Senior Staff Auditor

Position Type:

Administrative and Central Office

Office Title/Functional Title:

Senior Staff Auditor, BERS - 22606

Civil Service Title:

Administrative Retirement Benefits Specialist

Level:

G1

Division/Office:

Board of Education Retirement System

Borough:

Manhattan

Posting End Date:

04/05/2024

This position is in a civil service competitive class that is subject to examination. If you do not already have permanent NYC civil service status as Administrative Retirement Benefits Specialist, you will have to file to take the civil service exam for this title when offered by Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS). Information regarding NYC civil service exams can be found on the DCAS website. This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a program.

Description:

AMENDED

Position Summary: Under supervision, performs professional work in the conduct of complex and detailed financial, operational and management audits including reviews of information technology (IT) systems, applies statistical sampling techniques and analyzes financial and other data. Performs related work.

Reports to: Supervisor of Internal Audit, BERS

Direct Reports: N/A

Key Relationships: Works closely with the staff throughout BERS, NYC and NYS Comptrollers, NYC Retirement Systems, various other City agencies, and Consultants.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex and detailed financial, operational and management audits, including reviews of IT systems, from planning to report writing.
• Evaluates systems of internal control, management and operation for effectiveness and efficiency and make appropriate recommendations in alignment with BERS’ vision and risk appetite.
• Conducts examinations and evaluations of procedures and practices necessary to determine whether objectives are accomplished effectively and efficiently and makes recommendations.
• Conducts meetings with key stakeholders to facilitate audits, including but not limited to entrance and exit conferences, process walkthroughs, etc.
• Communicates with agency officials involved in audits throughout the audit, providing pertinent information such as exceptions, status updates, information requests, etc.
• Writes, reviews, and edits audit reports and recommendations based on audit findings.
• Monitors and reports on the implementation status of corrective action plans.
• Discusses results of audits with agency officials involved in audits, as appropriate.
• Supports the annual risk assessment process, as appropriate.

Qualification Requirements:

Minimum

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 12 credits in mathematics, statistics, accounting and/or actuarial science and four years of satisfactory full-time experience implementing the provisions of a retirement plan involving the use of mathematical, statistical, actuarial or accounting computations, 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising professionals implementing the provisions of a retirement plan involving the use of mathematical, statistical, actuarial or accounting computations; or
2. An associate degree or 60 credits from an accredited college, including or supplemented by 12 credits in mathematics, statistics, accounting and/or actuarial science and six years of satisfactory full-time experience as indicated in “1”; or
3. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have 60 credits from an accredited college, including or supplemented by 12 credits in mathematics, statistics, accounting and/or actuarial science and the 18 months of experience in a supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive capacity as described in “1” above.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of professional audit standards and best practices.
• Professional certification, e.g., Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or Certified Government Auditing Professional.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills, including experience writing and presenting audit reports, business letters, and memoranda.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Consistency in values, principles, and work ethic.
• Displays teamwork, integrity, and critical thinking.
• Ability to work under pressure, take initiative, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand a business process and provide value-added recommendations for improvement.
• Ability to navigate difficult conversations with strong emotional intelligence.
• Institutional knowledge of the operations of the New York City Retirement System.
• Knowledge of RSSL and IRS regulations regarding pensions.
• Familiarity with New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) payroll systems, e.g., PMS, BOE, CHRMS, etc.

Salary: $59,277 - $85,232

(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.

* New York City Residency is NOT Required *

We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-state area to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DOE Non- Discrimination Policy
The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.