Title: External Auditor Supervisor (00008)

State Role Title: Auditor II

Hiring Range: $80,000 - $96,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Compensation Board

Location: Compensation Board

Agency Website: https://scb.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The mission of the Compensation Board is to determine a reasonable budget for the participation of the Commonwealth toward the total cost of office operations for Constitutional Officers, and to assist those Officers and their staff through automation, training and other means, to improve efficiencies and to enhance the level of services provided to the citizens of Virginia.

The position manages, plans, and organizes all responsibilities related to the audit and specified reporting functions of the Compensation Board, and conducts audits of data and financial compliance of local corrections facilities. Provides auditing services for the Compensation Board in accordance with standards promulgated by the American Institute of Certified Public Accounts, General Accounting Office and Statements of Auditing Standards. Reviews staff work papers and draft reports to verify accuracy and integrity of audit findings. Prepares reports in accordance with specified guidelines and timeframes. Reviews, evaluates and provides guidance in the preparation of the annual Jail Cost Report prepared by and in conjunction with staff and assists with other report development as needed or directed. Promotes staff development and instructs staff in audit procedures and standards of work paper preparation related to completion of the audits’ programs and guides. This position requires overnight travel and may require approximately 25% of time in day or overnight travel.

Minimum Qualifications

Core responsibilities:

• Extensive knowledge of standard audit techniques, audit report writing, and follow-up.
• Experience in the supervision of staff audit positions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in statistical and judgmental sampling and the use of PC word processing and spreadsheet software packages (e.g., Word, Excel, and Access).
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted governmental accounting and auditing practices and procedures.
• Experience in financial report preparation and the analysis and interpretation of financial data.
• Experience and/or education in accounting, business (with an accounting concentration), or accounting information systems.
• Independent and/or lead auditor experience required.

Additional Considerations

no additional considerations

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (804) 371-7401. Please include your name and the position number of the fax cover sheet. AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

All applicants are subject to a background investigation. The investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks requested by the hiring authority.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact Information

Name: Marjorie McGregor

Phone: 804-338-9034

Email: marjorie.mcgregor@dhrm.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.