Field Examiner

Overview

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering opportunities across 60+ agencies. The state provides competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. You can make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

The Indiana State Board of Accounts is dedicated to providing the citizens of the State of Indiana with complete confidence in the integrity and financial accountability of state and local government. The Board is committed to providing the legislature and other interested parties with accurate and reliable information. For more than 100 years, the Board has held government officials accountable to constituents for financial reporting and following Indiana Code when making decisions related to taxpayer dollars.

Field Examiners audit government institutions, determine compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and report on the financial condition of the institutions. This role serves the Northeastern Indiana region. Field Examiners work on-site at the engagement location within their assigned district. Residency in the assigned area is preferred. A valid driver s license is required.

• Design and perform audit procedures to examine assigned government units.
• Serve as lead auditor on audit teams, including oversight and coordination of the work of other team members.
• Prepare reports detailing audit findings on financial position and compliance.
• Perform audits of federal funds received by governmental units.
• Research statutes, local ordinances, and authoritative standards in preparation of audits; consult with personnel of participating organizations to determine the adequacy of recording.
• Ensure proper accounting and management policies are followed by elected and appointed public officials.
• May serve as lead auditor on special projects such as election recounts as needed.
• Assist, advise, and instruct elected and appointed public officials regarding statutory requirements, accounting applications, management practices, and agency audit positions.
• Communicate, verbally and in writing, with various stakeholders in response to auditing concerns and audit results.
• Provide on-the-job instruction and supervisory support to agency staff.

The job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Other duties may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours required to complete essential functions. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Must attend required continuing professional education annually to stay current with changes in statutes and accounting theories and principles.
• Thorough knowledge of governmental and generally accepted accounting and auditing standards.
• Ability to interpret, analyze, and record data and fiscal information to reach logical conclusions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to modify and/or design the audit plan procedures based on review of the control structure at the audit site.
• Ability to study and evaluate financial and managerial control structures for manual and computer systems.
• Effective communication, both orally and in writing.

A degree is not required. However, at least 5+ years of accounting experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

• Three (3) medical plan options (including prescription coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program:
  Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• Health savings account, with bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to a 401(k)) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• A comprehensive program of leave policies, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
• 12 paid holidays (14 in election years).
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral Bonus program.
• Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
• Qualified employer for the Public…