Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. DescriptionConducts background investigations, research, and analysis to reasonably assess the integrity and responsibility of applicants seeking to do business with Metro in order to determine risk to the agency.
Examples of Duties- Examines and confirms information submitted by applicants seeking to do business with Metro by conducting background investigations through commercial databases, such as Lexis Advanced, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), California Contractors State License Board (CSLB), and System for Award Management (SAM), indicating their ability to perform on Metro contracts
- Verifies licensing as well as compliance with corporate registration requirements
- Reviews ethics compliance and small business certifications disclosed on the application
- Prepares financial analysis to determine applicant's financial abilities
- Reviews gathered information and summarizes results of investigation and Z-Score analysis
- Consolidates all information collected and prepares a report summarizing any adverse information
- Presents findings to Contract Administrators, Buyers, and management regarding an applicant's risk exposure to the agency
- Collaborates and maintains rapport with internal and external clients
- Represents Metro in bidder conferences and offers information to attendees on the Metro Pre-Qualification Program
- Collects applications and validation forms received, logs and enters information to the database/system, reviews for completeness, and requests missing information from applicants
- Maintains application/validation files, scans and archives completed applications and validations, and maintains archive logs
- Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out
May be required to perform other related job duties
Minimum QualificationsA combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:
Education- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
Experience- One year of relevant experience performing investigations in a contract/procurement environment; conducting financial, procedural, or operational audits; or performing contract review and administration work; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment
Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements- A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) preferred
- May require overtime, day or overnight trips
Essential KnowledgeKnowledge of(defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)
- Theories, principles and practices of finance, accounting, and auditing
- Financial statements and tax returns
- Preparation of statistic reports for management
- Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing internal audits for a public agency, such as Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards
- Compliance and regulatory requirements, such as Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), California Contractors State License Board (CSLB), and System for Award Management (SAM) requirements
- Investigation principles and techniques
- Principles and practices of government procurement, contract administration, and fraud detection
- Applicable business software applications
Skill in(defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)
- Financial analysis, research, investigation, and fraud detection
- Developing and delivering reports and presentations
- Exercising good judgement when conducting research and draw logical conclusions
- Using Experian and Lexis research databases
- Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions
- Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
- Protecting Metro from unnecessary risk
- Communicating effectively orally and in writing
- Collaborating and influencing
- Operating computers and general office equipment
Ability to(defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)
- Compile and analyze complex data
- Represent Metro as a subject matter expert
- Conduct analysis and make recommendations within time constraints
- Handle highly confidential information
- Think and work independently and as a team
- Determine strategies to achieve the goals of the department and client
- Compile and analyze complex data
- Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and fiscal practices
- Read, write, speak, and understand English
Special ConditionsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions- Typical office situation
- Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen
Physical Effort Required- Sitting at a desk or table
- Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
- Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions
- Communicating through speech in the English language required
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Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program . Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.
Selection Procedure Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application Procedure To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro location:
METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered. *Open to the public and all Metro employees
This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
Closing Date/Time: 1/13/2025 5:00 PM Pacific