Audit Analyst (Exempt)

Duties Summary

In accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), plan and conduct performance audits of county government and make value-added and meaningful recommendations on departmental organizations, operations, procedures, and practices.Position is exempt from civil service and selected person for the position will be appointed by the County Auditor.

(Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.)

Examples of Duties

Adheres to independence and objectivity, ethical and professional standards established by GAGAS.

Complies with GAGAS continuing professional education (CPE) requirements which typically includes minimal out-of-state travel.

Plan, prioritize, and organize work to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.

May supervise others assigned.

Work with minimal supervision.

Use personal computers, local area network, and standard office application programs.

Attend and present at council meetings, committee meetings, conferences, and hearings as required to provide background information on audit-related issues.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with all county personnel and the public in a professional manner including conducting interviews and meetings with county personnel to collect useful, relevant, and reliable information.

Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, the administration, the public and the County Council.

Independently lead and conduct complex financial, compliance and operational audits to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, adequate internal controls, compliance with various federal, state, and county policies, procedures, and laws.

Apply techniques and methodologies to gather and analyze operational, statistical, and financial data and compare against established criteria.

Work with and control, sensitive and confidential information.

Perform peer working paper review to ensure quality and consistency.

Present facts clearly and objectively both orally and in writing.

Summarize findings and recommendations in clear, concise, complete and accurate written reports with sound recommendations.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in business or public administration, accounting, finance, economics, or a related field (scan and attach your official college transcript to your application), and

two (2) years of auditing experience, or

five (5) years of experience in governmental fund accounting and/or government operations, and

possession of a valid State of Hawaii driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at the time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at the time of hire.)

Note: Please submit your resume and cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position (scan and attach your resume and cover letter to your application.)Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of: Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS); county government organizations and functions; policies, laws, and rules relating to county government processes; accounting and/or auditing principles and practices; research techniques and methods; and report writing.Benefits of County employment: The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)

Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.

Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.

Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).

Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.

County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.

Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.

Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.

Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.

Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.

Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.

Credit Union Membership

Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.

Supplemental Information

Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:

an official college transcript,

a valid driver's license,

a temporary assignment verification,

professional licenses, and/or

certificates.

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS:

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