Internal Control Analyst I​/II; Sr​/Sr

Position Overview

Accounting for Wise Spending and Ensuring Every Dollar Counts in the Department of Budget and Fiscal Services, Internal Control Division, is seeking an analyst to conduct audits, reviews, investigations, and special projects that strengthen accountability across City operations. The analyst will analyse financial and operational processes, evaluate internal controls, identify risks, and develop practical recommendations to safeguard public resources and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• One vacancy will be filled at either the Internal Control Analyst I or II level.

Independently conduct a variety of audits and technical studies involving the review, analysis, development, implementation and improvement of accounting and internal control systems.

Regularly performs the most difficult and complex audits and technical studies involving City‑wide fiscal operations and the development of standardization of accounting and internal control systems.

• Prepare detailed reports with findings and recommendations from audits, reviews, and investigations.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to management through written reports and discussion with City management.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend improvements to City grant accounting, financial reporting, and internal control systems.
• Investigate and report on financial irregularities, alleged fraud, waste, abuse, and other areas of noncompliance involving internal controls.
• Conduct State and Federally required audits of State or Federally funded activities and evaluate compliance with applicable requirements.
• Assist in evaluating the financial feasibility and requirements of major new projects and special reviews.

Excellent employment benefits include generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more.

Equivalent to graduation from a regionally‑accredited college or university with major work in accounting, business administration or a related field.

Education must be completed by the time of application. Non‑U.S. degrees must be comparable to a U.S. accredited degree. Foreign credential evaluation must be provided.

Level I: Three (3) years of professional accounting work experience, one (1) year of which involved the development and maintenance of an accounting system.

Level II: Four (4) years of professional accounting work experience, two (2) years of which involved the maintenance of an accounting system.

A Master’s degree in Accounting from a regionally‑accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one year of general professional accounting experience.

Substitutions must be met at the time of application.

• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and internal control systems
• Knowledge of audit techniques, financial analysis, and risk assessment
• Ability to analyze information, identify issues, and develop practical solutions
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and present findings effectively
• Ability to interpret laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to financial and fiscal operations
• Ability to build a collaborative working relationship with management and stakeholders

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Your application will be screened for each respective Internal Control Analyst level. If you qualify for one or more levels, your name will be eligible for consideration at the qualifying level for the current vacancy and future openings. Screening is based on education, experience, and other job‑related information. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in rejection or lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification.

False or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination with the City and County of Honolulu.