County Treasurer (Banking) Examiner

State of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation with holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

Employer retirement match

Life and disability insurance

Flexible work schedules

Continuing education

Job summary

Arizona Auditor General seeks a County Compliance Examiner to perform audits of county treasurer offices and assess internal controls and IT systems. You will conduct statewide fieldwork, research applicable laws, and report findings to promote better government.

We expect a bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong analytical skills, and effective communication for interviewing personnel. Some roles involve travel across the state.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field is required.
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail are essential.
• Proficiency with computer software and information systems is needed.
• Excellent communication for interviewing personnel is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops understanding of fiduciary roles and local government operations.
• Conducts fieldwork at county treasurer offices statewide for compliance audits.
• Evaluates internal control frameworks and IT systems in treasurer offices.
• Researches laws, regulations, and best practices related to county treasurer offices.
• Makes recommendations to improve government operations and internal controls.
• Follows up on implemented recommendations annually.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Computer software proficiency

Interviewing personnel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance/economics/business/related field

Tools

IT systems

Job description

AUDITOR GENERAL

The Arizona Auditor General serves as an independent source of impartial information concerning State and local governmental entities and provides specific recommendations to improve the operations of those entities. We achieve our mission through the thoroughly specific research, audits, and investigations of our professional team members who educate stakeholders through our reports, alerts, and reviews. Since 1969, our office has continued to innovate, grow, and become one of the most highly regarded leaders in our field. Join our team and make a positive difference in your community by promoting better government for all Arizona’s citizens. We look forward to working with you!

County Compliance Examiner

Job Location:

Address: 2910 N. 44th Street Phoenix, AZ 85018

Posting Details:

Salary: Depending on experience:

With Bachelor's degree $60,000-$63,000

With Master's degree $63,000-$66,000

Key Responsibilities:

• Gains an understanding of the fiduciary roles and responsibilities of acountytreasurer’soffice,whichoperatessimilar toa financialor bankinginstitution for local governments, by managing and investing public fundsunder state law.

• Conductsfieldworkatcountytreasurer’sofficesthroughout the State toexaminecompliance withtheUniform Accountingfor Arizona County Treasurers(UAMACT).

• Examinesthe county treasurer office’sinternal control frameworkwhichincludes:the control environment,risk assessment, internal control activities, information and communication, and monitoring withinacounty treasurer’s office.

• Research best practices, laws and regulations, and other applicable resources related to the county treasurer offices under review.

• Evaluates essential IT systems, specifically for county treasurer offices financial systems.

• Helpsmake impactful recommendations tocountytreasurer’soffices to promote better government and make a positive difference.

• Follows up on recommendations annually to examineprogress anddetermineif recommendations areimplemented.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree, in finance, economics, business, business management, or a related field isrequired.

• Entry-level positions will involve training under senior examiners.

• Strong interest in public service and improving State government.

• Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail,proficiencywith computer software, and excellent communication for interviewing personnel.

• Prior experience with banking institutions, internal audit functions, or county treasurer operations (preferred).

• Must have valid Arizona driver's license.

Benefits:

• Generous vacation with 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick leave
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with 100% employer match
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• Flexible work schedules, including telecommuting options
• Business casual dress code
• Continuing education and path to advancement

Retirement:

Arizona State Retirement System

Contact Us:

If you have any questions, please contact Beth Entringer at 602-553-9854 or [e-mail] for assistance.

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