Senior Auditor Office of Inspector General

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Finance or related field

Experience

• Must have a minimum of four (4) years of government auditing or public accounting experience

Certification/Licensure

• N/A

Preferred

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor CIA, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Medical Group:

Ability to satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this job. Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this job either with or without reasonable accommodation(s).

Job Summary/Duties:

The Senior Auditor is assigned to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and performs audit and program evaluation work in accordance with the standards and procedures in the OIG Audit Manual and in the Government Accountability Office publication entitled "Government Auditing Standards" (i.e., the Yellow Book). The incumbent participates in pre-audit planning, verification of survey information, audit program preparation, and reporting. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for the verification of an audit segment or issue including the preparation of detailed summaries, draft findings, and participation in writing the final report. The Senior Auditor also assists in planning the scope and objectives of assignment and assists in resolving problems that are encountered. The work is reviewed for consistency in support of findings and recommendations. The incumbent may mentor junior auditors.

Essential Functions

• Serves as a member of a team responsible for conducting reviews of Washington Metropolitan Area Transportation Authority (WMATA)'s activities, which normally cover broad and complex problem areas. May serve as the auditor-in-charge. The function provides an appraisal of the degree of management effectiveness, operating efficiency, and economy with which the mission of WMATA is being met, and recommends improvements where needed.
• Reviews of the management and statistical data systems to ascertain the reliability and usefulness. This review determines whether they are constructed on sound principles, are functioning adequately, and are being used effectively to benefit management.
• Prepares work papers and ensures documentation is in accordance with OIG policies and procedures and professional audit standards as established by GAO's Yellow Book, in order to accurately support and document the results of analysis and the findings of the audit and to ensure quality work is performed.
• Formulates written reports that are factual, objective, and conform to GAO and OIG professional standards. This ensures that the results of the audit are presented in a clear and convincing manner.
• Maintains effective relationships when representing the Office of Inspector General by exemplifying the highest professional standards of conduct.
• Assists the audit manager with evaluating responses from WMATA management and provides recommendations of appropriate action by OIG on each agency response, in order to determine whether WMATA has compiled with OIG recommendations.
• Works effectively as a team member to make valuable contributions for the success of the team.

Other Functions

The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview