AUDITOR

This position is for a AUDITOR GS-0511 (career ladder GS-7/9/11/12) PD# T5422P01/T5148P02/T5147P01/T5145P01 in the Nevada Army National Guard Internal Review office. You will train with and assist senior Internal Review (IR) auditors-agents of the United States Property and Fiscal Officer-to conduct performance, compliance, and financial audits that improve readiness, accountability, and stewardship of federal funds across Nevada Army National Guard programs.

Major duties

• Serves as an auditor in the Internal Review office, performing reviews, studies, and internal examinations of accounting and operational functions, and assisting higher-graded auditors with full-scale, more complex audits. At the GS-7/9 (developmental) levels, the incumbent works closely with senior auditors, receiving mentoring and on-the-job training in Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), internal controls, and DoD/Army/Army National Guard policies. Examines processes, documents, and reports to determine whether performance has been in accordance with accounting principles, operating procedures, and applicable regulations. Observes operating practices, reviews reports from internal and external sources, evaluates findings, and recommends areas and types of corrective or improvement actions. Assists in developing formal audit reports and recommendations for submission to the United States Property and Fiscal Officer. Attends in-briefs with management officials, performs survey work to identify potential operating problems, prepares lead sheets to identify potential weaknesses in internal controls, and documents results in accordance with Comptroller General Standards and DoD, Army, Air Force, and Army National Guard policies. Drafts findings identifying causative situations and recommends corrective action; participates in discussions of findings with activity personnel; explains results; and performs follow-up on agreed-to findings and recommendations. At higher grades, particularly GS-11 (journey) and GS-12 (senior), the incumbent independently plans and conducts complete audit assignments, designs audit procedures, analyzes financial and operational data, and develops findings and recommendations. As experience is gained, auditors present results to management officials and, when appropriate, senior leaders. Senior auditors lead more complex audits, provide technical input on internal control and risk topics, coordinate with multiple directorates, and may oversee small audit teams and follow-up activities. Internal Review auditors in the Nevada Army National Guard conduct independent, professional performance and compliance audits across a wide range of programs (financial management, logistics, training support, construction, and other activities). The work is analytical and varied, involving review of business and operational information, evaluation of internal controls, and development of practical recommendations to improve how money and resources are managed across the state. Auditors travel around Nevada to conduct reviews, participate in in-briefs and exit conferences, and provide objective feedback to help managers and leaders strengthen their programs. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Education requirement is based upon the qualification standards for the specific position and is stated under the heading "EDUCATION". Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific in describing your experience. EACH APPLICANT MUST FULLY SUBSTANTIATE (IN THEIR OWN WORDS) THAT THEY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW; OTHERWISE, THE APPLICANT WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION. DO NOT COPY FROM THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION OR YOU MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess: A. Degree: auditing; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration or accounting. OR B. Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing, or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional auditing knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following: A certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor or a Certified Public Accountant, obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting, e.g., 15 semester hours. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: (GS-07 through GS-12) Do you possess 1-year equivalent specialized experience to at least the next lower grade level; before being eligible for the next grade level must have fundamental working experiences with a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the audit occupational series and grade. Grade levels and selection: This vacancy is announced at GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, and GS-12, with promotion potential to GS-12. Selection may be made at any grade level (GS-7 through GS-12) based on the candidate's qualifications and agency needs. Career ladder and development: - GS-7/9 (developmental): Work closely with senior auditors; receive mentoring and training in GAGAS, internal controls, and DoD/Army/ANG financial management; assist with audit planning, fieldwork, and report drafting. - GS-11 (journey): Independently plan and conduct complete audit assignments; design audit procedures; analyze financial and operational data; develop findings and recommendations; brief management officials and participate in exit conferences. - GS-12 (senior): Lead more complex audits; provide technical input on internal control and risk; coordinate with multiple directorates; and may oversee small audit teams and follow-up efforts. Promotion is based on time-in-grade, demonstrated performance, and completion of required training and development.

Education

Education may be substituted for specialized experience. There is no specific education requirement for this position. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Training/Educational claims. To receive credit for Training/Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Training/Education requirements for this position.