INTERNAL AUDITOR - 22011142

Florida Department of Financial Services; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State Courts System in Tallahassee, FL, seeks an INTERNAL AUDITOR to perform audits, develop plans and evaluate internal controls. You will assist with complaint intake, conduct reviews, and produce documented findings under tight deadlines.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's in a business-related field, with accounting coursework, and completion of a work assessment during recruitment. Travel to conduct audit duties is occasional.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in a business-related field, preferably with five accounting courses.
• Complete a written work assessment as part of recruitment.
• All questions in the candidate profile must be fully answered and verifiable; omissions or misrepresentation may lead to elimination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all phases of internal audit and advisory engagements per audit standards.
• Assist with complaint intake, tracking, processing, and referrals to the general public.
• Perform reviews or other special assignments as directed.
• Develop audit plans, programs, testing steps; perform risk assessments and evaluate controls.
• Research audit-related areas and document work thoroughly and accurately.
• Communicate professionally with all personnel and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Internal audit

Data analysis

Accounting basics

Auditing standards

MS Office

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Ethical conduct

Independence

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: INTERNAL AUDITOR - 22011142

Requisition No: 872123

This position serves as an auditor conducting operational and performance audits in compliance with applicable audit standards. The position assists with developing audit plans and programs, evaluating internal controls, evaluating compliance with applicable policies and procedures, and making recommendations for corrective actions. It is responsible for assisting with complaint intake and tracking, providing administrative support, and may conduct special projects. Duties are performed under the supervision of management in fulfillment of Section 20.055, Florida Statutes. The incumbent must be productive under stringent time frames and balance multiple priorities. Professionalism and consistent attendance are essential functions. The incumbent must comply with all guidelines for handling confidential information. Occasional travel to conduct audit duties is required.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or master's degree from an accredited university, in a business-related field (Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Information Technology), preferably with five (5) courses in accounting.

Completion of a written work assessment to evaluate relevant audit, computer, and communication skills is required as part of the recruitment process.

All fields in the candidate profile (application) must be completed, and all qualifying questions must be fully and completely answered to be considered for this position. All answers to qualifying questions must be verifiable to the information listed on the application. Omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in answering the qualifying questions or completion of all items listed on the candidate profile will be cause for elimination from the recruitment process.

Job Duties

• Conduct all phases of internal audit and advisory engagements in accordance with applicable audit standards.
• Assist with complaint intake, tracking, processing, and referrals to the general public.
• Perform reviews or other special assignments as directed.
• Develop audit plans, audit programs, audit testing steps; identify applicable criteria; perform risk assessments; evaluate internal controls; evaluate operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct independent research of various audit-related areas as assigned.
• Prepare thorough, complete, and accurate documentation of all work performed.
• Analyze supporting evidence to draw logical conclusions and develop appropriate findings and recommendations.
• Professionally communicate with all personnel.
• Perform work in a manner to support the mission of the office.
• Ability to effectively, accurately, and professionally communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, statutes, and rules.
• Ability to compile, evaluate, and analyze data.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to develop recommendations or solutions.
• Knowledge of basic accounting.
• Knowledge of professional auditing standards.
• Skilled in use of various software programs including Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of data analysis tools and techniques.
• Ability to utilize effective time management skills and to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to perform duties in an ethical manner.
• Ability to maintain independence and objectivity in work.

Special Notes

• Occasional statewide travel is required for this position.
• Possession of a valid driver's license is required.
• This position is not a telework position.
• The Florida State Courts System is a criminal justice agency. Fingerprints are required for the purpose of conducting a criminal history record check. Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.
• The Florida State Courts System is an at-will employer.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.