Job Description

The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources. This position is with our CDR-Compliance program area.

Auditor III: Performs highly complex (senior-level) auditing work for CDR Compliance. Prepares audit work papers and audit assignments to achieve determined objectives in a timely manner as determined by CDRC management. Provides guidance to others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Auditor IV: Performs advanced (senior-level) auditing work for CDRC Compliance. Ensures audits achieve determined objectives in a timely manner in coordination w/ CDRC management. Acts as audit project lead as required. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Auditor V: Oversees and/or performs highly advanced (senior-level) audit functions to ensure timely completion of assignments to achieve determined objectives in a timely manner, acts as audit project lead. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at:

Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category - Accounting, Auditing, and Finance (texas.gov)

In order to receive Veteran's preference, a copy of the DD#214 is required at the time of interview.

* This is a federally funded position contingent upon continued funding.

* May be required to pass both Federal and State Background check.

* May be required to work outside of normal business hours.

PAPER, FAX OR E-MAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Benefits:

Free Parking

Defined Retirement Benefit Plan

Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts

Medical Insurance - State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. State pays 50% of the eligible part-time employee's premium and 25% for eligible dependents.

Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance

Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year Annual leave increases with length of service.

Telework policy

LinkedIn Learning access to on-demand online learning to develop your technical and soft skills

Essential Job Elements

Auditor III:

• Performs highly complex (senior-level) audit assignments to achieve determined objectives in a timely manner (i.e. milestone dates, budgeted hours), as determined by CDRC management.

• Prepares audit workpapers that identify and document sufficient and relevant audit evidence necessary to produce audit documentation that is accurate, thorough, clear and concise to support audit conclusions, reportable findings, and recommendations; Prepare sections of the draft report as required.

• Applies process analysis, business knowledge, and problem solving techniques/skills to effectively define problems, identify, evaluate, and propose potential solutions, and evaluate outcomes.

• Provides guidance to others through first level review of audit work papers and provides coaching notes for work paper improvement for audit assignments as required and as proficiency allows

• Review subrecipient single audits and identify any findings or issues in the report that may affect CDR programs and issue MDL per 2CFR200 Audit Requirements

• Research and document results of Fraud, Waste and Abuse allegations submitted to the GLO fraud hotline affecting CDR programs

• Obtain proficiency in TIGR, particularly using it as a resource for performing monitoring and oversight activities as they relate to the comprehensive monitoring plan, and as required by CDR Management.

Auditor IV:

• Performs and/or oversees advanced (senior-level) auditing work to achieve determined objectives in a timely manner (i.e. milestone dates, budgeted hours), in coordination w/ CDRC management; will act as the audit project lead as required

• Oversees and/or develops audit scopes, programs, objectives, procedures, and deliverables based on the CDR program; Oversees and/or Performs audit work to identify, obtain and document sufficient and relevant audit evidence necessary to support reportable audit findings, conclusions, and recommendations and produce audit documentation that is accurate, thorough, clear and concise to support audit conclusions with minimal supervision

• Oversees and/or prepares audit reports including the preparation and review of the draft report; participate in communications with the client concerning findings, concerns and observations included in the report;

• Applies process analysis, business knowledge, and problem solving techniques/skills to effectively define problems, identify, evaluate, and propose potential solutions, and evaluate outcomes.

• Provides project specific guidance to others through workpaper reviews and providing coaching notes to improve work papers and monitoring process and procedures

• Performs research and analysis on draft policies, procedures, and project documents; develops standardized audit procedures and provides recommendations to and advises management as required.

• Works with management to develop and participate in staff development through coaching, training, and advising management on training needs.

• Research and document results of Fraud, Waste and Abuse allegations submitted to the GLO fraud hotline affecting CDR programs

• Review sub-recipient Single Audit Reports and identify any findings or issues in the report that may affect CDR programs and issue MDL per 2CFR200 Audit Requirements.

