Auditor III-El Paso

Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission; El Paso (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission in El Paso is seeking an Auditor III to perform highly complex auditing work, including audits, complaint investigations, inspections, and education initiatives. The role requires examining records to ensure compliance with applicable statutes and rules, with significant independence under limited supervision.

Responsibilities include conducting tax and regulatory audits, developing administrative cases, performing inspections of licensed locations, and

Qualifications

• Experience in auditing/accounting
• Understanding of auditing standards and procedures
• Familiarity with tax and regulatory compliance

Responsibilities

• Conducts tax, fee, and regulatory audits with accuracy and timeliness.
• Follow audit procedures and document discrepancies.
• Develop administrative and case narratives for inspections and investigations.
• Assist in promoting compliance and conducting complaint-based investigations.
• Handle marketing practices questions and interpret rules.
• Prepare daily/weekly travel and activity reports.

Skills

Accounting

Auditing

GAAP

Tax law

Education

Bachelor-level accounting/finance/management

Associate degree with accounting hours

Job description

General Description

This posting is continuous until filled.

El Paso Auditor III

Performs highly complex (senior-level) auditing work. Field auditor position with duties to include conducting audits, complaint investigations, inspections, education initiatives, and marketing practices. Work involves examining records of corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietors to assure legal and regulatory compliance with applicable statutes and rules of procedures, and to establish tax and fee liabilities. Works under limited supervision of the Regional Audit Manager or Assistant Regional Audit Manager, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts assigned tax, fee, and regulatory audits in a timely manner with minimum errors

60% Auditing – (Excise/Food & Beverage/Private Club/Local Distributors/ Direct Shipper)

• Conducts assigned tax, fee, and regulatory audits in a timely manner with minimum errors
• Follows audit procedures manuals, code & rules requirements.
• Recognizes and adequately documents audit discrepancies noted and take appropriate action based on audit procedures manual.
• May audit business records of potential applicants to establish bonding liability and qualification to hold permit or license.

20% Inspections / Investigations

• Develops administrative cases for cash and credit law under limited supervision.
• Assists senior staff with the development of complex administrative cases and may assist in case settlement. Involves developing fact base case narratives.
• Assists in promoting voluntary compliance and public safety by assisting in performing complaint-based investigations relating to regulatory and public safety issues.
• Conducts various types of physical inspections of licensed locations for compliance with the Alcoholic Beverage Code and Rules.
• May review licensing files and evaluate internal business entity structures related to complaint-based investigations.
• Prepares legally acceptable statements or affidavits.
• May assist with investigations involving the Enforcement Division, Licensing Division, Tax & Marketing Division, and Marketing Investigations Unit of the Audit & Investigations Division.

10% Marketing Practices & Education Initiatives:

• Handles routine marketing practices questions related to the alcoholic beverage code and rules (telephone, emails, and counter).
• Interprets and applies marketing advisories, code, and rules.
• Analyzes and resolves marketing issues related to large festivals involving sponsorship and/or third-party promotions.
• Assists with education initiatives involving members of the alcohol industry, public schools/colleges, and public/civic organizations.

5% Preparation of statistical reports / Time Management Skills / Other Duties:

• Properly documents daily, weekly, monthly reports related to travel and daily work activities.
• May assist with the processing and issue of temporary permits/licenses.
• Assists with the agency licensing process by conducting new location inspections, interview and furnishing applicant(s) with information concerning their respective type of permit or license and informing them of their responsibilities under the law.

5% Property Management/Seized Property as necessary:

• Properly tags, inventories, and accounts for agency assets.
• Properly documents, enters, safeguards and disposes of agency seized property and purchase of evidence items in accordance with evidence (SAPE) procedures manual.
• Other duties as assigned.

MQs, KSA, License/Certifications

• PLEASE REVIEW THE IMPORTANT RED PRINT***

Education

Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Applications will be heavily graded on related degree and/or experience.

Legible copy of transcript(s) showing related degree and accounting hours, and/or proof of course enrollment MUST accompany application for employment consideration.

If needed to qualify in place of experience, and transcripts are not attached, your application will automatically fail.

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a Texas State application.

Minimum qualifications are mandatory; candidates who do not meet them are not considered for the position. You must list how you meet these qualifications on your application in your past work history.

