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Focuses on performing business process audits of county agencies in the areas of procurement, accounting & finance, and human resources functions. The audits are performed individually or as a member of a team, and are done to verify compliance with established policy and to verify that an effective system of internal controls is in place. Works under close supervision, utilizing a standard audit process and program to complete audits on a cyclical basis. Responsibilities include handling all parts of these business process internal audits in compliance with Government Auditing Standards. Also follows up on prior audit findings. Uses excellent communications skills in interviewing auditees and providing management with recommendations for improvement - both orally and in writing - to successfully bring about positive changes. Possesses an understanding of auditing processes, as well as knowledge of accounting methods and controls, procurement practices, human resources areas, and the ability to work with a variety of software applications.

Note: The salary offer will not exceed the midpoint (or $77,936.35) of the advertised compensation range.

Illustrative Duties

Participates in developing a work plan for assigned audits or audit segments;
Participates in identifying key controls and in determining audit procedures to be used;
Reviews transactions, documents, records, and reports for accuracy and effectiveness;
Evaluates the adequacy of internal controls and procedures;
Prepares work papers and written summaries of findings and recommendations;
Conducts preliminary discussions of findings with agency personnel;
Performs follow-up audits of department action plans.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of internal audit standards, procedures, techniques, and internal control;
Knowledge of fundamentals of accounting, economics, and finance;
Knowledge of office procedures;
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established deadlines;
Ability to analyze, interpret and evaluate fiscal and accounting data and procedures, and makes recommendations;
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
Ability to use personal computers and common software, i.e., word processing, spreadsheet and flowcharts.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to: graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field, with major course work in accounting, auditing, or finance; plus two years of professional experience in auditing or accounting.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Not applicable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Local or federal government auditing/accounting experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to the position must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check as a condition of hiring and periodically thereafter, as determined by the department head.
Applicants and employees within these select positions must demonstrate financial responsibility in personal finances as a condition of employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is generally sedentary and is performed in a normal office environment; may be required to carry items under 15 pounds in weight. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include a written exercise.

It is the policy of Fairfax County Government to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314 . EEO/AA/TTY.