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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Auditor 1 in Pennsylvania
Auditor 1
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Auditor 1
Salary
$49,839.00 - $75,795.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-86279-03620
Department
Pennsylvania State Police
Division
SP Firearms Admin Sect
Opening Date
06/24/2024
Closing Date
7/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
03620
Position Number
50694039
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
A4
Pay Group
ST06
Bureau / Division Code
00209431
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Records and Identification / Firearms Administrative Section
Worksite Address
1800 Elmerton Avenue
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17110
Contact Name
PSP Human Resource Civilian Placement
Contact Email
RA-SPSPCIVILPLCMT@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you a numbers person with extensive accounting and auditing experience? Would you enjoy a career where you can put that experience to great use? The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is looking for an Auditor 1 to apply accounting and auditing principals to manage and monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies. This is accomplished through conducting in house and on-site audits. Bring your skillset to the PSP today and discover everything that an exciting career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania can offer you as a valued employee!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
An Auditor 1 provides guidance to Accounting Assistants by reviewing reconciled accounts and related documentation for completeness and accuracy and make final adjustments to accounts where required. You also assist with providing instruction and training to the staff; assist staff with workflow; identify procedural issues and report problems to the audit supervisor; and establish effective and professional working relationships with departmental staff, dealers, and other agencies. In addition, you access and review batch reports for identification of account discrepancies. This includes interpreting legislation, rules, regulations, and policies for staff.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50694039) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
This position is not eligible for telework.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $49,839.00 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Four years of accounting and/or auditing experience; and fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting; or
One year of experience as a Financial Programs Trainee;or
Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which includes fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting and auditing .
Other Requirements:
You must meet thePA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelink (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
You must have the ability to obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass a criminal history and background investigation.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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.
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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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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 visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Financial Programs Trainee 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 experiencemustalso 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
Have you completed 15 semester credits of college coursework 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 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 also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
Yes
No
04
Have you completed 3 semester credits of college coursework in finance?
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 also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
Yes
No
05
Are you currently licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?
Yes
No
06
If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your CPA license number. If you answered "No" to the above question, type N/A in the text box below.
07
Have you completed a bachelor'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 also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
Yes
No
08
How much college coursework have you completed?
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 your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
120 credits or more
90 but less than 120 credits
60 but less than 90 credits
30 but less than 60 credits
Less than 30 credits
None
09
How many years of full-time accounting and/or auditing experience do you possess?
4 years or more
3 but less than 4 years
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
10
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.
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CS-INSTRUCTIONS 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. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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 ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – CONDUCTS AUDITS
Conducts low and medium risk performance and financially related audits. Utilizes data mining techniques such as classification, clustering, and forecasting to identify high-risk transactions and areas where audit resources should be expended. Applies analytical methods to identify patterns, trends, benchmarks, and irregularities. Synthesizes information obtained through analysis to draw conclusions. Analyzes, evaluates, and reports on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls. Makes recommendations for corrective action as necessary.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience utilizing financial data mining techniques such as classification, clustering, and forecasting. I was responsible for applying various analytical methods in order to evaluate and report on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls. I was responsible for making recommendations for corrective action.
B. I have experience utilizing financial data mining techniques such as classification, clustering, and forecasting. I was responsible for applying various analytical methods in order to evaluate and report on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls. Someone else was responsible for making recommendations for corrective action.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing or data analysis.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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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.
The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to utilizing financial data mining techniques to conduct audits.
Your level of responsibility.
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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.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – TRANSACTION TESTING
Performs tests on accounting transactions, corrections, and journal entries to ensure compliance by analyzing various accounting techniques that are used to project and reconcile financial and operational data within established policies and procedures. Recommends modifications to the processing, recording, and classification of transactions and account balances.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience analyzing or testing accounting transactions, corrections, or journal entries in order to ensure compliance. I was responsible for recommending modifications to the processing, recording, or classifications of transactions and account balances.
B. I have experience analyzing or testing accounting transactions, corrections, or journal entries in order to ensure compliance. Someone else was responsible for recommending modifications to the processing, recording, or classifications of transactions and account balances that I tested.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to accounting or business finance.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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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.
The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to testing transactions.
Your level of responsibility.
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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.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – SYSTEM TESTING
Performs system testing to ensure that a uniform and cost-effective system of accounting and financial controls have been designed and implemented and funds and inventories are accounted for. Monitors compliance with established accounting standards and organizational policy. Identifies areas of risk related to the accuracy and completeness of financial transactions, statements, and reports. Recommends procedural changes to eliminate unacceptable risk.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience performing system testing to ensure accountability of funds and inventories. I was responsible for recommending changes to eliminate unacceptable risk.
B. I have experience performing system testing to ensure accountability of funds and inventories. Someone else was responsible for recommending changes to eliminate unacceptable risk.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to information technology.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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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.
The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to testing systems.
Your level of responsibility.
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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.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Authors narrative and statistical reports that convey the findings of audits and audit-related assignments. Reports include information such as results of testing, organizational compliance with rules and regulations, current or potential risk, as well as recommendations for corrective action to identified deficiencies.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience preparing narrative or statistical reports. I was responsible for the final written report that conveyed findings such as results of testing, organizational compliance, current or potential risk, as well as recommendations for corrective action.
B. I have experience preparing narrative or statistical reports. Someone else was responsible for the final written report that conveyed findings such as results of testing, organizational compliance, current or potential risk, as well as recommendations for corrective action.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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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.
The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to preparing written documents.
Your level of responsibility.
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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.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov