Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the

TitleAuditor 1 (Municipal), SG-18, Auditor Trainee 2 (Municipal), equated to SG-16, Auditor Trainee 1 (Municipal), equated to SG-14, Item # 04340

Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of the New York State Comptroller

110 State Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12182

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Do you want a career with a purpose that provides work/life balance? Apply today to join the Office of the New York State Comptroller.

No exam required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program:

Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NY HELPS Program:
For appointment to an Auditor Trainee 1 (Municipal), you must have:
• A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 24 undergraduate or graduate semester credit hours in accounting and/or auditing.

For appointment to an Auditor Trainee 2 (Municipal), you must have:
• A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 24 undergraduate or graduate credit hours in accounting and/or auditing and one year of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.

For appointment to an Auditor 1 (Municipal), you must have:
• A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 24 undergraduate or graduate credit hours in accounting and/or auditing and two years of professional accounting

A master's or doctoral degree in accounting, business administration, business management, criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics may substitute for one year of qualifying experience.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Transfer:
For 70.1 transfer to an Auditor 1 (Municipal), salary grade (SG)-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-16 or above. SG-12 or above for a Trainee 1, SG-14 or above for a Trainee 2, depending on qualifications.

If approved for transfer appointment, you must also meet the special requirement below:
• 24 credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation.

To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)

Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.

Depending on qualifications, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year traineeship that leads to the full level SG-18 position.

55-b/c:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)

Duties Description Analyzing, evaluating and reporting on local government fiscal health
• Evaluate the status and trends of the financial condition of local governments for individual units and overall, by reviewing financial statements, budgets and other financial disclosure materials, and through the compilation and analysis of statistical data pertaining to and influencing municipal financial outcomes.
o Work directly with local governments to examine and analyze financial reports and the data therein submitted by local governments, with such analysis informed by data from other sources, as available, including independent financial reports, audits and other third-party reports, and other financial material.
o Prioritize and perform reviews and analyses to meet deadlines, to provide timely and accurate analysis for internal and external consumers of the Division’s work products.
• Identify and report on other emerging trends that may have implications for the fiscal condition of local governments.
• Create written summaries of analysis and issues, enhanced with tables and charts.
• Effectively communicate to:
o Present policies, priorities, issues and concerns in a constructive way.
o Represent and promote the Division through presentations, team membership, consultation and other communication methods.
• Based on analysis and comparison of financial statements, budgets and other municipal data, provide information and identify areas where local governments may improve financial operations.
• Evaluate and communicate risks for potential areas of audit or review.

Provide Training and Technical Assistance
• Provide technical assistance to local officials, staff and others related to the preparation of annual financial reports, local government financial condition and fiscal stress
• Gain knowledge of accounting and auditing standards, Division policies and guidelines, accounting systems, financial analysis methods, opinions and laws and emerging issues and provide guidance and technical assistance to local officials, staff and others. All technical assistance should be appropriately documented and provided in a professional manner.
• Prepare and present training to internal and external stakeholders in person or through a virtual platform as assigned.

Respond to Data and Other Requests
• Respond to and manage requests for local government financial information from
both internal and external customers.
• Consult with data customers about their data requests and identify the right product (s) to meet their needs. Also, respond to customers questions concerning the concepts and meanings of the data provided.
• Execute routine and other non-routine requests from management.

Additional Comments Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to think independently
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal skills
• Strong knowledge of local government operations and municipal finance
• Strong leadership skills
• Knowledge and use of technology
• Ability to handle multiple and competing priorities
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude

Telecommuting:
The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.

Reasonable Accommodation:
The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment:
The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Brittany Pebler

Telephone 518)-474-1924

Fax (518)-486-6723

Email Address Jobs@osc.ny.gov

Address

Street Office of the New York State Comptroller, Division of Human Resources

110 State Street, 12th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12236

 

Notes on ApplyingSubmit a clear, concise cover letter and resume to https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/openings/auditor-1-trainees-municipal/102430 , no later than November 27, 2024.

Unofficial transcripts and/or templates will be required for certain positions. To access this job vacancy,
copy the link above and paste it into your web browser. Documents must be sent as unlocked and
accessible attachments.

Reference Item #04340-BEP on your cover letter for proper routing.

If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:
Division contact: Jennifer Haviland, JHaviland@osc.ny.gov