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Staff Auditor I-III-Hire Date January 2027
Summary
Job Details - More reasons to love this position - Knowledge and understanding of the organization of Missouri State government, Missouri State Agencies, Missouri County government, and other local governments (e.g., cities, villages, towns) and local government entities (e.g., fire protection districts, ambulance districts, transportation development districts);
- Some or all of the audit process, including audit planning, audit surveying, reviewing of internal controls, following an audit program, interviewing auditee staff, creation and completion of audit workpapers, selecting a sample and performing tests of controls, the supervisory review process, identifying audit concerns, drafting of audit findings, and assisting in the preparation of an audit report draft;
- How to function as part of a team while also working independently to review and analyze information to meet audit objectives and gain an understanding of auditee procedures; and
- How to develop and maintain positive and appropriate professional relationships with fellow staff and auditee personnel.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
In order to be considered for this position, please submit employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts and contact information for three professional references.
Applications will not be considered until all documents have been received.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact: HR@auditor.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.
Responsibilities
- Acquire knowledge of audit processes and resources (audit manual, workpaper manual, audit program, audit objectives, etc.);
- Gather audit evidence by obtaining copies of documents, reports, and ledgers as well as interviewing auditee personnel;
- Prepare audit workpapers by creating Word and Excel documents from information acquired and cross-referencing to auditee supplied documentation;
- Verify the accuracy and completeness of auditee supplied documentation;
- Obtain an understanding of and evaluate internal controls that are significant to the audit objectives;
- Manage multiple priorities on a concurrent basis;
- Identify provisions of laws, regulations, contracts or grant agreements that are significant to the audit objectives;
- Identify possible reportable problems or deficiencies;
- Monitor the progress of assigned audit areas or workpapers to keep supervisor informed of delays and potential problems;
- Communicate questions and concerns to supervisor or other audit staff who can assist;
- Respond to supervisor feedback (review notes) and questions on workpapers or audit areas completed;
- Assist in preparation of audit report draft;
- Participate in and/or conduct meetings with the auditee;
- Obtain Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours as required by Government Auditing Standards and any licenses and certifications held; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Work assignments may require frequent overnight travel and the availability of a vehicle.
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