Position Title:

　　Auditor II (may underfill as an Auditor I)

　　Job Description:

　　Incumbent performs professional Internal Auditor assignments, including detailed financial and accounting auditing to determine the reliability and effectiveness of financial and control systems. Conducts audits of contracts, grants and/or operations; reviews organization structure, controls, policies, and procedures; determines the nature and extent of auditing required; adjusts or extends audit programs where necessary; analyzes functions and provides appraisals of internal control structure of functions or systems. Investigates irregularities and recommended corrective measures. Prepares and reviews audit documentation to ensure adherence to standards, uniformity of procedures and adequacy of audit. May also participate in management of the City’s Fraud, Waste and Abuse Program, which will include reviewing and investigating incoming reports and complaints of fraud, waste, and abuse.

　　At the highest level, examines records, documents, methods, policies, costs, and other factors. Coordinates the preparation of reports summarizing audit results. Makes recommendations and reviews audit findings with managers. Provides work leadership to lower-level auditing staff on complex audits. May review the progress and work of subordinates (or support staff) for adequacy, method, and procedures. May act as Audit Leader for an audit team assigned to specific functional or operational areas. Plans methods to be followed in the conduct of audits, recommends activities to be examined, the extent of examination and establishes completion schedules.

　　Early application submittal is encouraged. The position will remain open until filled and may close anytime without notice.

　　This position includes a robust benefits package. Learn more about our benefits here: Salt Lake City Benefits (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/) .

　　AUDITOR I

　　Following established procedures, assists higher level auditors in a variety of audit functions. Documents audit findings and identifies deviations and exceptions and provides basic recommendations for improvements and revisions in procedures. Requires 1-3 years of related work experience.

　　Monitors control systems for adequacy and efficiency. Recommends, initiates, and implements corrective measures.

　　Performs comprehensive audits covering financial, operational, and regulatory areas to assure the safeguarding of assets, proper authorization, and recording of transactions.

　　Communicates verbally and in writing the audit results to management.

　　Examines, evaluates, and verifies compliance of City policies and procedures.

　　Completes and delivers work papers and audit reports for review.

　　Prepares or updates technical flow charts showing significant transaction cycles. Prepares control evaluation worksheets involving analysis of flow charts.

　　Maintains working papers showing scope, procedures performed, findings, conclusions, recommendations, continuity, and frequency of audit work. Prepares working papers that are properly cross-referenced, logically organized, and support audit findings and recommendations.

　　Maintains strict confidentiality.

　　Performs other duties as required.

　　AUDITOR II

　　Independently performs comprehensive audits covering financial, operational, and regulatory areas to assure the safeguarding of assets, proper authorization, and recording of transactions, develops audit plans and defines the audit objective. Prepares audit reports and recommendations for review by supervisors. Recommends revisions in audit programs and analyzes effectiveness of audit programs. Interfaces with department contacts to resolve audit issues and implement audit recommendations. Requires 3-5 years of related work experience.

　　Develops audit plans and defines the audit objective.

　　Writes audit programs and develops unique procedures which will meet audit objectives.

　　Performs other duties as required.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Accounting, Finance, business administration or related field, plus related work experience, as stipulated for each level noted above. Education and work experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis.

　　Ability to identify, analyze and research programmatic and financial problems; conduct statistical analysis; apply professional judgment in the application of standard and advanced accounting techniques and principles, make accurate mathematical calculations, and operate a 10-key calculator.

　　Required skills include the working knowledge and ability of analytical and critical thinking; technical, financial, and program auditing methods, processes, and procedures; Risk analysis techniques; flow charting processes to identify and evaluate internal controls; analyzing a variety of control system issues and develop recommendations; sampling theory; ability to draft technical reports and documents; proficiency in written and verbal communication; Drive to develop positive, productive and strategic relationships with City personnel and other key stakeholders.

　　Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). In addition, may also require knowledge of the specific laws, ordinances and regulations governing financial operation of the City and experience in municipal accounting/auditing.

　　Knowledge of personal computer operation, including proficiency with office software applications such as MS Word and Excel.

　　Ability to communicate effectively with others, including presentation of statistical analysis, audit findings and recommendations.

　　Ability to move from one location to another.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Knowledge of the International Professional Practices Framework published by The Institute of Internal Auditors.

　　Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification

　　Experience in IT auditing

　　Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law. Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment.

　　The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

　　POSITION TYPE

　　Full-Time

　　POSITION SALARY RANGE

　　Auditor I: $ 47,502.00 - $ 64,777.44

　　Auditor II: $ 52,350.48 - $ 71,394.96

　　DEPARTMENT

　　Airport

　　Full Time/Part Time:

　　Full time

　　Scheduled Hours:

　　40

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　　Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 199,000. We're committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain diverse, talented people. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.

　　We are dedicated to promoting equity, inclusion and belonging for all members of our City family. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to building a qualified and competent workforce based on principles of diversity at each step of the recruitment and selection process.

　　We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating an inclusive workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.

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