Auditor 1, (SG-18), Auditor Trainee 2 (SG-16), Auditor Trainee 1 (SG-14)(NYHELPS) Item# 07368

Auditors perform systematic examinations and appraisals of the accounting records and financial affairs of various organizations and operations to ensure compliance with laws, rules, regulations, and contracts; determine the ability of the organization to conduct its programs efficiently and effectively; and evaluate internal controls and practices. Employees will need to apply professional accounting and auditing standards and principles.

Work with various Retirement Services' managers and employers to complete audits by performing various tests, reviews, reconciliations and evaluations of automated and manual records to ensure that retirement data is accurate, complete and reliable. Evaluate internal controls for efficiency and effectiveness and identify weaknesses and make recommendations for improvement. Research query results for potential fraud and next steps.

Minimum Qualifications

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Civil Service examinations are not required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program.

Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under NY HELPS Program:

For appointment to Auditor Trainee 1 (equated to SG-14) you must have:

• A bachelor's or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation; OR
• A bachelor's or higher degree with 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses.*

*Note that courses such as business law, economics, statistics, and most finance courses, although taken as part of an accounting curriculum, cannot be counted toward the 24 semester credit hours.

For appointment to Auditor Trainee 2 (equated to SG-16) you must have:

• All requirements for appointment to Auditor Trainee 1; AND
• One year of professional experience in accounting/auditing or financial internal or field auditing, where you were responsible for the full range of activities in the design and/or review, analysis and management of accounting systems, resulting in the preparation of, or recommendations on, financial statements in accord with generally accepted accounting principles.

OR

• A master’s or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation.

For appointment to Auditor 1 (full journey level, SG-18) you must have:

• All requirements for appointment to Auditor Trainee 1; AND
• Two years of professional experience in accounting/auditing or financial internal or field auditing, where you were responsible for the full range of activities in the design and/or review, analysis and management of accounting systems, resulting in the preparation of, or recommendations on, financial statements in accord with generally accepted accounting principles.

OR

• A master's or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation; AND
• One year of professional experience in accounting/auditing or financial internal or field auditing, where you were responsible for the full range of activities in the design and/or review, analysis and management of accounting systems, resulting in the preparation of, or recommendations on, financial statements in accord with generally accepted accounting principles.

OR

• A currently valid Certified Public Accountant license and registration issued by New York State.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications:

You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program (see below), or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

To be eligible for a 70.1 transfer, an individual must have one year of permanent competitive service in a qualifying title; AND a bachelor’s or higher degree including 24 semester credit hours in accounting and/or auditing.

To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)

Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.

Depending on qualifications, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year traineeship that leads to the full level grade 18 position.

55b/55c Program Appointment:

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)

Traineeship Salary Information:

The position may be filled at the Auditor Trainee 1 equated to SG-14 ($56183), Auditor Trainee 2 equated to SG-16 ($62694), or full performance Auditor 1 SG-18 ($69964) based on the candidate’s education, experience, and previous state service. Salary is nonnegotiable.

Candidates hired at the trainee level will be advanced to the full performance Auditor 1 SG-18 following successful completion of the traineeship.