Thursday, July 9, 2015

Performance Auditor

Location:

Nevada Legislative Counsel Bureau, Audit Division; Carson City, Nevada

Description:

This position involves conducting and/or assisting on performance audits of Nevada state government. Performance audits provide objective analyses of agency operations to improve effectiveness, economy and efficiency, or internal controls. Initially, this position will function as an assistant under the direction of an in-charge auditor. With experience, this position will serve as the in-charge auditor on performance audits responsible for all phases of the audit, and may include supervising staff. The in-charge auditor works under the guidance of an audit supervisor. For additional information on the audit division, visit the Division website at www.leg.state.nv.us/audit.

Qualifications:

The candidate must be a CPA; or have a Master's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field.

Applicants should also have:

  • strong analytical abilities and be proficient in both oral and written communications.
  • tact, persuasiveness, and ability to work with other (essential).
  • experience in performance or financial audits
  • knowledge of auditing standards and techniques (strongly desirable).

Salary and Benefits:

The starting salary for this position is approximately $59,000 annually (Grade 41) under the employee-employer paid retirement option. An increase in salary can be expected as auditors gain performance audit experience. The position has state retirement and health insurance benefits.

An explanation of the retirement options and information regarding state retirement benefits may be accessed at www.nvpers.org. A description of the current health benefits available to all employees may be accessed at www.pebp.state.nv.us/all_plan_benefits.htm. Other optional benefits are available, including a deferred compensation program.

Working Conditions:

The position is located in Carson City, Nevada. Travel throughout the state may be required periodically. A flexible work schedule is available in most cases, including a four-day work schedule.


Application Process:

Applicants must submit the following no later than July 24, 2015:

  1. Legislative Counsel Bureau Employment Application, available at the Legislative Counsel Bureau or at http://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/CareerOpenings/Postings/LCB/LCBEmploymentApplication.pdf
  2. Letter of interest describing qualifications
  3. Current resume, including three references
The above information may be mailed or e-mailed to:

Legislative Counsel Bureau, Administrative Division
Attn: Ken Kruse, Human Resources/Accounting
401 S. Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701-4747

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

Direct Inquiries to Rocky Cooper or Jane Bailey at (775) 684-6815.

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