Job Location : New Windsor,NY, USA
Audit Execution
Conduct audit assignments in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and Division policies and directives including the Comprehensive Audit Manual.
Participate in entrance and exit conferences with local officials, contribute appropriate and accurate information as necessary and document meeting results adequately.
Assist in developing audit scope, objectives and appropriate audit tests to sufficiently document municipal unit's compliance with audit requirements.
Conduct organized and focused interviews with local government personnel to obtain relevant operational and procedural information.
Gather, analyze, summarize and sufficiently document information to complete each audit step in the audit program or checklist, applying technical and analytical skills to arrive at appropriate conclusions.
Convey pertinent information to audit team members and work unit management and contribute suggestions and provide meaningful input during audit team and work unit meetings.
Prepare written documents that are clear, concise, well organized, adequately summarized and use appropriate tone and grammar.
Prepare assigned sections of examination/audit reports summarizing audit findings and developing recommendations that meet Division standards for quality and are written concisely and accurately.
Ensure that audit work papers and examination/audit reports are appropriately cross-referenced to adequate and appropriate information.
Provide Training and Technical Assistance
Gain knowledge of professional standards, Division policies and guidelines, accounting systems, opinions and laws and provide guidance and technical assistance to local officials when requested.
Provide training to local officials and/or examiners at conferences, meetings and schools as assigned that presents acceptable and applicable content that is prepared and presented in a professional manner.
Travel
The Newburgh Regional Office covers the counties of Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester. Travel percentage could vary depending on business units.
Minimum Qualifications
Do you want a career with a purpose that provides work/life balance? Apply today to join the Office of the New York State Comptroller.
Civil Service examinations are not required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program:
Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NY HELPS Program:
For appointment to an Auditor Trainee 1 (Municipal), you must have:
A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 24 undergraduate or graduate semester credit hours in accounting and/or auditing.
For appointment to an Auditor Trainee 2 (Municipal), you must have:
A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 24 undergraduate or graduate credit hours in accounting and/or auditing and one year of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.
A master's or doctoral degree in accounting, business administration, business management, criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics may substitute for one year of qualifying experience.
For appointment to an Auditor 1 (Municipal), you must have:
A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 24 undergraduate or graduate credit hours in accounting and/or auditing and two years of professional accounting.
A master's or doctoral degree in accounting, business administration, business management, criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics may substitute for one year of qualifying experience.
Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Transfer:
For 70.1 transfer to an Auditor 1 (Municipal), salary grade (SG)-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-16 or above. SG-12 or above for a Trainee 1, SG-14 or above for a Trainee 2, depending on qualifications.
If approved for transfer appointment, you must also meet the special requirement below:
A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 24 undergraduate or graduate semester credit hours in accounting and/or auditing.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office GOT-IT (ny.gov)
Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.
Depending on qualifications, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year traineeship that leads to the full level SG-18 position.
55b/55c Program appointment:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)
Traineeship salary information:
The position may be filled at the Auditor Trainee 1 (Municipal) equated to SG-14 ($53,764), Auditor Trainee 2 (Municipal) equated to SG-16 ($59,994), or full performance Auditor 1 (Municipal) SG-18 ($66,951) based on the candidate's education, experience, and previous state service. Salary is nonnegotiable.
Candidates hired at the trainee level will be advanced to the full performance Auditor 1 (Municipal) SG-18 following successful completion of the traineeship.
Additional Comments
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Strong analytical skills
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal skills
Good knowledge and use of technology
Good organizational skills
Team player
Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Telecommuting: The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency's mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee's primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.
Reasonable Accommodation: The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) ###-####.
Equal Opportunity Employment: The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.
The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:
A state pension with vesting after five years' service
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents
Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care
Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
Holiday and paid time off
Shift and geographic pay differentials
A committed continuous learning environment
Informational Brown Bag sessions
Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness
OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas
And much more