State Program Examiner 1 (SG-18), State Program Examiner Trainee 2 (SG-16), State Program Examiner Trn 1 (SG-14)(NYHELPS) Item# 03273

State Comptroller, Office of the; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the New York State Comptroller in Albany seeks a State Program Examiner to evaluate systems and procedures, assess program efficiency, and determine proper use of funds and controls. The role involves preparing audit work papers, documenting findings, and participating in audit conferences.

Requirements include degrees in accounting or related fields, with SG-16 or SG-18 experience paths, strong communication, and proficiency in MS Office and audit software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting, business, finance, computer science, economics, public administration, or related field
• For SG-16 Trainee 2: one year of professional accounting and/or auditing experience, or master's/doctoral degree
• For SG-18 full performance: two years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience, or master's degree plus one year experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and auditing expertise with professional skepticism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with audit software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent interpersonal and team skills

Responsibilities

• Evaluate systems and procedures for compliance with laws, regulations, and contract terms.
• Assess program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Determine whether funds are properly utilized and controls are in place.
• Prepare audit work papers and document findings.
• Participate in audit conferences.

Skills

Auditing

Communication

Analytical skills

MS Office

Audit software

Teamwork

Education

Accounting degree

Public administration / Finance related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit software

Job description

The State Program Examiner evaluates systems and procedures for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and contract terms; assesses program efficiency and effectiveness; and determines whether funds are properly utilized and controls are in place. The role is located in the Office of the New York State Comptroller in Albany and involves preparing audit work papers, documenting findings, and participating in audit conferences.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting, business administration, finance, computer science, economics, public administration, or related field
• For SG-16 Trainee 2: one year of professional accounting and/or auditing experience, or master's/doctoral degree
• For SG-18 full performance: two years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience, or master's degree plus one year experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and auditing expertise with professional skepticism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with audit software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent interpersonal and team skills