Auditor 1/2/3/4

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in Louisiana seeks an Auditor 1-4 to conduct statewide audits of programs, operations, and services, focusing on effectiveness, efficiency, compliance, and financial reviews. Travel statewide is required.

The role demands auditing or accounting experience and can be filled as probational or job appointment with potential promotion. Competitive hourly rates apply.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in accounting or auditing.
• Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems.
• A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, information systems, or statistics.
• A bachelor’s degree plus a CPA/CFE/CIA designation or advanced degree as listed above.
• EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience, up to 120 semester hours (four years).

Responsibilities

• Developing queries in Business Objects, Excel, and Active Data to meet audit objectives.
• Developing and implementing the audit plan, risk assessment, and audit program for each audit.
• Mapping processes and documenting internal controls for each audit.
• Documenting findings, developing recommendations, and writing audit reports.
• Assists in the audit resolution process with outside entities.
• Assists in training new employees and reviews audit work papers.
• Interprets auditing standards, laws, and regulations for applicability to DCFS operations.

Skills

Auditing experience

Accounting knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 24 credits in accounting/auditing/business/finance/management/economics/information systems

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/auditing/finance/business administration/management/economics/information systems/statistics

CISA or CGAP designation

CPA/CFE/CIA designation

Advanced degree in accounting/auditing/finance/business administration/management/economics/information systems/quantitative methods/statistics

Tools

Business Objects

Excel

Active Data

Job description

Department MISSION

To protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe, stable, and strong.

Department VISION

A future where every child thrives in a loving environment, supported by empowered families and resilient communities.

Department VALUES

Treating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity.

At The Department of Children and Family Services, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

Join Our Team at DCFS: Auditor 1-4

This is a highly responsible and complex level of audit work where the incumbent is responsible for the performance of audits of various programs, operations and services statewide, including internal and external projects with a focus on effectiveness, efficiency, cost savings, reputational exposure, compliance and financial reviews. The incumbent must have experience as an auditor. Position requires Statewide Travel.

Are you passionate about ensuring accountability and transparency? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to improving processes? The Internal Audit section at the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is looking for dedicated professionals like you to help us uphold the highest standards of integrity and efficiency.

If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact - this could be the opportunity for you!

• Three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
• Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR
• A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR
• A bachelor’s degree plus a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP) designation; OR
• An advanced degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR
• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation.
• EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Developing queries in programs such as Business Objects, Excel, and Active Data to meet audit objectives.

• Developing and implementing the audit plan, risk assessment, and audit program for each audit.

• Mapping processes and documenting and evaluating internal controls, as applicable, for each audit.

• Documenting findings, developing recommendations for improvement, and writing audit reports.

• Assists in the audit resolution process, which may require communication with outside entities including the Louisiana Legislative Auditor, federal grantors, and CPA firms.

• Assists in the training of new employees and reviews audit work papers of less experienced team members and performs other duties as assigned by the audit manager and/or audit director.

• Interprets auditing standards, laws, rules, and regulations for applicability to DCFS operations and provides technical assistance, as needed.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. This position may be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment that may last up to 48 months. Job appointments may convert to probational appointments. Also, it may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months or by promotion of a permanent classified employee.

Work Schedule: Typically, work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for. Some positions require working shifts.

Career Progression: Positions may be filled from this posting as an Auditor 1, 2, 3, or 4, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.

Compensation: Below is the Special Entrance Rate (SER) for each level:

• The Auditor1 (AS 614) $21.63/hour

• The Auditor2 (AS 615) $23.14/hour

• The Auditor3 (AS 617) $26.50/hour

• The Auditor4 (AS 619) $30.35/hour

Louisiana HB 420 requires all prospective DCFS employees to complete and clear multiple background clearances prior to employment with this agency.

Contact Information

Zachary Alleman

Department of Children and Family Services

[e-mail]

DCFS is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”, and Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.