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Form of workLocation : Fort Lauderdale, FL
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Job Number: 24147A
Department: Professional Standards & Investigations
Opening Date: 02/05/2024
Closing Date: 3/22/2024 4:30 PM Eastern
Minimum Requirements
Nature of Work
Under administrative direction, the purpose of the position is to provide senior management with professional auditing for the purpose of studying and evaluating internal controls and general operations. Employees in this classification are responsible for the comprehensive formal reporting of all findings, and provide recommendations for promoting increased efficiency and effectiveness based on such findings. Position provides assistance in management challenges that indicate the need for application of professional auditing skills. Performs related work as directed.
Essential Functions/Physical Requirements
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Participates in the development of a comprehensive financial, compliance and performance internal audit program for examination of all departments and/or divisions as appropriate.
Plans and/or performs internal audits, to include establishing objectives and goals, collection of audit evidence, and accessing and evaluating reliability and integrity of internal controls.
Audits criteria with respect to data integrity, regulatory and procedural compliance, asset integrity, resource efficiency, and accomplishment of goals and objectives.
Conducts or participates in audits, reviews, investigations and management studies; provides managerial assistance in matters requiring professional audit skills as appropriate.
Prepares formal written report based on findings, to include explanation of audit objectives, scope of examination, methodology and procedures, recommendations, and presentation exhibits.
Submits report findings to senior management for the purpose of allowing for management review and resolution of inaccuracies prior to finalizing audit reports.
Performs follow-up subsequent to completion of internal audits for the purpose of ascertaining status of implementations.
Improves overall efficiency, effectiveness and accountability, and detects and prevents fraud, waste, and abuse.
Maintains effective working relationships with the general public, outside agencies, co-workers, and elected and appointed officials.
While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.
Performs related duties as directed.
Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Work is performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors.
Broward Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Recruitment Information
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.
The Broward Sheriff's Office values the contributions of its certified and civilian employees. The agency's outstanding Benefits Package is one of the ways BSO retains its employees and attracts new personnel to the BSO team.
Here's a sampling of typical employee benefits:
- Medical Insurance: Various plans including HMO, HMO Open Access and POS options with pre-tax premium conversion available. New employees are eligible on the first of the month following the date of hire. Prescription plans are also offered
- Domestic Partner coverage: Medical, dental and vision coverage is offered
- Life Insurance: One times salary for basic life and AD&D at no cost to the employee. Additional voluntary term life and dependent life are also available
- Dental Insurance: Three plans (DHMO, PPO and Indemnity) are available and pre-tax premium conversion is an option
- Line of Duty benefits
- Vision Care Insurance: 100% of the premium for single and family coverage paid for by the Broward Sheriff's Office (in combination with medical insurance election).
- Voluntary Long and Short-Term Disability.
- Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
- Retirement plan under the Florida Retirement System.
- Sick leave, annual leave, holiday leave, bereavement leave, military leave, personal day, bonus days
- Sick leave pool and donated leave program
- 24-hour fitness center
- Employee Assistance Program, on-site and through medical insurance
- Wellness programs including on-site lunch-time seminars and health screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, etc.
- Florida Prepaid College Program payroll deduction program
- On-site insurance representatives for medical, dental and vision programs
- Voluntary Legal aid discount program
- Flu and Hepatitis B vaccines at no charge
The Broward Sheriff's Office is recognized as a Drug-Free Workplace pursuant to Chapter 440, Florida Statues. BSO is committed to providing a safe work environment and to fostering the well-being and health of its employees to preserve a happier, healthier workforce. All BSO employees share the responsibility of maintaining a safe, productive and drug-free work environment. BSO is dedicated to programs that enhance the well-being and health of its employees and the public's safety.
For information on the Drug-Free Awareness Program:
https://www.flsenate.gov/laws/statutes/2011/440.102
https://b.ahca.myflorida.com/MCHQ/Health_Facility_Regulation/Lab_HomeServ/drugs.shtml
http://icms.sheriff.bso/homepages/pages.cfm?fk_tblUsers=63A15D87-F2AC-4973-85A9-64FFEA076F8C&fk_tblPage=95371B80-C2FD-4EB3-A91B-5D55FB4C2F6D
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree (or above) in accounting or finance?
- No
- Yes
02
Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in professional accounting practices that includes accounting, budgeting, auditing, and fiscal analysis, preferably for a moderate to large scale governmental or public institution?
- No
- Yes
03
Do you have a certified "entire" driving history for every state in which you have held driver license within the last 10 years? Please note that the search date must be within one month of the date the online application is submitted. Driving history records must be submitted with the online application.
- No
- Yes
04
Do you possess certifications as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you possess a license as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?
- Yes
- No
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How many years of progressively responsible auditing work experience do you possess?
07
Describe your knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing principles and procedures.
08
Describe your experience developing audit programs and reports.
09
Describe your most recent audit you performed and what your role was. Provide example(s) if available.
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