Auditor II

With limited need for direct supervision, the Auditor II:

1. Applies working knowledge of auditing techniques, Illinois State government, professional auditing standards, and State fiscal practices.
2. Conducts background research of agencies being audited, including examinations of relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.
3. Actively contributes to the audit team, completing assigned duties and communicating with the team leader concerning proper methods to be applied in the audit context.
4. Travels to audit site locations and obtains audit evidence. Performs audit fieldwork which includes visual examination of records and other items and preparation and organization of workpapers showing the results of audit examinations.
5. Conducts interviews of agency staff to elicit relevant factual information.
6. Gathers, interprets, compiles, and analyzes data pertinent to audits performed by the office. Reviews and understands data and other information pertinent to the audit.
7. Drafts preliminary findings and other portions of audit reports.
8. Exercises initiative for self-development by actively seeking increased knowledge of the field of governmental auditing. Participates actively in on-the job training and other training available through the office. May prepare for career movement to Auditor III or an Audit Specialist position.
9. Performs other assigned or required duties.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

-Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in accounting Strong conceptual, reading, communication, comprehension, interpersonal, and analytical skills
- Must be able to work as part of a team, take initiative, and meet deadlines

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

-Master's degree in accounting or meet qualifications to sit for the Certified Public Accountants exam
- Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant
- Coursework in governmental accounting, auditing, fraud detection, and/or information systems

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $49,224.00 - $75,100.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Employees may wear a mask and telecommute per CDC guidelines.

Application Question(s):

• Are you completing (or do you already have) a degree in Accounting?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: One location