Senior Auditor *Revised

Sacramento County; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Auditor to lead audit projects and mentor staff. This role involves overseeing audit activities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and fostering a collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, analytical skills, and a solid understanding of accounting principles. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of financial operations while contributing to the professional development of your team. If you are passionate about auditing and eager to make a difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
• Two years of full-time audit experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee audit projects while training staff.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting Software

Job description

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:

11/21/24, 12/19/24, 1/16/25, 2/13/25, 3/13/25 (final)

Under general supervision, leads, plans, schedules and oversees the work of Auditors while performing the same and/or more difficult and sensitive County-wide audit and attest duties as those being led; ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicates policies, procedures and job expectations; and provides training to staff.

Knowledge of

• Principles and practices of organizational theory, including planning, organizational design, business finance, business development, project management, and organizational effectiveness
• Principles and practices of leadership, mentoring, and training
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures related to accounting, audit and attest activities
• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of assigned programs and functions
• Various professional accounting and auditing standards such as the Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS)
• Professional accounting and auditing standards/guidelines established by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), the California State Controller's Office and other regulatory agencies
• The Institute of Internal Auditors' (IIA) professional standard framework including: Code of Ethics, International Standards, and Practice Advisories
• Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards issued by U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
• Internal Control –Integrated Framework issued by Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) or Standards for Internal Control in Federal Government issued by GAO
• Accounting procedures and their application to a variety of accounting transactions
• Preparation of financial statements
• Methods and procedures of governmental budget preparation and control
• Financial schedules for external audit purposes
• Statistical methods, cost and revenue projecting, and cost allocation
• Applicable revenue and taxation codes
• Principles and practices of business law
• Current technology and trends in the profession
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including telephones, computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment

Ability to

• Lead and train professional and clerical staff on audit projects and activities
• Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff
• Provide work direction and instruction
• Organize and prioritize work efficiently to meet schedules and deadlines
• Research and evaluate work problems, and recommend solutions
• Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others
• Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
• Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met
• Analyze statistical and financial data
• Analyze laws, codes, regulations and technical material to determine impact on accounting functions, and propose solutions and procedures
• Participate in government contract and budget preparation and monitoring
• Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of information
• Analyze and make effective recommendations regarding financial and accounting procedures and workflow
• Acquire subject-matter expertise in the area of work assignment including the federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations
• Discern accounting situations requiring policy and procedural determinations by superiors and discuss with other staff
• Use a personal computer, peripheral equipment, and various software, with emphasis on accounting applications
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy;

AND

Two years of full-time, paid audit experience.

Note: Possession of a current valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license from the State of California Board of Accountancy may substitute for the required bachelor's degree.

Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.

County of Sacramento
Department of Personnel Services
Employment Services Division
700 H Street, Room 4667
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone [phone]; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email: [e-mail]
Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667
www.SacCountyJobs.net

Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.

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