Audit Supervisor

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AUDIT SUPERVISOR

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT ADOT EMPLOYEES ONLY

Job Location:

Address: OFFICE OF AUDIT AND ANALYSIS
1655 W JACKSON ST, PHOENIX, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Anticipated Salary: $92,238 

Grade: 24

Closing Date: 01/29/2025

Job Summary:

Audit Supervisor 1 - AUN04604
Working under general supervision of an Auditing Manager or equivalent, the supervisor is responsible for the overall audit program they supervise. Reviews the quality of audit work performed by auditors to ensure the work was performed in accordance with auditing standards and audit manuals. Responsible for mentoring and training auditors to ensure professional development of all staff. The position of supervisor is one of experience, independent auditing, quality assurance, problem solving, staff development, and resource allocation. Identifies office/job problems and provides timely and constructive solutions. Participates in training and staff development, audit and staff scheduling, audit quality control, recruiting and hiring, performance evaluation, job management and audit work. Facilitates audit job meetings to discuss audit progress, adequacy of scope, and audit issues. Supervises auditors at various levels. Note: Positions will be assigned based on the experience and qualifications listed below. Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and demonstration of competency for all job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level. Occasional travel required (Up to 10%).

Audit Supervisor II - AUN04604
Working under general supervision of an Auditing Manager or equivalent, the supervisor is responsible for the overall audit program they supervise. The supervisor is responsible for reviewing the quality of audit work performed by auditors to ensure the work was performed in accordance with auditing standards and the audit manuals. The supervisor is responsible for mentoring and training auditors to ensure professional development of all staff. The position of supervisor is one of experience, independent auditing, quality assurance, problem solving, staff development, and resource allocation. The supervisor plays a critical role by identifying office/job problems and providing timely and constructive solutions. Supervisor participates in training and staff development, and audit and staff scheduling, audit quality control, recruiting and hiring, performance evaluation, job management and audit work. Supervisor facilitates audit job meetings to discuss audit progress, adequacy of scope, and audit issues. Will supervise auditors at various levels. Note: Positions will be assigned based on the experience and qualifications listed below. Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and demonstration of competency for all job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level. Occasional travel required (Up to 10%).

Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture. Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they foster an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.

This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (Two (2) days per week in the office/hoteling).

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Audit Supervisor 1 - AUN04604
Reviews work papers and audit reports to ensure findings are comprehensive, objective, consistent, and supported by the audit work and meets the audit requirements. Reviews work papers to ensure each audit finding is appropriately supported by audit work and that audit work that was performed in accordance with the audit manual and standards.

Direct and mentor auditors in their work group through performance plans, annual evaluations, verbal comments, coaching note comments and responses to staff questions by suggesting new and innovative techniques in audit procedures to improve the efficiency of the auditor, share their knowledge of advanced level audit skills and techniques with peers and lower level staff through meetings, work-paper reviews, responses to staff questions, training and mentoring. This position trains staff in a more efficient way of doing things.

Reviews audit progress to identify when an audit is not progressing as planned through discussion with the staff, progress reports, observation, and make appropriate decisions, and take the necessary steps to correct the situation. This position must provide guidance and assist the auditor in charge to ensure timely completion of the audit.

Ensures audit are performed in accordance with appropriate audit standards through staff. Responsible for the accuracy and authenticity of the audit data collected, the quality and reasonableness of recommendations made. Coordinates between audits to minimize duplication of efforts and enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness of A&A.

Manages their position of the annual Audit Plan through inquiries, experience, compliance requirements and departmental needs. Defend why audits were selected. Able to prioritize the audits and be able to distinguish between audits that "must" be done and other audits that could be cut if resources are not available.

Reviews each audit recommendation, ensure recommendations being made on an audit are appropriate, reasonable, specific to the audit issue, and supported by facts using understanding of state, federal laws and regulations. Ensures audit reports are comprehensive, objective, and supported by the audit work.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Audit Supervisor II - AUN04604
Direct and mentor auditors in their work group through performance plans, annual evaluations, verbal comments, coaching note comments and responses to staff questions by suggesting new and innovative techniques in audit procedures to improve efficiency of the auditor, share their knowledge of advanced level audit skills and techniques with peers and lower level staff through meetings, work-paper reviews, responses to staff questions, training and mentoring. This position trains staff in more efficient ways of doing things.

Reviews work papers and audit reports to ensure findings are comprehensive, objective, consistent, and supported by the audit work and meets the audit requirements. Reviews work papers to ensure each audit finding is appropriately supported by audit work and that audit work that was performed in accordance with the audit manual and standards.

Reviews audit progress to identify when an audit is not progressing as planned through discussion with staff, progress reports, observation, and make appropriate decisions and take the necessary steps to correct the situation. This position must provide guidance and assist the auditor in charge to ensure timely completion of the audit.

Ensures audits are performed in accordance with appropriate audit standards through staff. Responsible for the accuracy and authenticity of the audit data collected, the quality and reasonableness of recommendations made. Coordinates between audits to minimize duplication of efforts and enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness of A&A.

Manages their position of the annual Audit Plan through inquiries, experience, compliance requirements and departmental needs. Defend why audits were selected. Able to prioritize the audits and be able to distinguish between audits that "must" be done and other audits that could be cut if resources are not available.

Verifies compliance with appropriate standards, develops criteria and supervise audit procedures. Assists in the implementation of audit policy and changes in audit standards. Ability to step in and perform second level reviews when the audit manager is out of office.

Reviews each audit recommendation, ensure recommendations being made on an audit are appropriate, reasonable, specific to the audit issue, and supported by facts using understanding of state, federal laws and regulations. Ensures audit reports are comprehensive, objective and supported by the audit work.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge:
- Auditing accounting and auditing methods and system; of general auditing standards and procedures.
- Computer technology principles, terminology and programming. Google Workspace.
- Federal regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes, applicable agency manuals, and policies and procedures.

Skill:
- Accurately analyze and interpret data.
- Communicate effectively and train others.

Ability:
- Compose clear and concise audit reports.
- Accurately complete and assemble audit working papers.
- Ability to coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles.

Selective Preference(s):

Audit Supervisor I – Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or closely related field plus two years’ experience as an Auditor or closely related field.
Audit Supervisor II – Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or closely related field

Pre-Employment Requirements:

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

Audit Supervisor 1: General business experience in the subject area of the audit function. Minimum of 1 year of related experience. Preferred: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or ability to obtain one within a year.

Audit Supervisor 2: Minimum of two years’ experience and able to demonstrate the ability to accurately, efficiently, independently, and professionally perform all of the tasks required of the “Audit Supervisor 1” role. In addition to those tasks, the scope of duties and tasks to be learned and performed includes: performing quality assurance reviews, implementing changes in audit standards and performing backup duties for the audit manager. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). This position requires at least two years of experience operating as an Audit Supervisor 1 and demonstration of proficiency in all of the quality assurance tasks. In addition, experience in building an agency wide risk assessment, overall audit plan and quality assurance reviews.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us:

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-7279.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 2. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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