Introduction Auditor Salary Range: $78,790.40 - $106,433.60 Annually
Sr. Auditor Salary Range: $91,208.00 - $123,198.40 Annually
Anticipated starting salary may be up to mid-point depending on candidate's experience and internal equity.
About the Position: Conducts complex, comprehensive financial, compliance, information systems, and/or performance audits of City divisions, departments, programs, units, or businesses having contracts with the City. This work involves planning audit procedures;
evaluating internal controls; collecting, evaluating, and interpreting relevant data and records; performing complex data analyses; conducting interviews; observing operations; assessing alternatives for improvement; and writing clear and convincing reports. The responsibilities are carried out both through collaborating in teams and performing individual
assignments.
The City Auditor's Office primarily conducts performance audits under Government Auditing Standards. Candidates for Senior Auditor should have relevant experience in conducting performance and/or operational audits. The successful candidate also demonstrates strong critical thinking and analytical skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal and communication skills.
This position may be filled as an Auditor, with the opportunity for promotion into the Senior Auditor position based on qualifications and job performance. The minimum requirements for both positions are listed below in the Minimum Qualifications section.
In order to be considered for this position, the department requests that you attach a cover letter to your application. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Sr. Auditor: - Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution.
- Four years of full-time professional experience as an internal auditor or in a closely related field conducting financial, compliance, information systems, and/or performance audits.
- A Master's Degree in job-related field may substitute for one year of required professional experience.
- Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
- Preferred: Degree with major coursework in a job-related field.
Auditor: - Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution.
- One year experience conducting financial, compliance, information systems, and/or performance audits, or related analysis.
- Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
- A Master's Degree may substitute for one year of related experience.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements- Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
- Preferred Certifications:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or other closely related certification.
- Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/services assignment.
Essential Functions Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:
- Plans, organizes, and conducts complex audits, reviews, investigations, and special projects as assigned.
- Studies, analyzes, and reaches sound conclusions from interviews, records, data, observations, and other audit procedures.
- Communicates effectively to obtain information and assist audited areas in understanding audit results and recommendations.
- Prepares concise, comprehensive, well-organized working papers and written reports to accurately and effectively communicate audit work, conclusions, and any recommendations.
- Collaborates with the City Auditor and audit team members to evaluate audit risks, evaluate controls, and design audit programs to satisfy the audit objectives in accordance with professional auditing standards.
- Manages and tracks time to accomplish the audit program; conducts and evaluates adequacy of the designed fieldwork; and continually communicates with supervisor, team members, and the auditee.
- Leads, counsels, and provides on-the-job training for internal auditor staff assigned to assist in the completion of work.
- Drives to other locations to perform/complete audits and for trainings.
Work Environment/Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work is generally performed in an office environment, which may include options for working remotely as necessary.
- Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, telephone, calculator, copier requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand and eye movement.
- Travel to/from meetings or training at various locations.
- Safely operate a motor vehicle.
- Lift up to 30 pounds.
Benefits Highlights: The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
- City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide
- Pet Insurance
- Bilingual pay compensation
Please visit the Benefits Information page for more information. Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible.
DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:
- Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
- Drug Screen
- Criminal Background screening
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.
PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Closing Date/Time: 9/2/2024 11:59 PM Arizona
