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Job Title:  

Auditor/Examiner 3 - (SHIP Coordinator)

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000004254

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$44,998.81 - $59,143.36

Job Description:

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.  

 

What we offer.  Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.  

 

Start your career in public service. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Aging Services (DAS), is seeking candidates for the position of Auditor/Examiner 3; State Health Insurance Assistant Program (SHIP) Coordinator. This position will be assigned to the office closest to the selected candidate’s area of residence. Frequent, and sometimes, overnight travel is to be expected to meet the needs of the business unit.

SHIP provides personalized counseling to help people understand their Medicare benefits, make informed decisions about health and drug plans, and apply for financial assistance programs. This position will analyze program financial data, evaluate organizational processes, conduct monitoring/auditing of sub-contractors, prepare reports and provide technical assistance, and prepare final reports and evaluations for management P provides personalized counseling to help people understand their Medicare benefits, make informed decisions about health and drug plans, and apply for financial assistance programs. This position will analyze program financial data, evaluate organizational processes, conduct monitoring/auditing of sub-contractors, prepare reports and provide technical assistance, and prepare final reports and evaluations for management.

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 Roles and Responsibilities: Under broad supervision, this position will:

Analyze financial data, test accounting systems, and evaluate organizational processes. Daily tasks include, but are not limited to;

• Reviewing journal entries, financial statements, and accounting records
• Testing internal controls and compliance procedures
• Conducting interviews with management and staff
• Analyzing transaction data for discrepancies or fraud indicators
• Documenting findings and preparing audit reports
• Communicating results to stakeholders

Conduct Audit Planning and Organization

• Perform preliminary audit surveys. Survey narrow scope audit areas, such as general ledgers and inventory, and determine the direction and objectives of the proposed audit.
• Use generally accepted audit practices, determine the scope of the audit to best evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the systems and controls under audit.
• Prepare the audit program, determine the procedures to be used and identify key control points in the system.

Conduct Audit Activities

• Perform the audit in accordance with the approved audit plan.
• Evaluate basic internal and management control systems and the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
• Plan and execute reviews and tests of accounting statements and records to verify accuracy, completeness and propriety.
• Conduct reviews of organizational and functional activities, programs or individual units within an organization and determine whether they are consistent with agency objectives and administrative standards.
• Evaluate agency grant programs and the activities, functions and programs of contractors/grantees, including financial and compliance audits of contracts/grants.
• Analyze solutions to administrative and technical problems disclosed through internal review.
• Identify, gather, review and analyze physical, oral or documentary data on agency management policies, practices, procedures and organizational structure.
• Evaluate data and compare actual to expected results and draw conclusions.

Prepare Reports and Provide Technical Advice

• Prepare clear, concise and complete work papers.
• Participate in interim progress meetings and present results of independent work orally or in writing.
• Prepare draft audit reports for review for portions of larger, more complex audits or complete draft reports for smaller, less complex audit projects.
• Draft audit reports may include recommendations to correct the deficiencies.
• Advise auditee, based on audit findings, concerning proper recordkeeping, reporting and application of pertinent provisions of State and Federal laws and agency rules and regulations.
• Participate in developing and conducting on-the-job training and providing limited technical assistance to staff.

Document Findings and Conclusions

• Participate in or assist with external audits (e.g., State Auditor, etc.).
• Conduct or participate in internal and external follow up audits, as assigned.

Continual Professional Development

• Complete Medicare, SHIP and MIPPA training for the initial certification.
• Obtain Medicare counselor certification to become a Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Complete the annual state and Federal Medicare counselor recertification.
• Study new announcements on accounting principles and auditing standards and techniques as developed by authoritative bodies within the profession.

Completes other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Ability to plan, perform, and document financial, operational, or compliance audits
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to detect errors, inconsistencies, and potential fraud through thorough reviews.
• Excellent oral, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong contributor in a team environment.
• Ability to complete frequent statewide overnight travel.
• Displays honesty, accountability, and a strong commitment to his or her public duty and presents oneself as a credible representative of the agency and State to maintain the public trust.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;

OR

One (1) year of experience at lower-level Adult Protective Services CM 1 (SSP170);

OR

 position equivalent.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience:

• Two years of experience conducting program audits.
• Three years of experience with Medicare or Medicaid.
• Master’s degree in Gerontology or Aging Services Management from a regionally accredited college/university or five years of Medicare experience working in the aging network.

• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles such as those prescribed by Governmental Accounting Standards Board and the Financial Accounting Standards Board.
• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards as prescribed by the U.S. General Accounting Office, including the Standards prescribed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
• Basic knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing as prescribed by the Institute of the Internal Auditors.
• Basic knowledge of auditing techniques such as analytical review procedures, statistical sampling methods, quantitative methods, account analysis, reconciliation methods, flowcharting, and work paper preparation methods and documentation.
• Basic knowledge of risk analysis for evaluation of internal controls.
• Basic knowledge of risk analysis for evaluation of agency programs and management performance.
• Basic knowledge of auditing procedures for writing or amending audit programs.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications for personal computers such as operating systems and utilities, spreadsheets, and flowcharting and system file maintenance and backup procedures.
• Basic knowledge of governmental organization.
• Skill in following instructions provided by a team leader for training and development as a professional auditor.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in interview techniques.
• Skill in organizing observations and documenting auditing results in an acceptable work paper format.

Additional Information:

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services visit https://dhs.georgia.gov

Employment Information:

• DHS is an equal opportunity employer.
• Current state employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
• If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hrhelpline@dhs.ga.gov.
• The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
• DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE).
• DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree(s), diploma, licensure, etc.
• As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of professional job-related experience; or five (5) years of professional job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Auditor/Examiner 2 (FIP031) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.