- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to conduct audits of governmental entities.
- Ability to interpret federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
- Ability to prepare audit findings and recommend appropriate corrective action.
- Ability to secure facts through investigation.
- Ability to analyze complex financial statements of the State of Maine.
- Ability to assist for information technology audits.
- Ability to research laws, regulations, and highly technical accounting issues.
- Ability to interpret and implement new accounting and auditing pronouncements.
- Ability to review work of professional staff for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to professional auditing standards.
Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using
13 paid holidays,
12 days of sick leave, and
3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays
85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,400.22-$13,412.10 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($379.60 annual value).
Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes 13.41% of Bargaining Unit and 18.21% of Confidential employee's pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.- Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive
four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.- Learn about
additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. -
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Description
Office of the State Auditor
Staff Auditor II
~Repost~
Opening Date:
May 2, 2024
Closing Date:
May 20, 2024
Job Title:
Staff Auditor II
Job Class Code: 0772
Grade: 25
Administrative Unit:
Professional Technical
Salary:
$52, $71,240.00
Position Number(s):
OPEN FOR RECRUITMENT:
May 2, May 20, 2024
* Minimum starting salary has been established at $60,403.20 / YR. Additional compensation provided for professional certifications for CPA, CISA, and CIA.
Are you interested in pursuing a career in governmental auditing? Do you possess critical thinking skills and enjoy work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Are you looking to be part of a team of dedicated professionals who deliver critical services to the citizens of the State of Maine? If so, we have an opportunity for you
Agency Information:
The Office of the State Auditor is an innovative organization that acts as the independent auditor for the State of Maine. The Office works with Maine State Government agencies to complete the State's annual Single Audit, comprised of the financial statement and Federal compliance audits. The Office has the statutory authority to audit all accounts and other financial records of State government, including any counties, municipalities, and any organization, institution or other entity receiving or requesting an appropriation or grant from State government. The Office is also authorized to review departmental budgets and capital programs for better and efficient management of State government, and to serve as a staff agency to the Legislature and the Governor in making investigations of State's finances. The Office conducts its audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, and the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996, United States Code, Section
Job Duties: This is professional services work for the Office of the State Auditor, which acts as the external independent auditor, conducting financial and compliance audits of State government. The assigned work schedule is five days per week. Employees in this classification work independently to audit moderately complex areas and programs. They also provide support to lead Auditors by assisting in the planning, designing and administering of complex audit assignments in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and those contained in Government Auditing Standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States; provide technical assistance to senior staff in other agencies with interpretations of laws, regulations and changes in accounting principles or auditing standards; review and assess work prepared by other professional accounting staff to ensure all transactions are processed in accordance with accounting principles established by the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB); and conduct compliance audits to determine if federal programs are being administered in accordance with federal laws, regulations, contracts, and agreements. This classification is distinguished from the Staff Auditor I in that the work is typically performed independently and work assignments are more complex, often requiring increased interaction with senior level management of other State agencies. Supervision may be exercised over other auditors to ensure work performed is technically correct and that audit conclusions are appropriate and in conformity with generally accepted auditing standards and administrative policy. Work is performed under limited supervision.
The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:
Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, and standards, and practices promulgated by the Governmental Accountability Office (GAO) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field and two years of progressively responsible auditing and accounting experience or one (1) year of directly related auditing experience in a government environment,
-OR- eight years of practical, progressively responsible accounting or auditing experience at a professional level,
-OR- Certification as a CPA, CIA, or CISA,
-OR- a Master's Degree in Business Administration, or related field,
-OR- meets CPA examinations requirements (at least 150 semester hours of education, including a minimum 4 year baccalaureate or higher degree conferred by a college or university acceptable to the board, and shall consist of at least 15 hours of accounting, auditing and ethics, which must include at least three hours of auditing and three hours of accounting) and two (2) years of progressively responsible accounting and auditing experience or one (1) year of directly related auditing experience in a government environment includes experience as a working supervisor or in an equivalent capacity.
BENEFITS:
Why Work for the State of Maine?
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day.
Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
For additional information about this position please email Tracy Brackett, Business Operations and Human Resources Coordinator at or call
To apply, please complete application in Trakstar to include current resume, cover letter, and official copies of post-secondary transcripts.
If additional items are to be mailed, please send them to:
Office of the State Auditor
Attn:
Tracy Brackett
#66 State House Station
Augusta, ME
Information provided during the application, interview, and selection process will be verified.
Incomplete application(s) will be failed or returned to the applicant.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills.
Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness.We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
