AUDITOR SUPERVISOR (Mineral Income)

Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Mineral Resources is looking for an Auditor Supervisor in Baton Rouge to oversee revenue audits and lead a team of auditors. The position involves ensuring accurate mineral revenue payments, consulting on complex issues, and requires a strong accounting background. Eligible candidates will possess a bachelor's degree and relevant auditing experience, making this role ideal for those seeking to contribute to the effective management of Louisiana's mineral resources.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules available upon hire.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in accounting or auditing, or equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to consult with geologists, engineers, and attorneys on complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate auditors and perform independent audits of mineral revenue payments.
• Ensure compliance with lease agreements and resolve issues with oil company personnel.

Skills

Accounting

Auditing

Supervisory Skills

Consultation

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields

CPA, CFE, or CIA designation

Advanced Degree in relevant fields

Job description

Office of Mineral Resources – Mineral Income Division

The Mineral Income Division works closely with the State Mineral and Energy Board's (Board) audit section. This division performs collection and accounting of revenue due to the State from mineral leasing activity and production on State-owned lands and water bottoms on behalf of the Board.

The division also generates and processes Payor Registers, which are mailed to various payors for verification of State Decimals. Mineral Income conducts audits of payor companies, including major companies every three years, with auditors based in Houston, Dallas, Texas, and Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Employees are eligible for flexible work schedules upon hire.

Minimum qualifications include:

1. Six years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
2. Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in relevant fields plus three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
3. A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in relevant fields plus three years of experience; OR
4. A bachelor’s degree in relevant fields plus three years of experience; OR
5. A bachelor’s degree plus a CISA or CGAP designation plus three years of experience; OR
6. An advanced degree in relevant fields plus two years of experience; OR
7. A CPA, CFE, or CIA designation plus one year of experience.

Experience substitution details are also provided, allowing credit for semester hours earned.

Location & Position Information:

This Auditor Supervisor position is located in Baton Rouge, LA, within the Mineral Income Division of the Office of Mineral Resources. The role involves responsible revenue and compliance auditing of mineral revenue payments, ensuring correct payments per lease agreements, and supervising subordinate auditors. Work is performed independently with oversight from the Audit Director.

Additional duties include:

• Supervising auditors
• Performing independent audits of royalty payments and lease data
• Consulting with geologists, engineers, and attorneys on complex issues
• Contacting oil company personnel to resolve issues and facilitate collections
• Assisting in planning and evaluating audit programs
• Attending industry meetings and resolving audit issues
• Supporting field auditors during audits
• Providing information to resolve discrepancies
• Preparing and reviewing performance plans for staff
• Other duties as assigned

Note: The advertised pay range reflects maximum salary amounts over a career, not starting salaries. This vacancy is filled via internal promotion only; external applicants are not eligible.

Application Process:

No Civil Service test score is required. Applicants must submit a college transcript verifying degree requirements by the deadline, with options for mailing or faxing. International degrees require an equivalency evaluation. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application details, and incomplete applications may be rejected.

For more information, contact:

Human Resources, Department of Energy and Natural Resources, PO Box 94396, Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9396, Email: [e-mail]

Additional employment resources are available at Louisiana Employment Resources Guide. The department participates in the E-Verify system for employment verification.