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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Audit Specialist 2 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4477558 THE POSITION Are you a detail-oriented individual who would enjoy a fast paced, independent work environment in which you can utilize your impressive analytical and accounting skills? If so, the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Child Support Enforcement (BCSE) is looking for motivated Audit Specialist 2s to join their dynamic team of professionals. Seize this exciting opportunity for advancement and apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Audit Specialist 2, you will perform developmental, analytical, evaluative, and administrative duties in support of the BCSE. You will be responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating state Title IV-D Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Program Objectives, financial and audit policy, procedures, and operations to ensure compliance with federal Title IV-D Program requirements and improve county Domestic Relations Sections performance. Maintaining a current knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and federal and state laws, rules, and regulations is essential.
Within this role, you will be responsible for providing ongoing administrative and program support to an Audit Specialist 3 and providing technical assistance, training, and guidance to local county agencies regarding federal financial accounting. You will develop and deliver training to local county agencies and BCSE staff on new and revised fiscal policies and procedures, in addition to investigating and responding to questions and problems related to federal fiscal spending.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as an Audit Specialist 1; or Two years of professional auditing experience and a bachelor's degree including or supplemented by eighteen [18] credits in accounting and auditing; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training which included the required eighteen [18] credits in accounting and auditing.
Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointm nt to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.