities to County Auditor/First Assistant County Auditor and elected officials, department heads and employees as necessary
Responds to telephone inquiries from individuals with questions about internal audit management
Performs other duties as assigned by the County Auditor/First Assistant County Auditor
Qualification
Required
Requires bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or closely related area
Requires one years' work experience preferably in the areas of governmental accounting and auditing or public accounting and auditing
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or other approved Certification may substitute for two years of experience
Ability to obtain and maintain any of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, or Certified Government Auditing Professional
Class “C” Driver's License
Ability to maintain continuing education requirements for the State of Texas
Benefits
Health care
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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