Tax Auditor jobs at Pennsylvania State Treasurer

If you have professional auditing experience, are interested in working on high-risk engagements, and want to use your skills to help ensure that taxpayer dollars are being spent as intended, we want to hear from you! As an Audit Specialist 3, you will serve the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by conducting financial and performance audits, attestation engagements, and professional non-audit services of organizations with the Bureau of Audits, Special Audit Services Division. We are the Commonwealth's primary internal audit organization. Apply now to provide value-added services and ensure accountability across the Commonwealth with our team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will plan and perform a variety of audit engagements and will work directly with auditees to obtain information needed to satisfy audit objectives. Our team will rely on you to lead a variety of audits, engagements, and reviews in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards. Responsibilities include developing risk assessments based on audit objectives; interpreting agreements, contracts, policies, legislation, rules, and regulations; developing audit programs and objectives; conducting audit testing in accordance with the audit program; preparing and reviewing audit findings and recommendations; and conducting interviews and entrance and exit conferences with auditees. You will be expected to adhere to all office policies, Commonwealth directives, the Code of Conduct, and work toward achievement of Office of Comptroller Operations and Bureau of Audits strategic plan objectives. Work also involves developing testing procedures in accordance with the audit program; preparing professional audit workpapers; developing questions in order to gain an understanding of the auditee's policies and procedures; and preparing professional final reports, including audit findings and recommendations. Your demonstrated audit experience will be essential for exercising professional judgment regarding risk assessment, audit sample selections, materiality, and the disposition of exceptions noted during the conduct of assignments. Find a home for your talents and advance your career with us! Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: * Full-time employment * Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. * Alternate Work Schedules (AWS) available upon completion of probationary period. * Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time with occasional in-office days when work dictates such requirements. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. * Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. * You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: * One year as an Audit Specialist 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or * Three years of professional auditing experience and a bachelor's degree including or supplemented by eighteen [18] credits in accounting and auditing; or * Any equivalent combination of experience and training which included the required eighteen [18] credits in accounting and auditing. Other Requirements: * This particular position also requires you to possess two years of demonstrated experience in any one of the following areas: * Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) * Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards * Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Standards * American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Standards * Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book)/COSO * Note: Any combination of experience equaling two years in the above areas is acceptable. * You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. * You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: * Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). * If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. * Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. * Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: * Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to ************************************************ and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): * 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION * Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). * Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. * Your score is valid for this specific posting only. * You must provide complete and accurate information or: * your score may be lower than deserved. * you may be disqualified. * You may only apply/test once for this posting. * Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit ********************* and click on the benefits box. * Eligibility rules apply. 01 Selective Certification: Do you possess two or more years of combined full-time experience within the following areas? -Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) -Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards -Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Standards -American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Standards -Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book)/COSO NOTE: ANY COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE EQUALING 2 YEARS IN THE ABOVE AREAS IS ACCEPTABLE. * Yes * No 02 If you indicated YES to the question above, please describe the details of the experience you possess. Please be sure to address the items listed below in your response. The claimed experience must also be provided within the experience section of your application. If you indicated NO to the question above, type N/A in the box below. * The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience * The specific duties you performed related to your experience with the following areas: -Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) -Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards -Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Standards -American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Standards -Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book)/COSO * Your level of responsibility 03 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Audit Specialist 2 for one or more years full-time? * Yes * No 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 How many years of full-time professional auditing experience do you possess? * 3 years or more * 2 but less than 3 years * 1 but less than 2 years * Less than 1 year * None 06 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 07 Have you completed a bachelor's degree? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting ************* and clicking the Evaluation Services Link. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. * Yes * No 08 Have you completed 18 or more college-level credits in accounting or auditing? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting ************* and clicking the Evaluation Services Link. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. * Yes * No 09 You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page. * Yes 10 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - ANALYTICS Analyzes data to arrive at conclusions related to internal controls, or identifying risk or trends, by utilizing computer assisted audit tools to enter, access, or retrieve necessary financial information. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. * A. I have experience entering, accessing, or retrieving data from computer assisted audit tools to perform reviews of electronic data processing procedures to assess internal controls, identify risk or trends, or arrive at appropriate conclusions. * B. I have experience entering, accessing, or retrieving data from computer assisted audit tools to perform reviews of electronic data processing procedures; however, someone else was responsible for assessing internal controls, identify risk or trends, or arriving at appropriate conclusions. * C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to strategic management, data analysis, information systems, or accounting systems. * D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 11 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. * The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. * Your experience entering, accessing, or retrieving data from computer assisted audit tools to perform reviews of electronic data processing procedures. * Your level of responsibility. 12 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. * College/University * Course Title * Credits/Clock Hours 13 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - CONDUCTS AUDITS Completes audits and related engagements, such as agreed-upon procedures, performance and financial/related audits, special reviews and other various assignments under established criteria including applicable laws, policies, rules, and regulations. Completes audit related engagements, with deference to time budgets, to include the following planning, testing, and reporting duties: selected the procedures and approach best suited to the assignment, performed risk assessments, participated in engagement planning meetings, applied and documented sampling techniques, conducted entrance and exit conferences, and documented testing in professional work papers which support issued report. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. * A. I have experience conducting audit and audit related engagements in accordance with established criteria. I was responsible for completing planning, testing, and reporting duties to ensure the accuracy of the final product. * B. I have experience conducting audit and audit related engagements in accordance with established criteria. I was responsible for completing planning, testing, and reporting duties; however, someone else was responsible for the final product. * C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing. * D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 14 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. * The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. * Your experience conducting audit and audit related engagements in accordance with established criteria. * Your experience completing planning, testing, and reporting duties. * Your level of responsibility. 15 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. * College/University * Course Title * Credits/Clock Hours 16 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - RESEARCH AND DOCUMENTATION Conducts research for any criteria as identified as controlling the activity being audited. Investigates and documents work completed to reach conclusions. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. * A. I have experience researching records and files for various audit related activities. When given a topic, I was responsible for compiling all available documents from a variety of data sources including oral, paper, or electronic and determining relevance to the engagement. * B. I have experience retrieving specifically requested records and files from a source that someone else identified. I was responsible for determining relevance to the engagement. * C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods, research design and analysis, or data collection. * D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 17 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. * The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. * The actual duties you performed related to research and documentation. * Your level of responsibility. 18 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. * College/University * Course Title * Credits/Clock Hours 19 WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORTING Authors reports that convey the findings of audit-related engagements. Reports include information such as results of testing, compliance with rules and regulations, current or potential risk, as well as recommendations for corrective action to identified deficiencies. Reviews reports for completeness, clarity, and substantiation by supporting work papers in order to ensure that the conclusions, findings and recommendations are expressed in a clear, concise, and constructive manner and are consistently appropriate in view of the work performed. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. * A. I have experience preparing audit or audit related reports including documenting discrepancies and audit findings. I was responsible for ensuring the report was substantiated and the conclusions and recommendations are expressed in a clear, concise, and constructive manner. * B. I have experience preparing audit or audit related reports including documenting discrepancies and audit findings. Someone else was responsible for ensuring the report was substantiated and the conclusions and recommendations are expressed in a clear, concise, and constructive manner. * C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism. * D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 20 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. * The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. * Your experience preparing audit or audit related reports including documenting discrepancies and audit findings. * Your level of responsibility. 21 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. * College/University * Course Title * Credits/Clock Hours Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://*********************