Principal Auditor

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 31 - 35

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Principal Auditor to serve as the lead auditor responsible for independently and objectively conducting performance audits and non-audit services of both internal and external entities. This position plays a critical role in adding value and improving the effectiveness of WYDOTs operational processes internal controls and risk-management practices. The Principal Auditor provides data-driven information to decision makers and ensures that WYDOTs financial and operational resources are utilized in compliance with all applicable State and Federal laws. This role requires strong analytical capability professional judgment and the ability to work collaboratively across diverse divisions to support WYDOTs mission of maintaining a safe efficient and accountable transportation system for the State of Wyoming.

This position is located in Cheyenne Wyoming a community known for its affordable cost of living minimal commute times strong sense of community and proximity to outdoor recreation cultural events and larger metropolitan areas such as Fort Collins and Denver making it a great place to live and work.

This position offers a:

**$2000 Hiring Bonus**See notes for eligibility

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Health Dental and Vision Insurance
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Paid vacation sick leave and holiday

Human Resource Contact: Stacy Woita at or

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

Conducts performance audits and non-audit services as directed by the annual work plan State and Federal regulations or requested by Executive Staff.
Acts as an auditor in charge of highly complex audits.
Use risk assessment techniques and follow established policies and procedures to plan the overall strategy for the audit.
Execute audit plan prepare organize and index work papers and perform various procedures to gather sufficient and competent information to support conclusions findings and recommendations. Follow up with customers and stakeholders to obtain corrective action and ensure corrective action is appropriate and is being implemented.
Prepare informal/formal reports including conclusions and recommendations that detail the problems found the magnitude and the cause of the problems
Use analytical skills evaluate complex processes identify risks and recommend effective improvements.
Work independently and when necessary manage the audit team by directing and leading the project through completion.
Facilitate meetings with stakeholders.
Must keep abreast of continually changing rules regulations and legislation to be able to properly analyze and interpret them to ensure accurate and critical audit valuation decisions.
Assists in the development of policies procedures and strategic planning.
Provide excellent customer service through respectful resolution of conflicts or issues

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Knowledge of Government Audit Standards and 2 CFR 200
Experience with Oracle ERP systems
Strong problem-solving abilities and sound professional judgment in navigating sensitive or ambiguous situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Auditor

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Auditor

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Primarily performed in a standard office environment with regular use of a computer telephone and other office equipment.

NOTES:

FLSA:
E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.
Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
- Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
- Current employees are accepting a promotional opportunity so recruitment must be opened to the public.
- One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive and funds will be recouped from final pay.
- Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
- Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
- If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

045 Wyoming Department of Transportation Internal Review

Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Required Experience:

Staff IC

Description and FunctionsOpen Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Principal Auditor to serve as the lead auditor responsible for independently and objectively conducting performance audits and non-audit services of both internal and externa...