Auditor II- Baltimore City Office of Comptroller

City of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 79,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

prescription drug

dental

vision

optional life

AD&D

FSA plans

wellness programs

support groups

workshops

Job summary

The City of Baltimore seeks an Auditor II to examine and verify agency accounts for conformance to accounting standards and governmental fiscal practices. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting and three years of auditing experience, with CPA eligibility substitutions considered.

Employees work a conventional schedule with moderate supervision and audit-focused responsibilities, including producing audit reports and maintaining strong agency relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of auditing work experience.
• Equivalency substitution for education may apply with specified accounting and business course work.

Responsibilities

• Auditor II exams and verifies City agency accounts for conformance to accounting standards and governmental fiscal practices.
• Work under moderate supervision with a conventional workweek.
• Prepare audit reports and statements and maintain professional working relationships with agency representatives.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Auditing theory

Public accounting principles

Investigative ability

Analytical ability

Audit report writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

Salary Range

$78,588.00 - $125,740.00 Annually

Hiring Salary Range

$78,588.00 - $125,740.00 Annually

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

• medical
• prescription drug
• dental
• vision
• optional life
• AD&D
• FSA plans
• wellness programs
• support groups
• workshops

Job Summary

Auditor II examines and verifies City agency accounts for conformance to accounting standards and governmental fiscal practices and procedures. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where working conditions are normal. Work requires minimal physical effort.

Minimum Qualifications

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

Education: Have a bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.

AND Experience: Have three years of experience in performing auditing work.

OR Equivalency Notes: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university which includes 60 semesters in the following areas may be substituted for the education requirement:

• 27 semester hours in accounting courses which includes at least 3 semester hours each of auditing; cost accounting and U.S. federal income tax; and a minimum of 9 semester hours in financial accounting; and
• 33 semester hours in business-related courses which include 6 semesters of economics; and 3 semester hours each in statistics; computer science, information systems or data processing; corporate or business finance; management; business law; marketing; written communication; oral communication; and business ethics.

Current certification as a Maryland CPA or an authorized approval letter of eligibility to sit for the Maryland CPA Examination from the Maryland Board of Public Accountancy may be substituted for the education requirement.

• APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing theory and practices.
• Knowledge of public accounting principles and practices.
• Investigative and analytical ability.
• Ability to write audit reports and statements.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and agency representatives.

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointments to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Selection Process

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Financial Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8d 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

NOTE

Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER