Job Description

Overview

The Finance & Administration Division of the Agency of Transportation (AOT) is seeking an Audit Specialist. This position is based out of the Barre City Place office, and is eligible for telework or flexible schedules.

The Audit Specialist II position will support the AOT Audit Bureau with a variety of required tasks, which include, but are not limited to:

• Financial reviews on indirect cost rates, perform invoice reviews
• Assist in gathering documentation and preparation for submittal relative to the Annual Single Audit Review
• Assist with coordinating with various sections of the Agency to obtain documentation required to support audits, organize documentation with reference numbers, ensure the auditor\'s requests are met, and prepare documents to be uploaded for submittal,
• Assist with requesting and gathering information for Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Audit
• Assist with improper payment reviews by FHWA
• Perform rate schedule reviews for pending contracts, evaluate internal controls, identify gaps, and develop corrective actions
• Assist with subrecipient monitoring of state and federal grants, and perform subrecipient single audit reviews

Additionally, the position has full responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and completing assignments in accordance with State and Federal guidelines and accepted audit practices, as well as for developing and attaining section objectives which are compatible with the policies and objectives of the Agency. By assessing risk, the incumbent determines the nature of audit assignments and where the efforts of staff must be focused. Collaboration with and requests from the Audit Chief and other managers leads to investigations of regulatory compliance in many different areas of AOT and often results in policy recommendations.

Who May Apply

This position, AOT Audit Specialist II (Job Requisition #46737), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Erik Oberlin at .
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in standard office setting, though occasional travel may be required. Out of state travel may be expected.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor\'s degree in accounting, public or business administration, or a related field AND three (3) years or more of financial operations or program audit experience.

OR

Associate\'s degree in accounting, public or business administration, or a related field AND four (4) years or more of audit experience in a government environment.

OR

Five (5) years or more of financial operations or program audit experience in a government environment.

OR

Certification as a CPA.

OR

Two (2) years or more of experience as an AOT Audit Specialist I.

Preferred Qualifications

18 credit hours in accounting, auditing or taxation.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it\'s more than a paycheck. The State\'s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State\'s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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