Option 1

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, management, or marketing.

AND

At least 12 hours of accounting, auditing, and finance; six (6) of which must be in accounting.

Option 2

Associate's Degree in a business-related field (marketing/finance/accounting/management). At least 9 hours of accounting, auditing, or finance; six (6) of which must be in accounting.

AND

Two (2) years’ full-time work experience in accounting, auditing or extensive financial investigations involving business records.

Preferred Experience

Work Experience In Auditing/investigations Is Preferred.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing methods and systems; generally accepted auditing standards and procedures; and computer technology principles, terminology, programming, and automated systems.
• Knowledge of accepted business practices and office procedures involves providing services to internal and external customers.
• Thorough knowledge of spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Working knowledge of tax law and audit procedures.
• Working knowledge of accounting methods and systems, and of generally acceptable auditing standards and procedures.

Skills

• Skill in the use of personal computers, preferably Windows and Microsoft products to include Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Skill in performing mathematical, statistical, and financial calculations.
• Skill in collecting, analyzing, and documenting research data.
• Time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Collaboration, team participation, and task-oriented skills.

Abilities

• Ability to read, comprehend and apply agency's philosophy, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to analyze, evaluate and summarize a large volume of financial records.
• Ability to evaluate documents for accuracy and conformance to accounting standards and legal requirements.
• Ability to maintain, secure and protect confidential, sensitive, or secured information or goods.
• Ability to learn moderately complex technical issues and maintain complex records.
• Ability to take direction and accept constructive criticism. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Registration, Certification Or Licensure

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver License, a clear driving record, and a vehicle capable of transporting two individuals. If out of state, must obtain Class C Texas Driver’s License within six weeks of job acceptance.
• Applicable Certifications Supported: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
• Additional certifications may be required to be registered, certified, or licensed in a specialty area.

Physical Requirements/Supplemental Information

This position functions in a standard office environment. Must be able to move around the office to access filing cabinets, office equipment and move up to 20 pounds. Must be able to communicate and exchange information via phone, computer, in person and via electronic media. Must be able to perform repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Must be able to work with overlapping deadlines.

This position is expected to work in the office but may be eligible for situational or hybrid telework schedule upon completion of an initial probationary period. For teleworking, must have a secure, dedicated workspace with internet service, ability to maintain a reliable consistent work schedule and be available for meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams or other platforms/applications during regular business hours.

• Must complete New Auditors Training Program within the first year of employment and be willing to complete division or agency on and off-site training as required to enhance job-related skills to include the New Auditor’s Academy as scheduled.
• Due to budgetary constraints, travel may be limited, and assignments/projects will require virtual completion via Microsoft Teams or other platforms/applications as necessary.
• During the probationary and training period, telework is granted on case-by-case basis.

OTHER INFORMATION:

TRAVEL % : Up to 50%

REPORTS TO: Regional Manager

STATE SALARY GROUP: B22

Is this position eligible to telework? Yes.

Is finger printing required as part of the background check? Yes

Military Information

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALIST (MOS) CODE: Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsThe Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission adheres to the Military Preference granted in Chapter 657 of the Texas Government Code and the Former Foster Children Preference granted in Chapter 672 of Section 1, Subtitle B, and Title 6 of the Texas Government Code. Males between the ages of 18 and 25 years, inclusive, may be required to furnish proof of either selective service registration or exemption there from as a condition of state employment.

Supplemental Information

The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission reserves the right to adjust compensation based upon legislative mandates in regard to TABC's and/or an employee's contribution to the Employees Retirement System. In compliance with Senate Bill 321, agencies that hire a person who has retired from the Employees Retirement System (ERS) or the Law Enforcement and Custodial Officers Supplemental Fund (LECOS) on or after September 1, 2009, are required to remit a surcharge each month the return-to-work retiree is employed. Candidates meeting these requirements will be offered a lower base salary to cover the surcharge. More than one position may be filled from this posting. Applicants should clearly describe on their applications how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Qualifications may be verified through testing. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. Incomplete applications may not be considered. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 require all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization; For more information, see: https://www.e-verify.gov/about-e-verify/what-is-e-verify

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