AUDITOR/ DO

Company: The City of Houston
Location: Houston
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

AUDITOR/ DO



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AUDITOR/ DO



Salary



$1,998.20 - $2,163.00 Biweekly



Location



TX, TX



Job Type



Full Time



Department



Houston Public Works



Job Number



29708



Closing



11/27/2022 11:59 PM Central



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POSITION OVERVIEW



Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED



Section: Director's Office



Reporting Location: 611 Walker St., 23rd fl



Workdays & Hours: Monday- Friday 7:00am- 4:00pm



*Subject to change



DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS



Performs professional audits of departmental/division funds and/or various agency funds for conformance to accounting standards and governmental fiscal practices and procedures and City policies and procedures. Makes oral or written presentations during and at the conclusion of examinations. Selects audit methods to be used, including sample size, depth of analysis required to support findings and conclusions and the extent discrepancies are to be investigated. Examines and reconciles working funds. Verifies cash balances and reconciles bank/budgetary accounts. Prepares audit working papers and provides a report for management containing recommendations for change and/or improvements. Prepares exhibits and supporting documentation for the report. Assists with various projects as requested.



WORKING CONDITIONS



This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.



This is a Department of Houston Public Works position at the Tier 3 Level.



MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS



EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS



Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field such as Finance, with a minimum of 18 hours in accounting.



EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS



One year of professional accounting/auditing experience is required.



LICENSE REQUIREMENTS



None.



PREFERENCES



Preference will be given to those who are proficient in Microsoft applications, specifically those with advanced MS Excel experience.



**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**



GENERAL INFORMATION



SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None



However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.



SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No



If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.



SALARY INFORMATION



Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.



PAY GRADE 17



APPLICATION PROCEDURES



Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.



To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6002.



If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6002 (TTY 7-1-1)



If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.



Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.



All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.



EOE Equal Opportunity Employer



The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.



The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.



Benefits include:



Medical



Dental



Vision



Wellness



Life insurance



Long-term disability



Retirement pension



457 deferred compensation plan



Employee Assistance Program



10 days of vacation each year



10 city holidays, plus one floating holiday



Flexible schedules



Professional development opportunities



Transportation/parking plan



Section 125 pretax deductions



Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan



Healthcare Flexible Spending Account



For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html



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Please select your highest level of education completed.



+ High School Diploma/GED



+ Associate's degree



+ A Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field, with less than 18 hours of Accounting



+ A Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field, with 18 hours of Accounting



02



How many years of experience do you have working in professional accounting or auditing?



+ At least one year



+ 1 years, to less than 2 years



+ 2 years, to less than 3 years



+ 3 or more years



03



Which of the following applications are you proficient? (Check all that apply).



+ Word



+ Excel



+ Sccess



+ Outlook



+ PowerPoint



+ None of the above



04



Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or general discharge under honorable conditions?



+ Yes



+ No



05



Do you have employment gaps in your application? (failing to clarify employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your application).



+ Yes



+ No



Required Question

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