Senior Auditor evaluator II - Sacramento, United States - State of California

Description

Job Description and Duties

What Will You Do?

As a Financial Senior Auditor II (Financial Senior II) you will serve an important role in improving California government by leading teams of auditors on the annual audit that determines whether California's multi-billion dollar financial statements are fairly stated.

Financial auditors analyze financial data, assess controls over financial reporting, and evaluate risks, ultimately resulting in the issuance of an independent auditor's opinion.

This work is necessary for California to receive billions of dollars in federal funds each year.

As a Financial Senior II you will:

• Manage the work of auditors through direct supervision. Lead, coach, and guide staff responsible for auditing the State's multi-billion dollar financial statements and evaluating whether information is presented in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Monitor, plan, direct and manage projects while ensuring that resource allocation, staff performance, and timelines meet expectations. Make timely, informed decisions that account for facts, objectives, and risks.
• Oversee the planning of audit activities for multiple team members and determine whether plans are consistent with audit objectives and auditing standards.
• Perform quality control over work products to ensure information is accurate, clear, and balanced and complies with auditing standards.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on key accounting standards and train staff on emerging issues that contribute to their growth and development.
• Oversee the development of thorough and accurate internal control audit reports to present audit findings and recommendations.
• Communicate effectively internally with staff and management and externally with auditee staff to obtain necessary information for audits.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

• This position is eligible for participation in the office's hybrid telework program. Work at the alternate work location must be in California and conducted in a space that is ergonomically sound, private, distraction-free, and has safe working conditions to be eligible to telework.
• Work performed in the office is in an air-conditioned high-rise building with elevator access and both natural and artificial lighting.
• Work may require sitting for an extended period of time using a personal computer and the use of standard office equipment, such as phones, copiers or scanners.
• Work may require periodic non-standard work hours and work during weekends to meet workload needs and demands.
• Work may require travel, working away from headquarters and/or long and irregular work hours.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need fora visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

The California State Auditor's Office is not an E-Verify employer.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR AUDITOR EVALUATOR II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details


Job Code #:

JC
Position #(s):


Working Title:
Financial Senior Auditor Evaluator II


Classification:

SENIOR AUDITOR EVALUATOR II
$8, $12,201.00

# of Positions:

Multiple


Work Location:
Sacramento County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information


Telework Information:

This position is eligible for our hybrid telework program with the option to be remote-centered with required residency anywhere in California.

Who Are We?

We are the independent oversight arm of the California State Legislature and the custodians of California's Whistleblower Hotline.

Our mission is to provide objective evaluations and effective solutions that enhance the transparency, accountability, and performance of California government for the people it serves.

We are trusted to produce unbiased, nonpartisan reports that provide recommendations to solve some of our state's toughest problems.

At the California State Auditor's Office, we believe that our mission to enhance the transparency, accountability, and performance of government also improves the lives of Californians.

The many people helping us achieve this mission are the backbone and heart of our organization.

We aspire to create a workplace that celebrates their incredible contributions and talents, and embraces their unique perspectives, identities, and values.

We seek to develop an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and inspired in their commitment to public service.


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Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Certified Public Accountant (Attest License) Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to being hired.

Any applicant receiving a conditional job offer will be subject to a background check, fingerprinting and an inquiry to the California Department of Justice to disclose criminal records prior to appointment.

State Auditor's Office employees are excluded from collective bargaining.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 4/26/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available).

SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.

Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

California State Auditor's Office


Attn:
Human Resources

621 Capitol Mall, Ste. 1200

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

California State Auditor's Office

Human Resources

621 Capitol Mall, Ste. 1200

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application.

Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

Provide answers to the two questions below using specific examples from your education, training and experience. Your responses will help us determine who to interview for the position. Create a document using a word processing application such as Microsoft Word, and limit your response to two pages. We may not consider applications that do not include responses to the questions.

• Describe your experience conducting financial statement audits in accordance with Government Auditing Standards (the "Yellow Book") or other professional auditing standards that demonstrate your ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff on financial audits. What are the key components to leading a successful team or project?
• Describe why you believe you would be a good fit for the Financial Senior II position.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview.

The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Who Are You?

• You possess a valid certificate (an attest license) as a Certified Public Accountant in California. An applicant possessing a valid attest license from another state must be willing and able to become licensed in California.
• You have experience working on audits of annual comprehensive financial reports for governmental entities.
• You have experience supervising, planning, directing, and conducting complex audits of annual comprehensive financial reports for governmental entities.
• You have experience ensuring that your work products are completed on time and within budget and that critical analyses are performed and sufficient evidence is obtained to meet objectives in accordance with auditing standards.
• You have experience evaluating internal controls and compliance over financial reporting.
• You have experience applying new accounting standards.
• You have demonstrated the ability to write clearly and concisely, as well as communicate verbally and listen effectively to a variety of individuals.
• You are able to work objectively in an independent nonpartisan office.
• You have a Bachelor's Degree or higher and at least four years of professional experience in government or public sector auditing using professional auditing standards or at least one year in California State service performing duties at a level equivalent to a Senior Auditor Evaluator I.

Why Should You Join Us?

• You want to make a difference for Californians and future generations, and make sure California government is effectively serving its people.
• You want to work in a professional environment and lead teams of intelligent colleagues doing meaningful work.
• You have exceptional auditing skills and possess a valid certificate (an attest license) as a Certified Public Accountant in California.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.


Department Website:



Human Resources Contact:
Jennifer Moore

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.

You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Britani Pavoni


California Relay Service:
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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place.

Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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