• Obtain proficiency in TIGR, particularly using it as a resource for performing monitoring and oversight activities as they relate to the comprehensive monitoring plan, and as required by CDR Management.

Auditor V:

• Oversees and/or performs highly advanced (senior-level) auditing work to ensure timely completion of audit assignments to achieve determined objectives in a timely manner (i.e. milestone dates, budgeted hours), functions as audit project lead.

• Oversees and/or develops audit scopes, programs, objectives, procedures, and deliverables based on the CDR program; Oversees and/or Performs reviews and approvals of work papers and reports to ensure adequate documentation and completeness of work performed, conclusions and findings in accordance with departmental policies/procedures and relevant local, state, and federal laws;Develops and implements annual audit plans, including coordinating audit work to ensure the timely completion of audits.

• Oversees and/or prepares audit reports including the preparation and review of the draft and final report, communication with the client concerning findings, concerns and observations included in the report; submittal of report for issuance; and any corrective action follow-up.

• Applies process analysis, business knowledge, and problem solving techniques/skills to effectively define problems, identify, evaluate, and propose potential solutions, and evaluate outcomes. Reviews and identifies changes in professional standards, pronouncements, and federal audit requirements, and notifies management and audit staff.

• Provides project specific guidance to others through workpaper reviews and providing coaching notes to improve work papers and monitoring process and procedures

• Performs research and analysis on draft policies, procedures, and project documents. Develops standardized audit procedures and office guidelines for the practical application of professional standards and provides recommendations to and advises management

• Works with management to develop and participate in staff development through coaching, training, and advising management on training needs.

• Research and document results of Fraud, Waste and Abuse allegations submitted to the GLO fraud hotline affecting CDR programs

• Review sub-recipient Single Audit Reports and identify any findings or issues in the report that may affect CDR programs and issue MDL per 2CFR200 Audit Requirements

• Obtain proficiency in TIGR, particularly using it as a resource for performing monitoring and oversight activities as they relate to the comprehensive monitoring plan, and as required by CDR Management.



Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in auditing, accounting, business administration, finance, economics, or a related field is preferred. Education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with equivalent experience in auditing.

• Experience in accounting or auditing work.

• May be required to periodically work more than 40 hours per week and on the weekends.

• Must be willing to travel up to 30% for on-site compliance monitoring reviews and other travel in support of the oversite function.

Salary and classification are dependent on qualifications:

Auditor III: two to three (2-3) years of full-time experience participating in governmental, financial, program, organizational, performance, policy, and/or compliance audits. $4,552-$5,972

Auditor IV: three to four (3-4) years of full-time progressive experience participating in governmental, financial, program, organizational, performance, policy, and/or compliance audits. $5,176-$7.083

Auditor V: four to five (4-5) years of full-time progressive experience participating in governmental, financial, program, organizational, performance, policy, and/or compliance audits. $6,074-$8,463

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with TeamMate audit software; experience monitoring, evaluating, processing, and/or auditing federally-funded grant programs with an emphasis on HUD-funded programs.

In addition to the experience listed above, preference for candidates with the following certifications/license:

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) :

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing methods and systems; generally accepted auditing standards and procedures, including sampling techniques.

• Ability to compose clear and concise audit reports; gather and analyze accurate and relevant audit information; evaluate accounting and management operations systems for accuracy and legal conformance; accurately complete and assemble audit working papers; communicate effectively; and, supervise the work of others.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Skill in effectively communicating, both written and verbally.

• Ability to attend work on a regular and predictable schedule per the agency attendance and leave policies.

• Perform other duties as assigned as they relate to compliance monitoring and auditing functions, roles, and responsibilities.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the employee to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (moving around the work-site) is routinely required to carry out some duties. This position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/customer contact and communication. It requires the ability to move and position oneself as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Ability to read printed materials and computer screens. The individual must be able to move and transport records, documents, boxes, and all related information and materials, weighing up to 20 pounds when required. The individual must be able to remain stationary for long periods of time when commuting to and from assigned destination and when traveling on state business including fieldwork and training assignments.