Northwest Financial Consultant (Auditor 2) - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania : Job Details
Northwest Financial Consultant (Auditor 2)
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Northwest Financial Consultant (Auditor 2)
Salary
$58,035.00 - $88,235.00 Annually
Location
*Home Headquartered, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-95840-03621
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
TR FM Mncpl Srvs Fscl
Opening Date
10/11/2024
Closing Date
10/24/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
03621
Position Number
00054446
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
A4
Pay Group
ST07
Bureau / Division Code
00083430
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Fiscal Management/Municipal Services Fiscal
Worksite Address
Home Headquartered
Contact Name
RA-PDDOTCENTRALJOBS
Contact Email
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+ Benefits
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THE POSITION
If you possess expertise in specialized program monitoring for internal and external audits, The Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has a thrilling opportunity awaiting you! The Bureau of Fiscal Management is on the lookout for candidates for the Financial Consultant (Auditor 2) role, covering the counties of Erie, Crawford, Warren, McKean, Mercer, Venango, Lawrence, Beaver, Butler, Forest, Clarion, Jefferson, Clearfield, and Elk. This is your chance to embark on a fulfilling new career and utilize your skills in a vibrant and challenging setting. Do not miss out, apply today to seize this opportunity.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will assist and train local Municipalities in the preparation of year-end reports mandated by law, along with other documentation related to Liquid Fuels Tax Funds. You will also perform monitoring reviews and financial consultations by analyzing the financial records of Municipalities to verify the appropriate use of funds designated for specific purposes. Furthermore, you will offer individual and group training sessions on the policies and procedures governing the use and reporting of the Liquid Fuels Tax Fund program, enabling Municipalities to effectively manage their Liquid Fuels Program in accordance with statutory requirements and Department of Transportation guidelines. Additionally, you will collaborate with District Municipal Services staff to address the needs of their assigned Municipal Customers. You will review the submitted year-end reports for accuracy, input data into the online reporting system if not already completed by the municipality, and resolve any issues that may delay a Municipality's payment to ensure timely allocation disbursements.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information:
+ Full-time employment
+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
+ Telework: You will be expected to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office.
+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
+ One year as an Auditor 1; or
+ One year of auditing experience and four years of accounting and/or additional auditing work; and fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting;or
+ Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which includes fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting and one year of auditing experience.
Other Requirements:
+ You must meet the PA residency requirement ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:
+ your score may be lower than deserved.
+ you may be disqualified.
+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
+ Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Auditor 1 for one or more years full-time?
+ Yes
+ No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How many years of full-time auditing experience do you possess?
+ 4 years or more
+ 3 but less than 4 years
+ 2 but less than 3 years
+ 1 but less than 2 years
+ Less than 1 year
+ None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How many years of full-time accounting experience do you possess?
+ 4 years or more
+ 3 but less than 4 years
+ 2 but less than 3 years
+ 1 but less than 2 years
+ Less than 1 year
+ None
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
Have you completed at least 15 college-level credits in accounting? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer Yes to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
+ Yes
+ No
08
Do you possess a master's degree in accounting, finance, or closely related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer Yes to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
+ Yes
+ No
09
Are you currently licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?
+ Yes
+ No
10
If you answered yes to the question above, please provide your CPA license number. If you answered no to the question above, type N/A in the text box below.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which Level of Performance most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The Level of Performance you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the Yes button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
+ Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - CONDUCTS AUDITS
Conducts performance and financially related audits. Determines the accuracy and allowability of financial and other program related data. Ensures accuracy and completeness of financial and program reports. Utilizes data mining techniques such as classification, clustering, and forecasting to identify high-risk transactions and areas where audit resources should be expended. Applies analytical methods to identify patterns, trends, benchmarks, and irregularities. Synthesizes information obtained through analysis to draw conclusions. Analyzes, evaluates, and reports on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls. Makes recommendations for corrective action as necessary.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience utilizing financial data mining techniques such as classification, clustering, and forecasting. I was responsible for applying various analytical methods in order to evaluate and report on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls. I was responsible for making recommendations for corrective action.
+ B. I have experience utilizing financial data mining techniques such as classification, clustering, and forecasting. I was responsible for applying various analytical methods in order to evaluate and report on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls. Someone else was responsible for making recommendations for corrective action.
+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing or data analysis.
+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
13
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
+ Your experience utilizing financial data mining techniques such as classification, clustering, and forecasting.
+ Your experience applying various analytical methods in order to evaluate and report on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls
+ Your experience making recommendations for corrective action.
+ Your level of responsibility.
14
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title
+ Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PROGRAM QUALITY CONTROL
Identifies deficiencies in accounting, areas for cost savings, cost recoveries, and operational improvements. Applies risk management methods focusing on identifying, reducing, and mitigating risks. Develops or recommends the establishment of necessary internal controls to implement revisions in methods and procedures needed to maintain controls.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience determining the reliability and relevance of financial data related to funds and operations by assessing the effectiveness of programs. I was responsible for identifying deficiencies and implementing revisions in methods and procedures needed to maintain controls.
+ B. I have experience determining the reliability and relevance of financial data related to funds and operations by assessing the effectiveness of programs. I was responsible for identifying deficiencies; however, someone else was responsible for implementing revisions in methods and procedures needed to maintain controls.
+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to risk assessment, risk management, or financial forecasting.
+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
16
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
+ Your experience determining the reliability and relevance of financial data related to funds and operations by assessing the effectiveness of programs.
+ Your experience identifying deficiencies,
+ Your experience implementing revisions in methods and procedures needed to maintain controls.
+ Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title
+ Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Authors narrative and statistical reports that convey the findings of audits and audit-related assignments. Reports include information such as results of testing, organizational compliance with rules and regulations, current or potential risk, as well as recommendations for corrective action to identified deficiencies.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience preparing narrative or statistical reports. I was responsible for the final written report that conveyed findings such as results of testing, organizational compliance, current or potential risk, as well as recommendations for corrective action.
+ B. I have experience preparing narrative or statistical reports. Someone else was responsible for the final written report that conveyed findings such as results of testing, organizational compliance, current or potential risk, as well as recommendations for corrective action.
+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism.
+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
19
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
+ Your experience preparing narrative or statistical reports.
+ Your experience making recommendations for corrective action.
+ Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title
+ Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - COMPLIANCE MONITORING
Monitors programs to ensure that submitted reports and other required information is accurate, reliable, and in compliance with financial, program, and other regulations. Oversees and performs monitoring activities such as in-house desk reviews, on-site monitoring visits, and any other method available to ensure compliance. Cites deficiencies and makes recommendations for resolution.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience monitoring entities to ensure that submitted information is accurate, reliable, and follows financial, program, or other regulations. I was responsible for citing deficiencies and making recommendations for resolution.
+ B. I have experience monitoring entities to ensure that submitted information is accurate, reliable, and follows financial, program, or other regulations. I was responsible for citing deficiencies; however, someone else was responsible for making recommendations for resolution.
+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing.
+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
+ Your experience monitoring entities to ensure that submitted information is accurate, reliable, and follows financial, program, or other regulations.
+ Your experience citing deficiencies.
+ Your experience making recommendations for resolution.
+ Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title
+ Credits/Clock Hours
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
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