External Auditor 3 PN

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

NOTICE:Current employees of ODJFS in the OCSEA union have selection rights before all other applicants. Applications from all other candidates will only be considered if an internal OCSEA applicant is not selected for this position.

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:

• Cash and Food Assistance
• Employment Services and Workforce Development
• Unemployment Insurance
• Adult Protective Services
• Child Support

Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someones world!

Guiding Principles

• We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
• We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented diverse and dedicated employees.
• We get better at what we do everyday.

The ideal candidate at minimum must have the following:

OPTION 1:

5 yrs. auditing or accounting which must have included 30 mos. auditing accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies &/or procedures as specified on agency position description; AND 12 mos. exp. as audit team lead or auditor in charge.

OPTION 2:

Completion of undergraduate core coursework in accounting business administration computer science or related field; AND 3 yrs. auditing or accounting which must have included 18 mos. auditing accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies &/or procedures as specified on agency position description; AND 12 mos. exp. as audit team lead or auditor in charge.

OPTION 3:

12 mos. exp. as External Auditor 2 66462.

OPTION 4:

Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Technical Skills: Accounting and Finance Auditing Regulatory Compliance Risk Assessment and Grants Administration

Professional Skills: Adaptability Analyzation Written Communication Attention to Detail and Interpreting Data

Tips For Your Application

When completing the different sections of this application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.

Pay Information

This position is in the State of Ohios AFSCME/OCSEA Schedule Pay Range 33.Unless required by legislation or union contract starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1 currently $33.52 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.

Office of Fiscal & Monitoring Services

The Office of Fiscal and Monitoring Services (OFMS) Monitoring Services Division is responsible for providing risk management services for OFMS and ODJFS. The division manages risk through subrecipient and contractor monitoring. The division provides training technical assistance audit liaison services and resolution services. The division provides oversight for counties workforce local areas state agencies and others. Additionally the division manages the County Finance Information System (CFIS). Their services also include technical assistance and training for Ohios counties. Our focus is on efficient and effective business operations internal control and compliance.Learn more about the Office by visiting the ODJFS OFMS webpage.

What Youll Do:

This position works in a unit that is charged with conducting fiscal monitoring reviews of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Comprehensive Case Management Employment Program (CCMEP) and special discretionary grants. The ideal job candidate will become familiar with the WIOA various Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) rules policies developed by the Office of Workforce Development (OWD) and WIOA local area policies. This position serves as an audit team lead.

Responsibilities:

Monitoring Reviews: Perform reviews individually or as part of a team to assess compliance with federal regulations related to various financial aspects such as cost allocation budgeting procurement disbursements cash management contract reviews and sub-recipient addition duties include analyzing financial reports from the County Finance Information System (CFIS) County Auditor reports and local area accounting system reports.
Non-Compliance: Identify instances of non-compliance during reviews and document findings.
Audit Reports: Prepare detailed audit reports that include clear concise and grammatically accurate recommendations for improvement based on findings from the reviews.
with Hostile or Resistant Individuals: Handle situations where individuals may be hostile evasive or resistant during interviews or when providing records.
Requirement: Travel throughout the state is required with occasional overnight stays.
Conferences: Conduct exit conferences to discuss findings and issues identified during the review process.

Necessary Skills:

of Audit/Monitoring Standards: Comprehensive understanding of audit and monitoring standards including experience in creating working papers and preparing audit reports.
Skills: Ability to gather information interview contacts and prepare documentation (working papers) necessary for conducting monitoring reviews.
and Leadership: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team and to lead engagements when necessary.
Compliance: Familiarity with local state and federal regulations related to financial management and administration of federal funds.
Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills essential for preparing reports and conducting exit conferences.
Attributes: Must be teachable patient persistent observant organized detail-oriented accurate adaptable and have a positive attitude.

In summary this position requires a thorough understanding of audit procedures strong communication skills the ability to handle challenging situations and a willingness to travel on occasion. The ideal candidate should possess a combination of technical expertise in auditing regulatory compliance knowledge and personal qualities that facilitate effective teamwork and engagement with stakeholders.

Challenges:

You may on occasion have to work with hostile people or those who are evasive and/or resistant to interviewing questioning or providing records.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Travel:This position requires occasional travel throughout the state and may include occasional overnight stays.

PN(s):

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.