Auditor, Bureau of Audit Services

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York's NYC Health Department seeks an Administrative Accountant to join Audit Services. You will plan and conduct risk-based audit programs, assess internal control environments, and evaluate compliance with laws and regulations.

The role emphasizes analyzing large data sets using Excel, Power BI, ACL, and clear reporting, with opportunities to lead projects, draft findings, and implement management recommendations.

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree with 24 accounting credits and four years of accounting or auditing experience, 18 months in an administrative/managerial capacity.
• New York State CPA license and at least 18 months of relevant accounting/auditing experience in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct risk-based audit programs to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls.
• Conduct financial, operational, and vendor audits to evaluate compliance with policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Draft audit reports and monitor the implementation of recommendations.
• Liaise between the agency and external oversight entities and manage special projects as assigned.
• Engage in ongoing knowledge development and apply rules, regulations, and best practices.

Skills

Auditing experience

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organization

Adaptability

Multi-project handling

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Baccalaureate with 24 accounting credits

New York State CPA license

Tools

Power BI

ACL

Excel

Job description

Company Description

The Bureau of Audit Services plays a leading role in risk-based assessments of operational efficiencies, control effectiveness and compliance with federal regulations, such as the federal Office of Management and Budget Uniform Guidance, New York State's code of rules and regulations, New York City's Administrative and health codes and Comptroller's directives. While continuing to strengthen internal independent assessments and advisory role, Audit Services is broadening its risk-based perspective and skills to further preserve and create value to the Department. This dynamic team is looking for a motivated Auditor who is willing to learn from the vast array of projects and challenging projects undertaken by Audit Services.

Job Description

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Plan and conduct risk-based audit programs, to assess the effectiveness and efficiencies of the department's internal control environment.
• Conduct financial, operational, and manage DOHMH audits to evaluate the Level of compliance with policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Conduct audits to assess vendors' contract compliance and professional services.
• Facilitate meetings, walkthroughs and create process maps, and maintain sufficient audit workpapers to support findings and recommendations.
• Draft audit reports by analyzing results of audit findings, including comments, recommendations, and supporting schedules
• Monitor the implementation of recommendations
• Serve as a liaison between the agency and external overseeing entities
• Work on special projects as assigned
• Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding rules, regulations, best practices, innovation, tools, techniques, performance standards and incorporate training into your work

Preferred Skills

• Audit experience through internship program
• Highly organized, motivated and self-directed professional
• Ability to analyze large data set using advanced excel, Power BI, ACL etc. and present the data analysis clearly
• Excellent oral, written and communication skills; ability to work independently when given specific instructions
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and follow directions
• Capable of handling multiple projects at the same time and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to changes in assignments and job responsibilities
• Research and interprets rules and regulations, methods and procedures

Why you should work for us:

Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

• o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund.
• o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• o a tax-deferred savings program and
• o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

Commitment to Equity:

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.

ADMINISTRATIVE ACCOUNTANT (NON - 1000B

Qualifications

• 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 24 credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting, auditing, and cost accounting and four years of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting or auditing work; or
• 2. A valid New York State Certified Public Accountant license and at least 18 months of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting or auditing work.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.