Auditor

Full Job Description

As an Auditor with the Internal Audits and Evaluations Group, you will conduct and support audits of agency programs and contractors to evaluate compliance, internal controls, and operational effectiveness, while assisting in developing findings and recommendations to improve accountability and program performance.

Audit areas may include programs such as retirement services, healthcare and insurance, financial statements, and other programs administered by the Office of Personnel Management.

Basic Education Requirement: A.

Degree: accounting; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting.

The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. (The term "accounting" means accounting and/or auditing in this standard.

Similarly, "accountant" should be interpreted, generally, as "accountant and/or auditor.") (You must provide college or university transcripts to verify your academic accomplishments.) OR B.

Four years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge with a background that also includes one of the following:(1) Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality.

This can include up to 6 hours in business law; or(2) A certificate as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), obtained through written examination; or(3) Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering of financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful competition of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specialized requirements.

AND In addition to the basic requirement listed above applicants must meet the specialized experience listed below to be considered minimally qualified: For the GS 07 Grade level: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal service (or equivalent) performing ALL of the following: Assisting with audits, reviews, or evaluations of programs, financial records, or organizational operations; AND Collecting and compiling data from a variety of sources to support audit or analytical activities; AND Reviewing documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established policies or procedures; AND Preparing basic audit documentation, summaries, or reports under the guidance of senior staff; AND Communicating information clearly in writing and orally to support team assignments and audit objectives.

For the GS 09 grade level: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service (or equivalent) performing ALL of the following: Assisting with audits, reviews, or evaluations of programs, financial activities, or operations to assess compliance with policies, procedures, or regulations; AND Applying basic auditing, accounting, or analytical principles to review data and identify discrepancies or areas of concern; AND Preparing or contributing to reports, work papers, or documentation that support findings or recommendations; AND Communicating with team members or stakeholders to gather information and support audit or review activities.

Merit promotion applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.

One year at the GS-05 grade level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS 07 grade level.

Merit promotion applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.

One year at the GS-07 grade level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS 09 grade level.

You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:

Assists in conducting audits of OPM programs, contractors, and operations to assess compliance with laws, regulations, and contract provisions.

Evaluates internal controls, efficiency, and effectiveness of programs and operations using established auditing standards.

Collects and analyzes data through observation, interviews, and document reviews to support audit findings.

Prepares audit work papers, documentation, and draft reports summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

Assists in identifying high-risk areas and participates in planning audit assignments. Collaborates with audit team members and communicates with stakeholders to obtain information and clarify issues.

Performs related duties in support of audit activities and professional development.