Texas Health and Human Services Commission – Austin, TX

This position may be filled at a senior auditor (classified as auditor IV), staff auditor (classified as Auditor III), or associate auditor (classified as Auditor II) level. The salary range across all three position levels is $3,520.33 – $7,532.75 per month and will be based on the qualifications of the selected applicant:

• Associate Auditor, Auditor II, B19, $3,520.33 – $5,746.66
• Staff Auditor, Auditor III, B21, $4,023.16 – $6,579.41
• Senior Auditor, Auditor IV, B23, $4,598.66 – $7,532.75

Auditors perform junior to advanced level auditing work for the Health and Human Services (HHS) system as a part of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Audit and Inspections Division (OIG Audit). OIG is responsible for preventing, detecting, auditing, inspecting, reviewing, and investigating fraud, waste, and abuse in the provision of Medicaid and other HHS programs. Work is conducted in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards and OIG Audit policies and procedures.

Under the supervision of audit project management, auditors participate in (a) risk and control assessments, (b) completing assigned audit procedures, (c) reaching conclusions supported by evidence, and (d) identifying and documenting audit issues, including appropriate recommendations to improve operations. Auditors perform audit procedures (including IT audit procedures) on operational audits, performance audits, compliance audits, and special reviews of HHS agencies, contractors, and provider business operations under direct supervision with latitude for the use of initiative and professional judgment.

Generally, auditors may participate in and complete audit activities related to:

• Developing audit objectives, scope, programs, and testing procedures.

• Identifying and documenting relevant criteria; business and program operations; processes and controls; and information technology systems.

• Assessing risk and identifying key controls relevant to the audit objective(s).

• Evaluating agency, contractor, and provider compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, generally accepted accounting principles, and other relevant criteria.

• Evaluating whether HHS agency and contractor resources are being used efficiently and effectively.

• Documenting work performed.

• Developing audit issues and recommendations for improvement.

OIG Audit conducts risk-based performance audits related to (a) services delivered through medical providers and contractors and (b) programs, functions, processes, and systems within the HHS system and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), to help identify and reduce fraud, waste, and abuse. Audits may result in recommendations to improve the provision and delivery of health and human services in the state. Auditors may also identify questioned or unsupported costs.

Essential Job Functions:
Essential job functions vary across the associate, staff, and senior auditor positions.

Associate Auditor (Auditor II)

EJF 1: Audit Execution/Technical (55%)

Assists in the planning and completion of significant aspects of an audit, including the preparation of key deliverables in the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases of a project.

Completes audit assignments in compliance with professional standards and OIG Audit policies and procedures.

Works independently with guidance and supervision from audit project management.

May assess IT systems and controls (general and application).

EJF 2: Communication (25%)

Presents oral and written information concisely and accurately to auditees and internal management in a timely manner.

Prepares audit documentation in conformance with auditing standards and effective business writing practices.

May assist in the report-writing process to clearly communicate the results and recommendations arising from the audit.

EJF 3: Time Management (15%)

Completes assigned tasks within established timeframes.

EJF 4: Other (5%)

Performs other work as assigned, such as serving on workgroups.

Staff Auditor (Auditor III)

EJF 1: Audit Execution/Technical (55%)

• Assists in the planning and completion of significant aspects of an audit, including the preparation of key deliverables in the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases of a project.

• May conduct review of audit documentation and provides written feedback as applicable.

• Conducts audits in compliance with professional standards and OIG Audit policies and procedures.

• Works independently with some guidance to complete assigned audit tasks.

• May assess IT systems and controls (general and application).

EJF 2: Communication (25%)

• Presents oral and written information concisely and accurately to auditees and internal management in a timely manner.

• Prepares audit documentation in conformance with auditing standards and effective business writing practices.

• May assist in the report-writing process to clearly communicate the results and recommendations arising from the audit.

EJF 3: Project and Time Management (15%)

• May assist project management with scheduling, tracking, and monitoring project activities and tasks.

