Senior Audit Manager

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Treasury Department, is seeking a Senior Audit Manager to oversee the audit team and ensure adherence to GAAS and GAAP. The role focuses on supervision, quality control, planning, and directing audits across the agency.

Telework flexibility may be available for this role. Qualified candidates will hold a CPA, have five years of financial review experience, and at least two years of supervision, with a Master's degree potentially substituting for one year of

Qualifications

• CPA license required.
• Five years conducting the financial review of documents for compliance with federal and state laws, rules and regulations.
• Two years in a supervisory capacity.
• Master's degree may substitute for one year of general work experience.
• Extensive knowledge of GAAS and GAAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Co-Pilot and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit team and oversee audit operations.
• Perform quality control reviews and address findings with staff.
• Develop and update the annual audit plan and manuals.
• Review expenditure documents and resolve errors before processing.
• Analyze complex invoices and contracts and recommend policy improvements.
• Prepare written reports explaining issues and proposed solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Teams

Co-Pilot

Outlook

Job description

THE POSITION

Are you a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with strong auditing expertise and leadership experience? The Pennsylvania Treasury Department's Bureau of Fiscal Review is seeking a dedicated Senior Audit Manager to oversee our audit team and ensure the highest standards of financial integrity. In this role, you will plan and develop procedures as well as direct and conduct audits in compliance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS). If you are eager to lead a high-performing audit team and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you! Join our dynamic team and lead with excellence!

THE POSITION

Are you a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with strong auditing expertise and leadership experience? The Pennsylvania Treasury Department's Bureau of Fiscal Review is seeking a dedicated Senior Audit Manager to oversee our audit team and ensure the highest standards of financial integrity. In this role, you will plan and develop procedures as well as direct and conduct audits in compliance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS). If you are eager to lead a high-performing audit team and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you! Join our dynamic team and lead with excellence!

The Pennsylvania Treasury Department is an independent agency led by the elected State Treasurer and one of the largest state treasuries in the country, serving as custodian of more than $150 billion. Treasury plays a critical role in state government operations, acting as the custodian, investor, and disburser of funds for nearly all state agencies. Treasury also offers a wide range of programs and services to Pennsylvania families, including the PA 529 College and Career Savings Program; the PA ABLE Savings Program for people with disabilities; and our work to return more than $4 billion of Unclaimed Property to its rightful owners. A wealth of information is available at www.patreasury.gov.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position guides audit operations and supports the accuracy of financial reviews across the agency. The role focuses on supervision, quality control, and analysis of complex financial information. As a Senior Audit Manager, you will perform the following duties:

• Team Leadership: Direct a staff of audit personnel and support their growth through training and coaching
• Quality Reviews: Oversee quality control checks and address findings with staff
• Audit Planning: Develop the annual audit plan and update manuals to reflect operational changes
• Document Review: Examine expenditure documents and resolve errors before final processing
• Issue Analysis: Review complex invoices and contracts and recommend improvements to policies and controls
• Report Preparation: Prepare written reports that explain issues and propose solutions

Join our supportive and collaborative work environment and take advantage of the opportunities for professional growth, development, as well as the option for full-time telework.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

• Certification as a Public Accountant and five years conducting the financial review of documents for compliance with federal and state laws, rules and regulations and two years in a supervisory capacity.
• A Master's degree in Accounting or a related field may be substituted for one year of general work experience.

Conditions of Employment:

• This position requires maintenance of a valid CPA license.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• You must have experience using Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Teams, Co-Pilot and Outlook or the ability to learn relevant software to perform job duties.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Experience and/or knowledge of the principles of auditing and government accounting
• Experience prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines effectively and in assigned timeframes
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently on assignments

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.