Job Specification Details

Audit work for the Agency of Transportation involving the planning, sampling, review and written analysis of Agency compliance with regulations, policies, and established procedures. Provide guidance to AOT Audit Specialist I, as well as oversight and review of his or her work. May serve as project manager for independent auditors contracted to work for AOT. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Transportation Audit Section Chief. This is the second of three levels in this class series.

Performs a variety of audit processes, including internal performance audits, compliance reviews for Financial Operations, and assessments of internal controls. Provides Audit Chief with ad hoc updates as well as official written reports which may be distributed to executive staff. Acts as project manager on complex audits assigned to the section, applying audit objectives developed internally, and per the Standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors and Government Auditing Standards provided by the Comptroller General of the United States. Liaison with external auditors and coordinate external audits. Reviews and analyzes Agency contract cost proposals and amendments of proposals for consistency and compliance. Advises project managers and other Agency personnel on reviewing invoices and the alignment of work authorizations with contract requirements. May participate as a member of Agency standing and ad-hoc committees, as assigned. Develops or assists in the development of procedures and systems to provide internal control for Agency activities. Analyzes contractor and grantee overhead rates for methodology, reasonableness and allowable costs. Provides Agency personnel with critical information on a wide range of topics and conducts research as requested by management. May advise others in the interpretation of sections of Codes of Federal Regulation relating to the use and reporting of federal dollars and related issues.

Work is performed in standard office setting, though occasional travel may be required. Out of state travel may be expected.

Basic knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS) and basic knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS).

Working knowledge of fiscal management principles and practices.

Working knowledge of cost allocation principles and practices.

Thorough understanding of internal controls and the role of internal auditors.

Ability to analyze strengths and weaknesses of internal controls.

Ability to work with relational databases.

Ability to produce complex reports and spreadsheets from multiple information sources.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Associate’s degree or higher in accounting, business management, or related field. 
OR
Two (2) or more years of experience in financial operations, which includes auditing experience.

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
Experience in a government audit role.

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