DLL BD OF ACCT INVESTIGATOR

Date: Apr 16, 2024

Req ID: 39122

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: STATE BOARD OF ACCOUNTANCY

Anticipated Starting Salary: $56,039

Position Number: 22156674
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 5/1/2024
Anticipated Starting Salary: $56,039
State Board of Public Accountancy

The mission of the Department of Labor and Licensing is to protect the health, safety and welfare of the general public and the wage earners of Arkansas through the administration, enforcement and provision of services related to licensing, permitting, code enforcement, and employment as authorized by Arkansas law.

Position Information

Class Code: X021C

Grade: GS10

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $56,039.00 - $81,257.00

Summary

The Board of Accountancy Investigator is responsible for investigating complaints and allegations concerning certified public accountants, accounting firms, and public accountants. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Investigates all complaints reported to the Board of Accountancy regarding accountants and accounting firms. Responds to all requests for information concerning accountancy law and board rules from staff and public. Determines criteria for reinstatement of lapsed or revoked accountant certificates. Prepares supporting documentation for disciplinary hearings. Prepares reports for compliance committee regarding on-going complaints. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state accountancy laws and regulations. Knowledge of investigative techniques. Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and materials. Ability to record, compile, and present evidence. Ability to research, interpret, and apply state and federal laws and departmental policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in accounting, or a related field; plus one year of experience in accounting. Must be CPA eligible: 150 semester credit hours including 30 hours of upper level accounting courses and 30 hours of business coures, one year of experience in accounting, and actively pursuing sitting for the CPA exam. 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

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.