Gaming Auditor

About the role

Starting around $43 per hour and under immediate to general supervision, the Gaming Auditor performs regulatory compliance audits and inspections of Tribal gaming activities for the Tribal Gaming Commission.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive audits of all Tribal gaming operations in accordance with the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), the Tribal Minimum Internal Control Standards (TMICS), the Tribal/State Compact, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable regulatory guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Uses a variety of auditing techniques including observation and interviewing employees involved in operation being audited; performing sample examinations and tests of documents using statistical sampling techniques; analyzing a games performance using a variety of analytical review techniques and reconciling specific accounts.
• Aids and coordinates with other divisions in the performance of special investigations relating to audit or accounting concerns.
• Assesses Tribal gaming operations for proper managerial oversight and effectiveness of the internal controls.
• Reviews, interprets, evaluates and documents processes, policies, and procedures to determine Tribal gaming operations compliance with the current regulations.
• Prepares audit file, reports and documentation in accordance with GAAS and Audit department standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Articulates and presents findings and recommendations to management, Tribal gaming operations, and other interested parties.
• Maintains knowledge of current industry trends, technology, and developments surrounding audit, accounting, and gaming regulations.

Requirements

• Required: Graduation from an accredited two-year community college in accounting, finance, information technology, or business administration AND at least four (4) years of regulatory auditing experience; OR, Graduation from an accredited 4-year college in accounting, finance, information technology, or business administration AND at least two (2) years of regulatory auditing experience; OR, Graduation from an accredited two-year community college or a four-year college with a degree in accounting, finance, information technology, or business administration, along with certification as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Special Requirements

• Incumbents must be able to pass a background investigation; be at least 21 years of age; meet the criteria for a gaming license and pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Skilled in Operating a personal computer, Spreadsheet applications and other applicable software, Analytical and critical thinking, Time-management, Attention to detail to review large amounts of data, The use of proper English and grammar, Knowledge of Specialized terminology relative to position assignments, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Auditing regulatory guidelines, Ability to Effectively communicate both orally and in writing, Learn numerical analysis, Follow oral and written instructions, Research in order to find all related information needed, Maintain confidentiality of sensitive matters, Follow through and meet deadlines, Take initiative and self-motivate, Solve complex problems, Adapt to frequent interruptions and changes in workload demand.

Working Conditions

• The employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Employees will be exposed to a smoking environment in the gaming areas during observations.
• Performance of certain observations will require modification of employee’s normal work schedule.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
• A valid Washington State driver’s license is required at the time of appointment or at a time set by the Tribe.