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Audit Specialist 1

Company:
Commonwealth of PA, Department of Transportation - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania , United States

Job Description:

Are you interested in conducting audits, other engagements, and related activities, but do not want to sacrifice your time to tax season? If so, the Department of Transportation wants to talk to you! We have a fantastic chance to leverage your expertise while experiencing the fulfillment of public service. You will enjoy competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth, including support for obtaining your CPA license. Your employer will assist with the costs of CPA training materials  as well as paid time off to sit for the exam, along with the possibility of qualifying for public service student loan forgiveness.  Do not let this exciting opportunity pass you by, apply today!

This is a travel position.  Overnight travel is required.  Travel expenses are paid.  
 

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Audit Specialist 1's work includes utilizing best practices and generally accepted governmental audit practices to examine, evaluate, and report on the accountability, utilization, and management of funds administered by the Department of Transportation. You will aid in the formulation and negotiation of recommendations to adjust or modify operations to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies to improve the economy, efficiency and effective use of funds. Work involves the preparation and review of audit reports, utilizing professional judgement in the assessment of risk, selection of audit samples, materiality, and disposition of exceptions.
 

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

 

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office.
  • This position will be headquartered at a DOT office located closest to the candidate's current work location or home.
  • 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.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • One year as a Financial Programs Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • Successful completion of the Commonwealth's Accounting Intern Program within the previous eighteen (18) months; or
  • A Bachelor's Degree including or supplemented by eighteen (18) credits in accounting, and auditing; or
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and training which included the required eighteen (18) credits in accounting and auditing.
  • Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 9 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

 

Other Requirements:

  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. 
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.
 

How to Apply:

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • 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: 

 

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 Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate 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. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

 

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

 

  • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
  • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. 
  • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
  • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
    • your score may be lower than deserved.
    • you may be disqualified.
  • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
  • Your results will be provided via email.

Contact Information

Susan Simms
, United States
Phone: NA
Fax: NA
[email protected]
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