Field Examiner

About the role

The Indiana State Board of Accounts is dedicated to providing the citizens of the State of Indiana with complete confidence in the integrity and financial accountability of state and local government. The Indiana State Board of Accounts is committed to providing the legislature and other interested parties with accurate and reliable information, and the key factors in achieving this commitment are the competency and professionalism of our staff.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform necessary audit procedures to examine assigned government units.
• Serve as lead auditor on audit teams including taking responsibility for oversight and coordination of the work of other team members.
• Prepare reports detailing audit findings on financial position and compliance.
• Perform audits of federal funds received by governmental units.
• Research statutes, local ordinances, and authoritative standards in preparation of audits.
• Consult with personnel of participating organizations to determine the adequacy of recording.
• Ensure proper accounting and management policies are followed by elected and appointed public officials.
• May serve as lead auditor on special projects such as election recounts as needed.
• Assist, advise, and instruct elected and appointed public officials regarding statutory requirements, accounting applications, management practices and agency audit positions.
• Communicate, verbally and in writing, with various stakeholders in response to specific auditing concerns and audit results.
• Provide on-the-job instruction & supervisory support to agency staff.

Requirements

A valid driver's license is required. Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following: Must attend required continuing professional education annually to keep abreast of changes in statutes and accounting theories and principles. Thorough knowledge of all governmental and generally accepted accounting and auditing standards. Ability to interpret, analyze and record data and fiscal information to reach logical conclusions. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to modify and/or design the audit plan procedures as a result of the review of the control structure at the audit site. Ability to study and evaluate financial and managerial control structures for both manual and computer systems. Effectively communicate both orally and in writing. A degree is not required. However, at least 5+ years of accounting experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Must attend required continuing professional education annually to keep abreast of changes in statutes and accounting theories and principles. Thorough knowledge of all governmental and generally accepted accounting and auditing standards. Ability to interpret, analyze and record data and fiscal information to reach logical conclusions. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to modify and/or design the audit plan procedures as a result of the review of the control structure at the audit site. Ability to study and evaluate financial and managerial control structures for both manual and computer systems. Effectively communicate both orally and in writing. A degree is not required. However, at least 5+ years of accounting experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Must attend required continuing professional education annually to keep abreast of changes in statutes and accounting theories and principles. Thorough knowledge of all governmental and generally accepted accounting and auditing standards. Ability to interpret, analyze and record data and fiscal information to reach logical conclusions. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to modify and/or design the audit plan procedures as a result of the review of the control structure at the audit site. Ability to study and evaluate financial and managerial control structures for both manual and computer systems. Effectively communicate both orally and in writing. A degree is not required. However, at least 5+ years of accounting experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

A Day In The Life The essential elements of the job duties: Design and perform necessary audit procedures to examine assigned government units. Serve as lead auditor on audit teams including taking responsibility for oversight and coordination of the work of other team members. Prepare reports detailing audit findings on financial position and compliance. Perform audits of federal funds received by governmental units. Research statutes, local ordinances, and authoritative standards in preparation of audits Consult with personnel of participating organizations to determine the adequacy of recording. Ensure proper accounting and management policies are followed by elected and appointed public officials. May serve as lead auditor on special projects such as election recounts as needed. Assist, advise, and instruct elected and appointed public officials regarding statutory requirements, accounting applications, management practices and agency audit positions. Communicate, verbally and in writing, with various stakeholders in response to specific auditing concerns and audit results. Provide on-the-job instruction & supervisory support to agency staff.

Pay

This position starts at an annual salary of $53,222 with the opportunity for adjustment based on the relevant experience and skill sets. The agency utilizes three examiner-level classifications based on acquired competencies and demonstrated skill sets. The salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience. Most new hires begin as Level 3 Examiners and progress to Level 1 based on competencies and acquired skills. Field Examiner 3 is an entry-level role with assignments that align with current skill sets. Field Examiner 2 requires three to four years of audit experience and will be assigned to more complicated audits. Field Examiner 1 is a senior-level auditor with five or more years of experience and a broad knowledge base. They audit large institutions that have complex units.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional travel to different locations within the assigned district. Field Examiners work on-site at the engagement location within their assigned district. Residency in the assigned area is preferred.