Auditor 1 - Northwest Region

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Home (PA); Remote; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks an Auditor 1 to join their team of fiscal watchdogs. This entry-level position involves auditing various entities receiving state funds, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and standards. The role offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying excellent benefits, including student loan forgiveness.

Benefits

Student loan forgiveness

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, data analytics, finance, economics, math, or related field required.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license needed.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Audit government agencies and programs to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Research and apply auditing standards.
• Analyze records and create audit work papers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Research skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Associate degree in related field

Job description

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THE POSITION

Do you have a degree in accounting or finance and want to help make your community stronger? We are looking for motivated, self-starting individuals to join our team of fiscal watchdogs. This position is eligible for student loan forgiveness and offers excellent health, savings, and retirement benefits. The biggest benefit is the impact you can have in making Pennsylvania stronger.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The DAG is looking to fill one Auditor 1 position within the bureau of Fire Relief Audits. The Auditor 1 will audit government agencies, programs, organizations, businesses, and other entities that receive state funds. The auditor ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, rules, and auditing standards.

Work duties include but are not limited to:

• Researching, learning, and applying laws, regulations, guidelines, and auditing standards;
• Locating, evaluating, and analyzing records and other information;
• Creating, inputting, accessing, and retrieving data, including audit work papers, findings, and reports.

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
• Occasional travel to auditee sites is required
• Telework: This position is home-based. You must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• Further communication regarding this position will be sent via email. Please check your email regularly, including spam/junk folders.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in accounting, business, data analytics, finance, economics, math, or a related field; or
• Associate degree from an accredited college/university in a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training in accounting, auditing, or a related field.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements if they are within 3-6 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license
• Ability to perform essential job functions

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• Certifications such as CPA, CFE, CGAP, CGFM, CIA, or CISA
• Residence in Elk, Cameron, Jefferson, McKean, Potter, or Forest counties

Legal Requirements

A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. Contact the hiring agency for details.

How to Apply

• Include a resume and transcript with your application
• Submit your application by the closing date; late applications will not be accepted
• Failure to meet application requirements may disqualify you

Additional Information

• Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 for hearing and speech disabilities

If accommodations are needed due to a disability during the interview process, please discuss this in advance.

The Department of the Auditor General is committed to equal opportunity employment and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Internship
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit, Government