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Join the Division of Legislative Audit in Anchorage, Alaska!
Reasons to live in Anchorage
Anchorage is a vibrant city of 290,000 residents surrounded by the country's northernmost national forest. The state's commercial center, Anchorage, is situated along Cook Inlet amid the adventure and beauty of Alaska. The prospects for adventure are everywhere - salmon fishing in town, visiting Portage Glacier, or white-water rafting close by. Take a road or train trip to Prince William Sound or Denali National Park, home to North America's highest peak. Winter weather, comparable to that of ski resorts around the world, offers snowshoeing and snowmobiling, as well as Nordic and alpine skiing. Downtown hosts a 10-day winter carnival, the Anchorage Fur Rendezvous (February), and the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race begins on Fourth Avenue on the first Saturday of March.
The Alaska Native Heritage Center is a renowned cultural center, and museums, theater, and musical opportunities are plentiful. Whether your interests are cultural or adventurous, Anchorage has a multitude of options that appeal to residents and visitors alike.
For more information on Anchorage, visit anchorage.net
General Description
The division offers an exciting opportunity to work with a team of professionals, gain valuable work experience, and develop new skills. Auditors work on teams performing compliance and performance audits of state departments and programs designed to evaluate specific state operations. Travel is estimated to be 0-2 weeks a year.
The Senior Performance Auditor position, under the supervision of an In-Charge Auditor or Audit Manager, plans and performs auditing procedures and techniques on major sections of performance and compliance audits, and supervises Staff Performance Auditors. This position is the mid-level performance audit position. The successful applicant will have supervisory experience and a demonstrated knowledge of audit procedures and principles.
Minimum Annual Salary: $87,900 - $93,953
Examples of Duties
Under the direct supervision of In-Charge Auditor or Audit Manager, performs auditing procedures and techniques on major sections of the performance and compliance audits in accordance with Government Auditing Standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States.
Under supervision of In-Charge Auditor or Audit Manager, assists in preparation of audit reports by drafting findings and appropriate recommendations for improvement that are clear and complete.
Performs entire audits of limited scope under direct supervision of Audit Manager. Responsibilities include planning, testing, and preparing workpapers, and drafting audit reports.
Reviews audit workpapers prepared by subordinate auditors.
Performs all other duties of Staff Performance Auditor in the absence of a Staff Performance Auditor.
Assists in the development of training.
Supervises Staff Performance Auditors
Performs other duties as assigned.
- Ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external contacts, utilizing excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of Government Auditing Standards.
- Knowledge of workpaper best practices.
- Skilled in managing projects.
- Ability to mentor staff and intern auditors.
- Skilled in using relevant software programs, such as Excel and Word, and the ability to learn new software programs.
- Ability to develop audit plans, evaluate accounting operations, and coordinate fieldwork.
- Ability to evaluate business processes, identify risks, and identify controls that should be in place.
- Ability to read, comprehend, and analyze information.
- Ability to research and interpret federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
- Ability to interpret and implement new auditing pronouncements.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
- Ability to lead and work in a team environment and foster a positive work atmosphere.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet frequent deadlines.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- This is a fully exempt job class under Alaska Statute 39.25.110(3).
- Positions in Division of Legislative Audit are required to be politically neutral.
- Class range will depend on experience and qualifications.
- Currently, we are not providing visa employer sponsorships.
An applicant who has either:
Bachelor's degree in the social sciences, math, humanities, auditing, business, or public administration AND at least 2 years of experience in performance auditing, program evaluation, policy analysis, or related experience, OR
Master's degree in the social sciences, math, humanities, business, or public administration and 1 year of experience in the above fields.
AND
Has a minimum GPA of 3.25 from an accredited university or college in a field relevant to this position.
Required Documents
In addition to completing and submitting the Workplace Alaska application, a cover letter and transcripts are all required to be submitted as part of this application package. The cover letter should describe your strengths, education, and experience and how these prepared you to be successful in this position.
Special Instructions For Foreign Education
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Selection Procedure
Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above. The Division's strict selection criteria requires an application package to contain the required information before determining eligibility to interview. If the application package is not complete and/or minimum qualifications have not been met, applicants will not be considered for an interview.
EEO Statement
The Division of Legislative Audit complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation should contact our main office at (907) 465-3830 in Juneau or correspond through email at legaudit@akleg.gov. The Division of Legislative Audit is an equal opportunity employer.
Multiple Vacancies
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
Workplace Alaska Application Questions & Assistance
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area.
Mike Chadwick
Audit Manager
907-269-4686
michael.chadwick@akleg.gov
