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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania

Audit Manager

Remote$78,925 - $119,844/yrPosted 1 week ago

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Location
Pennsylvania
Work type
Remote
Compensation
$78,925 - $119,844/yr
Posted
1 week ago
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About this role

About the Department

As a current member of the Department of Transportation, you already know the impact that strong financial oversight has on our mission. Stepping into the Audit Manager role allows you to lead important programs that help strengthen transparency and accountability across the agency. This position gives you the chance to apply your experience in a broader way while shaping statewide financial practices. Take the next step in your career by guiding work that supports effective public service.


Position Duties

This position assists municipalities in administering liquid fuels funds by providing leadership and oversight for financial consulting programs that support accurate reporting, compliance, and statewide monitoring activities within the agency. As an Audit Manager, you will perform the following duties:

  • Program Oversight: Manage liquid fuels training, monitoring, and consulting activities to support proper fund use across local governments
  • Audit Leadership: Guide the audit review and resolution process to ensure findings are addressed and corrective actions are completed
  • Compliance Evaluation: Assess municipal and county fund utilization for adherence to regulations and established procedures
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal staff, state agencies, and local officials to resolve issues and support program goals
  • Information Management: Direct updates to systems, reports, and documentation to maintain accurate and accessible financial data
  • Regulatory Guidance: Interpret and communicate laws, policies, and financial procedures for staff, leadership, and external partners

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

  • This position is home headquartered. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. 

  • 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.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • One year experience as an Audit Specialist Supervisor, Auditor Supervisor, or Audit Specialist 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 
  • Three years of auditing experience and four years of accounting and/or additional auditing work including or supplemented by one year of supervisory accounting or account auditing experience; and fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting; or 
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting, and three years of auditing experience including or supplemented by one year supervisory accounting or accounting auditing experience.


Other Requirements:

  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.


How to Apply:

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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. 
  • All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.


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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.


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.

Other Qualifications

  • 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/test once for this posting.
  • Your results will be provided via email.

Benefits

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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 visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

Supplemental Questions

01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Audit Specialist Supervisor, Auditor Supervisor, or Audit Specialist 3 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 experience must also 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
Do you possess one or more years of full-time supervisory financial accounting or supervisory financial accounting auditing experience?
  • Yes
  • No
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 experience must also 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
Have you completed 15 or more 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 visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

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
06
Do you possess three or more years of full-time financial auditing experience?
  • Yes
  • No
07
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 experience must also 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.
08
Have you completed a master's degree in accounting, finance, or a 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 visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

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 previous question, please provide your CPA license number in the text box below. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.
11
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. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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 our FAQ page.
  • Yes
12
Definitions Supervisor: includes responsibilities such as assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training subordinates or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work, providing discipline, monitoring and approving leave, and performing the full range of supervisory duties. Lead Worker: involves providing guidance to other staff on specific projects or assignments, including providing guidance and direction in techniques used in performing work.

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – Data Analysis Supervises the analysis of audit data to arrive at conclusions related to internal controls or identifying risk or trends. Proposes revisions to conclusions if necessary.

Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience as a SUPERVISOR in the analysis of audit data to arrive at conclusions related to internal controls or identifying risk or trends; and proposing revisions to conclusions if necessary.
  • B. I have experience as a LEAD WORKER in assisting audit staff who are analyzing audit data to arrive at conclusions related to internal controls or identifying risk or trends; and proposing revisions to conclusions if necessary.
  • C. I have experience analyzing audit data to arrive at conclusions related to internal controls or identifying risk or trends.
  • D. I have successfully completed college coursework related to statistics, data analysis, or computer science, etc.
  • E. 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.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
  2. Details regarding your experience as a supervisor or lead worker in audit data analysis
  3. Examples of the types of revisions to conclusions you proposed
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.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours
15
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – Audits Supervises the development, implementation, and evaluation of audit programs, procedures, guidelines, and manuals; and ensures completion of audit-related activities in accordance with auditing standards.

Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience as a SUPERVISOR in the development, implementation, and evaluation of audit programs, procedures, guidelines, and manuals; and ensuring completion of audit-related activities in accordance with auditing standards.
  • B. I have experience as a LEAD WORKER in assisting audit staff in development, implementation, and evaluation of audit programs, procedures, guidelines, and manuals; and ensuring completion of audit-related activities in accordance with auditing standards.
  • C. I have experience completing audit-related activities in accordance with auditing standards.
  • D. I have successfully completed college level coursework related to principles of auditing, governmental auditing, internal auditing, or operations auditing, etc.
  • E. 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.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
  2. Details regarding your experience as a supervisor or lead worker in the development, implementation, and evaluation of audit programs
17
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.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours
18
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – Research and Documents Supervises the research of records and files for criteria and other information used in audit-related activities. Assists in identifying sources and determines relevance to the research.

Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience as a SUPERVISOR in the research of records and files for criteria and other information used in audit-related activities; and assisting in identifying sources and determining relevance to the research.
  • B. I have experience as a LEAD WORKER in assisting audit staff who are researching records and files for criteria and other information used in audit-related activities; and assisting in identifying sources and determining relevance to the research.
  • C. I have experience researching records and files for criteria and other information used in audit-related activities.
  • D. I have successfully completed college coursework related to research methods, or research analysis, etc.
  • E. 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.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
  2. Details regarding your experience as a supervisor or lead worker in the research of records and files
  3. Details regarding your experience assisting others in identifying criteria sources and determining relevance to the research
20
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.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours
21
WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – Written Communication and Reporting Supervises the completion of audit-related reports including recommendations for corrective action. Suggests edits and changes; and approves documents.

Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience as a SUPERVISOR in the completion of audit-related reports including recommendations for corrective action; and suggesting edits and changes and approving documents.
  • B. I have experience as a LEAD WORKER in assisting audit staff who are completing audit-related reports including recommendations for corrective action; and suggesting edits and changes. I DO NOT have experience approving documents.
  • C. I have experience completing audit-related reports including recommendations for corrective action.
  • D. I have successfully completed college-level courses related to technical writing, or report writing, etc.
  • E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
22
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.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
  2. Details regarding your experience as a supervisor or lead worker in completion of audit-related reports
  3. Examples of the types of edits and changes you suggest
  4. Examples of the types of documents you approved
23
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.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Agency Information

EmployerCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov
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