Auditor (Auditor General)

Date:  Mar 22, 2024
Location: 

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 ORANGE PARK, FL, US, 32073 DELRAY BEACH, FL, US, 33445 TAMPA, FL, US, 33607 DELAND, FL, US, 32720 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33813 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33907 MIAMI, FL, US, 33155 MARIANNA, FL, US, 32446 MAITLAND, FL, US, 32751 PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL, US, 34987 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32606 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32025 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32504 SARASOTA, FL, US, 34240


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Requisition No: 628921 

Agency: Florida Legislature

Working Title: Auditor (Auditor General)

Position Number: 99999 

Salary:  $52,008 

Posting Closing Date: 06/28/2024 

 

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General Summary

 

An Auditor performs responsible professional work in conducting financial audits, operational audits, performance audits, and other engagements at State agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units.  Applicants with professional experience may be considered for a higher-level position.  Individuals possessing a Certified Public Accountant certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy or qualifying work experience may be employed at above the entry level. 

 

Examples of Work Performed

 

  • Assists in conducting financial audits, operational audits, performance audits, or other engagements at State agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units, including, but not limited to, the review and evaluation of accounting systems and internal controls, the analysis and reconciliation of accounts, journals and ledgers, the performing of necessary testing and other related procedures.
  • Assists in the compilation of general statistical data.
  • Determines extent of compliance with applicable law, established policies, plans, and procedures.
  • Assists in the preparation of reports recommending improvements in accounting methods, information systems, program operations, and internal and other management controls.
  • Prepares recommendations for reporting suggested changes to statutory and budgetary requirements.Performs other related duties as required.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

  • Knowledge of accounting, auditing, and other relevant professional standards
  • Knowledge of research techniques
  • Knowledge of laws, regulations, and other administrative requirements
  • Skill in the use of a personal computer
  • Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data
  • Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
  • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
  • Ability to handle confidential information
  • Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
  • Ability to effectively interview individuals and organize the information obtained to reflect the logical progression of procedures performed and conclusions reached
  • Ability to work well as a team member
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Ability to work within deadlines
  • Ability to deal tactfully, courteously, and professionally with auditees
  • Ability to maintain objectivity
  • Ability to make sound judgements and decisions

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting and 30 semester or 45 quarter hours in excess of those required for a 4-year baccalaureate degree, meeting the educational requirements of the Florida State Board of Accountancy for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (one year of relevant professional experience may be substituted for the hours in excess of those required for a 4-year baccalaureate degree if application was made prior to August 2, 1983, to the Florida State Board of Accountancy for taking the Certified Public Accountant’s examination); or


Possession of a CPA certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy.

 

Salary

 

The minimum salary for Auditor, the entry level classification, is $52,008.  There is a $2,520 annual area differential for Miami-Dade and Palm Beach county official headquarters assignments.
The Auditor General offers a competitive benefits package.

 

Submission of Application

 

Please visit the Careers Page on the Auditor General's Web site to view other Auditor positions and to download an application.

www.FLAuditor.gov

 

 

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The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.


Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee