TASK FORCE: Accounting Services, Internal Audit, and Single Audit

UNIT: Internal Audit

JOB TITLE: Two (2) Internal Auditors (Analyst / Senior Analyst)

CONTROL CODE: AIA-23-02


SUMMARY:

The Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is the City government’s chief financial agency. OMB’s staff of analysts and experts assemble and oversee the Mayor’s expense and capital budgets, which fund the services and activities of approximately 90 City agencies and entities.
The Accounting Services, Internal Audit, and Single Audit Task Force comprises the Accounting Services Unit, the Internal Audit Unit, and the Single Audit Unit. The Task Force is responsible for monitoring, interpreting, and applying accounting principles to the City budget, the oversight of the City’s Single Audit, as well as performing internal audits of OMB grant programs and administrative functions. In addition, this task force works in conjunction with the City Comptroller’s Office and the Mayor’s Office of Operations to coordinate the annual audits of the City’s financial statements and Federal programs.
The Internal Audit Unit is responsible for executing audits of OMB’s administrative functions and OMB’s Federal and State grants, including Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and Department of Homeland Security funds. The Internal Audit Unit improves OMB through its grant oversight operations and evaluations of internal OMB policies and procedures related to payroll, human resources, administrative services, and information technology.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The duties of the position include the following activities:

- Report to the Director of Internal Audit and work with other Staff Internal Auditors to conduct audits and compliance monitoring. Assist in assessment of internal controls related to various internal OMB activities and City programs funded with Federal and State funds.

- Conduct surveys and other research activities for audits, reviews, or special projects.

- Assist in the development and completion of audit plans. Draft memos, letters, and reports that reflect audits activities and findings.

- Review OMB-run grant management programs to determine if they are in compliance with Federal and State regulations, contracts, and agreements.

- Review and maintain a working knowledge of disaster recovery program guidelines, policies, and procedures.

- Assist in making and issuing recommendations for performance enhancement and for corrective actions in cases of potential non-compliance. Formulate specific recommendations, including cause, effect, and quantification, to assist in strengthening controls and improving operational performance.

- Engage in ongoing professional development to ensure internal audit standards are upheld.

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college.

QUALIFICATIONS: - Strong interpersonal, organizational, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. - Knowledge of professional auditing practices. - Ability to write and speak effectively. - Ability to work independently and pay close attention to detail. - Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Prior experience working in New York City government is a plus. - Prior experience working on Federal and State grants desirable.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer 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, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.