Description

THE POSITION

Do you have a degree in accounting or finance and want to help make your community stronger? We are looking for motivated self-starting individuals like you to join our team of fiscal watchdogs. This position is eligible for student loan forgiveness and provides excellent health, savings and retirement benefits. The biggest benefit of all is the impact you can have to make Pennsylvania stronger.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The DAG is looking to fill one Auditor 4 position within the bureau of Municipal Pension Audits. In this position, you will be responsible for planning, directing and supervising auditors in the performance of compliance audits  and Limited Procedures Engagements (LPEs) in accordance with Department and Bureau policies, and procedures and Government Auditing Standards, as applicable.  In this key role, you will act as regional supervisor and conducts special projects and prepares reports as requested by the Audit Manager, Assistant Director or Bureau Director.  Auditor 4's will also performs other related duties as required.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: 

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will be expected to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. 
• This is a remote position which includes occasional travel to audit sites or travel to  Harrisburg, PA for in-person training.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 

• Degree from accredited college or university with at least 12 credits in accounting/auditing; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training in accounting, auditing, or a closely related field.

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a valid PA driver's license.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required): 

• One or more of the following certificates:
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
• Certified Government Financial Manager (CIA)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
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Legal Requirements: 

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.

How to Apply:

• You must attach a resume to your application. 
• You must attach a transcript to your application. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans: 

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpref.erence@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Department of the Auditor General is committed to policies providing equal opportunity for everyone. Accordingly, all employment decisions are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. In addition, department employees are bound by a code of conduct that prohibits any form of harassment, including sexual harassment.
 
The Department of the Auditor General’s DEI program includes recruitment efforts focused on attracting a diverse population of qualified candidates. We are invested in creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where both our present and prospective employees may be authentic. We are dedicated to ensuring our internship and employment opportunities are accessible to all aspiring professionals within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.