Auditor

Auditor Position

We have openings in Tallahassee, Boynton Beach, DeLand, Gainesville, Fort Myers, Lakeland, Marianna, Miami, Orlando, Port St. Lucie, and Tampa. An Auditor performs responsible professional work in conducting financial audits, operational audits, performance audits, and other engagements at State agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units. Applicants with professional experience may be considered for a higher-level position.

Assists in conducting financial audits, operational audits, performance audits, or other engagements at State agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units, including, but not limited to, the review and evaluation of accounting systems and internal controls, the analysis and reconciliation of accounts, journals and ledgers, the performing of necessary testing and other related procedures.

Assists in the compilation of general statistical data.

Determines extent of compliance with applicable law, established policies, plans, and procedures.

Assists in the preparation of reports recommending improvements in accounting methods, information systems, program operations, and internal and other management controls.

Prepares recommendations for reporting suggested changes to statutory and budgetary requirements.

Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge of accounting, auditing, and other relevant professional standards

Knowledge of research techniques

Knowledge of laws, regulations, and other administrative requirements

Skill in the use of a personal computer

Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing

Ability to handle confidential information

Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques

Ability to effectively interview individuals and organize the information obtained to reflect the logical progression of procedures performed and conclusions reached

Ability to work well as a team member

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to work within deadlines

Ability to deal tactfully, courteously, and professionally with auditees

Ability to maintain objectivity

Ability to make sound judgments and decisions

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting and 30 semester or 45 quarter hours in excess of those required for a 4-year baccalaureate degree, meeting the educational requirements of the Florida State Board of Accountancy for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (one year of relevant professional experience may be substituted for the hours in excess of those required for a 4-year baccalaureate degree if application was made prior to August 2, 1983, to the Florida State Board of Accountancy for taking the Certified Public Accountant's examination);

or possession of a CPA certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy. The minimum salary for Auditor, the entry level classification, is $52,008. There is a $4,752 annual area differential for official headquarters assignments in Miami-Dade and Palm Beach Counties and a $1,776 annual area differential for official headquarters assignments in Lee, Sarasota, Hillsborough, Orange, and St Lucie Counties.

Individuals possessing a Certified Public Accountant certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy or qualifying work experience may be employed at above the entry level.

All employees can join a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan or, depending upon county of residence or official headquarters, a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plan. Full-time employees pay a small monthly cost for individual or family coverage. Part-time employees pay the employee cost plus a prorated share of the employer cost. All employees can join a dental insurance plan that provides individual or family coverage at no cost to full-time employees.

Part-time employees pay a prorated share of the premium. All employees are eligible for straight term life insurance, with an accidental death and dismemberment benefit. All employees will have an automatic basic life insurance benefit of $25,000. This benefit is provided at no cost to full-time employees. Part-time employees pay a prorated share of the premium. Group Long Term Disability Insurance is available at no cost to all employees who are employed a minimum of 25 hours per week.

Available supplemental insurance plans include cancer, intensive care, accident, disability, vision, dental, and hospitalization coverage.

Full-time employees earn annual leave based on creditable service:

• Up to 5 years 11 hours per month (16.5 workdays per year)
• 5 to 10 years 13 hours per month (19.5 workdays per year)
• Over 10 years 15 hours per month (22.5 workdays per year)

Part-time employees earn a prorated amount of annual leave based on the number of hours worked per month. Unused annual leave balances, not to exceed 60…