Comptroller – Statewide Fiscal Oversight Auditor III (00029117)

Organization: COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS

Primary Location: Texas-Austin

Work Locations: Lyndon B Johnson Building (304-00001) 111 E 17th Street Austin 78774

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

Salary (Pay Basis): 4,500.00 – 5,300.00 (Monthly)

Description

Applications must be filed at

https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/304/jobdetail.ftl?job=00029117&tz=GMT-05:00&tzname=America/Chicago

About the Comptroller’s Office

Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describes the culture here at the Comptroller’s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas’ accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more!

Culture

Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.

If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

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General description

Join the Fiscal Management team as a Statewide Fiscal Oversight Auditor III! Work involves conducting audits of state agencies and institutions of higher education’s expenditures submitted to the Comptroller of Public Accounts for payment including bills, travel reimbursements, grants, investments, payroll, and procurement documentation. Responsible for preparing written correspondence based on independent research. Some overnight travel is required. The candidate must have the ability to learn new concepts quickly and apply knowledge appropriately in a highly active environment with ever-changing circumstances. Apply today and help the Comptroller’s office keep the Texas economy strong.

This position may be eligible for a flexible/hybrid work schedule if certain conditions are met; working arrangements may change at any time as business necessitates.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.
Four (4) years of auditing or accounting experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
Experience with transactions processed through the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), the Uniform Statewide Payroll/Personnel System (USPS) or Human Resource Information System (HRIS).
Experience with state laws and rules regarding expenditures including purchase, travel, and payroll.
Experience analyzing legal information and developing interpretive documents.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

A valid Texas (or state of residency) driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record and current proof of automobile insurance are a condition of employment.

PREFERRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Texas Purchaser (CTP), Certified Texas Procurement Manager (CTPM), Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) or other accounting/procurement or auditing certification (CIA,CFE,CGAP,CISA).

In this role you will:

Prepare for and conduct post-payment audits of payroll, purchase (including procurement) and travel transactions.
Organize, communicate, and document complex information or materials.
Prepare written correspondence based on independent research.
Research and analyze complex legal and accounting related issues while conducting audits including necessary research on payroll, purchase, travel and procurement policies and procedures.
Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of training and communication techniques with appropriate application of each.
Knowledge of web-based training methodologies, curriculum development, and adult learning theory.
Knowledge of standard research methods and techniques.
Knowledge of state purchases and travel policies.

Veterans:

To receive veteran’s preference a copy of your DD214 (Member 4) is required.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall within the essential duties of the job position or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position. Please call Human Resources, CPA Veterans Liaison at 512-475-3560/800-531-5441 for more information or assistance.

Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work In Texas:

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

The Comptroller’s Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.