AUDIT COORDINATOR

Position Information

Summary

The Audit Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the examining and analyzing of accounting records, compliance audits, and implementing quality assurance programs to verify the accuracy and overall efficiency of internal fiscal and administrative controls. This position is governed by state and federal laws, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Provides general supervision to a subordinate professional and administrative staff by reviewing project assignments and work performed, recommending subordinates for hiring, promotions, and terminations, and conducting performance evaluations. Oversees and conducts compliance, performance, and financial audits for management to assess the effectiveness of controls, the accuracy of financial records, and the efficiency of operations of internal divisions, agencies, and programs. Reviews audit reports, analyzes trends, and reviews audit summaries for accuracy, completeness, and content. Provides advice and technical assistance to auditors on methods of correction of audit exceptions. Reviews financial information to determine and ensure compliance with established criteria and regulations. Provides technical assistance to business entities by interpreting state and federal fiscal policies and directives with application to state fiscal examination. Compiles data and audit information for preparation of reports and records findings and analysis of information for future projections. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles of regulatory accounting procedures. Knowledge of the principles of auditing procedures. Knowledge of manual and automated accounting systems and procedures. Knowledge of GAAP. Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques. Ability to supervise a subordinate audit and administrative support staff. Ability to interpret and apply rules, laws, and GAAP to specific situations. Ability to interpret and analyze automated accounting transactions. Ability to provide technical assistance to state government officials concerning fiscal policies and directives. Ability to use computer software programs to produce reports and correspondence.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; plus four years of experience in accounting, auditing, or related area, including two years in a supervisory or leadership capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None