AUDITOR - FISCAL MONITOR

Introduction The Maryland Department of Aging helps establish Maryland as an attractive location for all older adults through vibrant communities and supportive services that offer the opportunity to live healthy and meaningful lives. Through action, investment, leadership, and reform, the Department will create a society in which all older Marylanders can lead lives that are healthy, financially secure, socially connected, and purposeful throughout their full lifespan. GRADE 18 LOCATION OF POSITION 301 W. Preston Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201 POSITION DUTIES The main purpose of the position is to assist the Chief Financial Officer/Deputy Chief Financial Officer in allocating, controlling, monitoring and accounting for federal and state general funds administered by the Dept. of Aging (MDoA). This position is responsible for conducting finance and compliance, economic and efficiency, and program results audits. In addition, the Internal Auditor Lead conducts similar audits of MDoA's Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) and others as directed and is the primary contact for Office of Legislative Audit requests to MDOA. Position duties include but are not limited to: Auditing/Assessment - Performs annual assessments and financial reviews of federally/state financed sub-grants of MDoA to ensure compliance with federal and State guidelines and standards by conducting on-site reviews, performing audit tests, and preparing written reports of findings. Responds to follow-up requests by CFO/Deputy CFO. Technical Assistance - Provides technical assistance to AAA to enable them to meet State and federal accounting, reporting and budget submission requirements by providing phone consultations, written correspondence and on-site consultation. Payroll Processing - In the role of "Payroll Partner" aid in the processing of an accurate and timely payroll. Special Projects - As assigned by CFO & Deputy CFO. Ensure that assigned special projects are completed by their due dates. Federal and State Reports - Prepares and files required quarterly and annual program financial reports with federal and state agencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: A Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with 30 credit hours in accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by 3 credit hours in auditing. Experience: Four years of experience conducting financial and operational internal audits that include elements for finance and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program results. Notes: 1. Applicants who have met the requirements for admission to the CPA examination prior to July 1, 1974 will be considered to have met the educational requirement referenced above. 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor or a master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience 3. Candidates may substitute one year of professional accounting experience for one year of the required experience. 4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Internal Review classifications or Auditing specialty codes in the Financial or Auditing fields of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications. Two years of government audit experience. Three years of MD State fiscal experience. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties may be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. SELECTION PROCESS Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. EXAMINATION PROCESS The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. BENEFITS STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at or , MD TTY Relay Service . We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

Created: 2024-11-11