RETIREMENT COMPLIANCE AUDITOR - 72003123

Requisition No: 828884 

Agency: Management Services

Working Title: RETIREMENT COMPLIANCE AUDITOR - 72003123

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 72003123 

Salary:  $51,014.60 - $53,656.46 

Posting Closing Date: 05/24/2024 

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Retirement Compliance Auditor

Division of Retirement

State of Florida Department of Management Services

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Division of Retirement:
The mission of the Division of Retirement is to deliver a high quality, innovative, and cost-effective retirement system to Florida Retirement System (FRS) pension plan members and their employers, so FRS members can plan for their financial future. The FRS is the fourth-largest public state retirement system in the nation, one that is comprised of more than one million active and retired employees. We strive to exceed our customer’s expectations by providing accurate and timely information to assist customers in making informed retirement decisions… that’s where you come in!

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Conduct audits of the payroll and personnel records of participating agencies of the Florida Retirement System to determine the accuracy of reports submitted to the department and to assess the degree of compliance with applicable statutes, rules, and coverage agreements.  Specifically, this role will:
 

• Develop assignment scopes, methodologies, and audit programs. 
• Analyze supporting evidence, draw logical conclusions, and develop appropriate findings and recommendations. 
• Prepares thorough, complete and accurate documentation of work performed, oral and written briefings, and assisting audit management in preparing draft reports, final reports, and summary letters
• Travel statewide to perform on-site audits

Independently conduct follow-ups to ascertain proper action is taken on reported findings of the Office of the Inspector General. Such follow-ups require verifications of the current status of responses from auditees and communication of results with the Inspector General and Division of Retirement Management. Conduct special reviews of the Florida Retirement System and review the agency’s operations concerning retirement and social security coverage.

Maintain proficiency by continuing education through membership and participation in professional societies; attendance at conferences, seminars, college courses, and in-house training programs; or participation in research projects.

The Difference You Will Make:
You will be an integral part of the retirement team by helping to fulfill the division’s mission of conducting compliance audits of payroll and personnel records of agencies participating the Florida Retirement System.

How You Will Grow:
DMS encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. Our four pillars are expectations for all our workforce, and you will be expected to model these as a leader. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly. You will enjoy your ability to grow in this position and Department.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck! Our staff enjoys top tier benefit offerings including comprehensive health coverage, annual and sick leave benefits, and retirement plan options, including the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan.  To learn what the State can offer you and your family, please visit the MyBenefits website.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Some knowledge of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountant’s Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, United States Government Accountability Office’s Government Auditing Standards, Institute of Internal Auditor’s Professional Practices Framework and Standards, the Association of Inspectors’ General Principles and Standards for Offices of Inspector General, and the Information Systems Audit and Control Association’s Standards
• Ability to understand, interpret and appropriately apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally an in writing to express facts and ideas in a succinct and organized manner and make clear and convincing oral presentations
• Ability to analyze problems using sound reasoning to identify alternative solutions and distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments based upon objectives, identify problems and opportunities, monitor progress, and accomplish goals
• Ability to learn and develop an understanding of complex organizational and financial processes and systems
• Ability to establish and maintain a professional and effective working relationship with others by listening and facilitating open exchange of ideas
• Experience with Microsoft Office products
• DMS values: Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six years of professional experience in the area of auditing, fiscal work, or statistics. A postsecondary degree may be used as an alternative for years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• A minimum of one year of experience in a retirement program at the Florida Division of Retirement or a minimum of one year experience auditing in an Office of Inspector General.
• This position may require travel.

Our Organization and Mission:
Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis and DMS’ Executive Leadership Team, the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency with a broad portfolio that includes the efficient use and management of real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, fleet, and federal property assistance programs used throughout Florida’s state government. It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its motto, “We serve those who serve Florida.”

Special Notes:
DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce.  Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following provided email addresses:
DMS.Ability@dms.myflorida.com
DMS.Veterans@dms.myflorida.com
An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DMS Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 488-2707. DMS requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.