Audit Project Lead (Financial Compliance Auditor, Lead)

Company: State of Maryland
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: May 4, 2025

Job Description:

IntroductionThe Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and---career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our---divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of---a diverse population - students, teachers, principals, and other educators---throughout Maryland.GRADE18LOCATION OF POSITIONNancy S. Grasmick Education Building200 W. Baltimore StreetBaltimore, MD 21201---Hybrid work schedule availablePOSITION DUTIESThis position serves as a project lead for thedesign and implementation of complex comprehensive audits involving financial,compliance, economy and efficiency, and performance audits.--- The position will oversee various auditprojects and will assist in the implementation of the Annual Audit plan byconducting audits and reviews of State and Federal programs and activitiesadministered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) in accordancewith professional government auditing standards.--- This position will also lead and participatein special investigations and special projects as directed by the Office of theState Superintendent.---Duties include: Lead and complete financial, compliance, and performance audits of MSDE operations, education programs, local education agencies, MSDE grantees and contractors. Plan audit projects and determine the areas to be audited. Determine procedures, methods, approaches and techniques to implement an approved audit program. Determine the adequacy and efficiency of operations, the sufficiency of internal controls or compliance with applicable laws and policies. Determine compliance with state regulations and provide recommendations for improvements. Lead and perform audit tests. Prepares working papers and ensure that audit objectives were met. Train lower-level staff auditors. Lead lower-level staff auditors in performing a full range of internal and external audits.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation:------ A Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with 30 credit hours in Accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by 3 credit hours in auditing.Experience: Three years of experience performing financial and compliance audits of a State agency, grantee, business or other entity.Notes:1. Applicants who had met the requirements for admission to the CPA examination prior to July 1, 1974 will be considered to have met the educational requirement.2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor or a Master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university---for one year of the required experience.3. Applicants may substitute one year of professional accounting experience for one year of auditing experience only. 4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Internal Review classifications or Auditing specialty codes in the Financial or Auditing fields of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPreference will be given toapplicants---who possess the following preferredqualification(s).---Include clear and specific information on yourapplication regarding---your qualifications.--- Experience performing audits of government agencies or programs. Knowledge of State laws, State fiscal operations and Financial Management Systems. Experience performing multiple audits or projects simultaneously.LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONSEmployees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties may be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Applicants must consent to a State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency. Travel throughout the State to include overnight stays may be required.SELECTION PROCESSPlease make sure that you provide sufficientinformation on your application to show that you meet the qualifications forthis recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must besubmitted by the closing date. The resulting list of eligible candidates willbe in effect for at least one year.BENEFITSSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS---FURTHER INSTRUCTIONSIt is preferred that applicants complete the MDState Government online---application for employment. The application mustclearly demonstrate that---the applicant meets the minimum qualificationsfor the position. If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can beobtained---from the link below and mailed to MSDE Office---of HumanResources, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If there---is asupplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with---yourpaper application, if you are unable to apply online.All application materials must be received inour office by the closing---date. Postmarks will not be accepted.Applications must be complete to be---considered including all related jobduties, even if those are also listed---on an attached resume. Additionalrequired materials may be uploaded with the online application or mailed tothe---address listed.Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, TDD410-333-3045. Appropriate---accommodations can be made for individuals withdisabilities.If you have difficulty with your user account orhave general questions---about this online application system, pleasecontact the MD Department of---Budget and Management, Recruitment andExamination Division at---410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.Proof of eligibility to work is required incompliance with the Immigration---Reform and Control Act. Anymisrepresentation of academic or experience---requirements for this positionmay result in non-selection or termination---of employment.As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland iscommitted to recruiting,---retaining, and promoting employees who arereflective of the State's---diversity. People with disabilities andbilingual candidates are encouraged---to apply.We thank our Veterans for their service to ourcountry.
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