Public Sector Auditor: Safeguard Kids & Communities

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 62,013,000 - 86,789,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana's Department of Children and Family Services seeks an Auditor 1-4 to perform statewide audits across programs and operations with focus on effectiveness, efficiency and compliance. Requires prior auditing experience and willingness to travel nationwide within the state.

Responsibilities include developing audit plans, mapping processes, documenting findings, and assisting in audit resolutions with external entities. Flexible appointment types and career progression available.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in accounting or auditing, or six years in any field with relevant coursework.
• Bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in accounting/auditing/finance or related fields.
• Professional designations (CISA, CGAP, CPA, CIA) are highly valued.
• Substitution rules: 30 semester hours equals one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop queries in Business Objects, Excel, and Active Data to meet audit objectives.
• Design and implement audit plans, risk assessments, and audit programs.
• Map processes and document internal controls for audits.
• Document findings, write recommendations, and prepare audit reports.
• Assist in the audit resolution process with external entities and CPA firms.
• Train new staff and review audit work papers for junior team members.
• Interpret auditing standards and laws for DCFS operations and provide guidance.

Skills

Auditing

Attention to detail

Query development

Internal controls

Communication with external entities

Training and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CISA or CGAP designation

CPA license

CIA designation

Advanced degree in accounting/finance

Six years experience substitution

Tools

Business Objects

Excel

Active Data

Job description

State of Louisiana's Department of Children and Family Services seeks an Auditor 1-4 to perform statewide audits across programs and operations with focus on effectiveness, efficiency and compliance. Requires prior auditing experience and willingness to travel nationwide within the state.

Responsibilities include developing audit plans, mapping processes, documenting findings, and assisting in audit resolutions with external entities. Flexible appointment types and career progression available.