• Completes assigned tasks within established timeframes.

EJF 4: Other (5%)

• Performs other work as assigned, such as serving on workgroups or as a peer mentor.

Senior Auditor (Auditor IV)

EJF 1: Audit Execution/Technical (40%)

• Assists in the planning, completion, and review of significant aspects of an audit, including the preparation of key deliverables in the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases of a project.

• Conducts review of audit documentation, provides written feedback as applicable, and helps prepare the project for quality review.

• Ensures audits are conducted in compliance with professional standards and OIG Audit policies and procedures.

• Works independently to complete audit tasks.

• May assess IT systems and controls (general and application).

EJF 2: Communication (35%)

• Presents oral and written information concisely and accurately to auditees and internal management in a timely manner.

• Prepares and reviews audit documentation in conformance with auditing standards and effective business writing practices.

• Leads, coaches, and mentors OIG Audit staff.

• Assists in the report-writing process to clearly communicate the results and recommendations arising from the audit.

EJF 3: Project Management (15%)

• Assists project managers in establishing, monitoring, tracking, and achieving audit objectives within established budgets and timeframes.

• Completes assigned tasks within established timeframes.

EJF 4: Other (10%)

• Performs other work as assigned, such as serving on workgroups and developing and delivering training.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge, skills, and abilities critical to develop in order to successfully perform in this position:

• Knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards.

• Knowledge of various audit methods.

• Knowledge of information technology/system controls.

• Knowledge of HHS and DFPS agency programs.

• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, methods, and systems.

• Skill in critical thinking.

• Skill in identifying and assessing internal control structures.

• Skill in identifying and assessing risks.

• Skill in sampling and interpreting results.

• Skill in data analysis techniques.

• Skill in identifying and applying audit criteria.

• Skill in developing audit procedure steps.

• Skill in gathering, analyzing, and drawing accurate and logical conclusions about information.

• Skill in understanding and communicating complex technical information.

• Skill in applying project management concepts to plan and monitor one’s own work and the work of others.

• Skill in supervising and coaching others and in providing feedback.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal staff and auditees.

• Skill in managing multiple individual and team projects to meet deadlines.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
N/A

Initial Selection Criteria:
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from a college or university.

• Associate auditor (auditor II) – No prior audit experience is required.

• Staff auditor (auditor III) – At least one year of experience in auditing, information technology/systems auditing, financial analysis, accounting, or other relevant fields as determined by the hiring manager.

• Senior auditor (auditor IV) – At least two years of experience in auditing, information technology/systems auditing, financial analysis, accounting, or other relevant fields as determined by the hiring manager.

Relevant professional designations and advanced degrees may be substituted for one year of experience at the hiring manager’s discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s or master’s degree with major course work in auditing, accounting, finance, information technology, business administration, public policy, or a related business area.

2. Experience in performance auditing, public sector auditing (information systems or financial), Single Audit Act federal compliance auditing, cost accounting, budgeting in Texas government, accounting and business processes, or HHS and DFPS programs.

3. Working toward becoming or achieved designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Inspector General Auditor (CIGA), Certified Forensic Accountant (CFA), or Certified Financial Forensic (CFF).

Relevant professional designations, advanced degrees, and years of experience will be considered in determining salary level.

Additional Information:
The OIG is responsible for preventing, detecting, auditing, inspecting, reviewing, and investigating fraud, waste, and abuse in the provision of HHS in Medicaid and other HHS programs. Potential employees of OIG are subject to criminal background checks in accordance with the HHS Human Resources policy. Selected applicants must submit to a name-based, or in some instances a fingerprint based, criminal background check through Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to determine if an applicant has a conviction for a Class A misdemeanor within the last five years or a felony that constitutes a bar to employment.

OIG will request that all applicants considered for an interview provide responses to essay questions. Failure to respond to the request could disqualify an applicant from the interview process.

The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum allowable by state law. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual.

HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888—894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

MOS Code:
89A, LS, 020, 3402, 6F0X1

HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

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