Audits Manager -61146154/ 61166700 /61166701
Job details
- Location
- Richland County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $67,728 - $121,890/yr
- Posted
- 6 days ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
The Division of Procurement Services is seeking an Audits Manager I to serve as a senior-level advisor and manager in the Office of Audit and Certification. Under general supervision, this position manages procurement audits, supervises audit staff, and evaluates state agencies, colleges, universities, technical colleges, and applicable public school districts for compliance with the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code and Regulations or an approved School District Procurement Code. The Audits Manager I assists the Audit and Certification Director in developing procurement certification recommendations for presentation to the State Fiscal Accountability Authority.
Essential Job Duties
- Lead, assign, and review the work of audit staff; establish performance expectations; provide coaching and professional development; conduct performance evaluations; and manage staffing, workloads, schedules, attendance, and leave in accordance with agency policies.
- Serve as Auditor-in-Charge for assigned audits of complex procurement systems, including planning engagements, identifying risks and objectives, allocating resources, and directing audit fieldwork.
- Evaluate internal controls and procurement activities of state agencies, higher education institutions, technical colleges, and applicable school districts for compliance with procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Review audit workpapers and reports, develop audit findings, and communicate results and recommendations to agency management to improve compliance, efficiency, and procurement operations.
- Apply advanced knowledge of the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code and Regulations, procurement office practices, and SCEIS to assess procurement activities and identify compliance issues.
- Confer with agency officials regarding procurement requirements and Chief Procurement Officer policies and procedures to identify effective and legally compliant solutions to procurement issues.
- This position will require some travel.
- Assist the Audit and Certification Director in developing agency procurement certification recommendations for presentation to the State Fiscal Accountability Authority and implementing office goals and objectives.
- Conduct specialized audits, complex procurement reviews, and sensitive investigations as directed by the Audit and Certification Director.
- Perform other audit-related duties and special projects as assigned.
Position Duties
A bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or insurance and experience in professional-level accounting, auditing, or financial management.
Experience in leading and managing audit teams.Minimum Qualifications
- Advanced knowledge of governmental auditing standards and practices.
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and direct audit assignments and supervise audit staff.
- Considerable knowledge of federal and state procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel and information systems practices.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) credential preferred.
Other Qualifications
The state Fiscal Accountability Authority offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and Children.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Applicants must complete an application online. A resume may be included but will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of an incomplete application. Also, supplemental questions are considered a part of your application and must be completed.
Benefits
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Agency Information
EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency State Fiscal Accountability Authority Address 1333 Main Street, Suite 601Columbia, South Carolina, 29201 Phone803-737-0508