Review Vacancy
AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the
TitleAuditor 1, SG-18, Auditor Trainee 2 (Equated to SG-16), Auditor Trainee 1 (Equated to SG-14)# Item #07367
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $49202 to $77912 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for an Auditor 1, eligible under the 55 b/c program (see below), or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
70.1 Transfer:
For a 70.1 transfer to an Auditor 1 SG-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive service in an approved 70.1 title allocated to a salary grade 16 or above (12 or above for a Trainee 1, 14 or above for a Trainee 2).
55-b/c program:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
(55 b/c continued on the next page)
For a 55 b/c appointment, you must:
• Possess the minimum qualifications for the selected title as established by the Department of Civil Service and listed on the most recent exam announcement.
• Meet the applicable minimal mental and/or physical requirements for the job (with a reasonable accommodation, if necessary)
• Have a current Eligibility Letter from the NYS Department of Civil Service, www.cs.ny.gov/rp55/, and be able to provide it to the Human Resources Office upon request.
*If you are currently 55b/c eligible and possess a bachelor’s degree, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Duties Description • Conduct Audits of Employer / Bureau Compliance with Retirement and Social Security Laws, Rules and Regulations.
o Conduct risk assessments to determine what areas are high risks or conduct targeted examinations in response to Executive requests.
o Prepare an audit plan that outlines step by step methodologies for accomplishing the purpose of the examination.
o Gain a thorough understanding of the laws, rules, regulations and policies that govern the issue.
o Review employer’s and bureau’s current policies and procedures for compliance with applicable statutes and evaluate their compliance with laws related to the Retirement System.
o Perform compliance and quality assurance activities that answer the questions posed by the examination. This may include obtaining payroll, personnel, banking, and legal documents to validate membership, eligibility status, service crediting and benefit and salary determinations.
o Inspect records to determine if transactions are properly recorded, documented, and authorized. Verify data and records.
o Evaluate controls for efficiency and effectiveness. Identify weaknesses.
o Ensure that salary and service reporting is consistent with laws and regulations.
o Determine the status and extent of the problem, through interviews, document analysis and outside research.
o Identify the causes of the problem and communicate with affected Bureaus in the Division to develop recommendations that are achievable and considerate of the impact on the employer, member, and the retirement system as a whole.
o Work with employers and members to improve the accuracy and completeness of their reporting.
o Prepare reports of findings and recommend improvements to the employer or Division as appropriate to prevent any similar actions occurring in the future and identify ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
o Discuss findings with internal and external officials and recommend changes in procedures and systems needed. Facilitate the implementation of recommendations needing cross-bureau collaboration.
o Provide technical assistance to law enforcement officials in conjunction with criminal fraud findings.
• Compliance Projects
o Develop plans of action outlining step-by-step methodologies for accomplishing the purpose of the project.
o Perform compliance activities that validate membership, eligibility status, service crediting and benefit and salary determinations.
o Gain a thorough understanding of the laws, rules, regulations and policies that govern the issue.
o Review internal or external party’s polices and evaluate their compliance with laws, rules and regulations related to the Retirement System.
o Inspect records to determine if transactions are properly recorded, documented, and authorized. Verify data and records.
o Evaluate controls for efficiency and effectiveness and identify weaknesses.
o Ensure that the entity is providing accurate and complete data to the Retirement System.
o Determine the status and extent of the problem, through interviews, document analysis and outside research.
o Identify the causes of the problem and communicate with affected Bureaus in the Division to develop recommendations that are achievable and considerate of the impact on the employer, member, and the retirement system as a whole.
o Work with employers and members to improve the accuracy and completeness of their reporting.
o Prepare reports of findings and recommend improvements to the employer or Division as appropriate to prevent any similar actions occurring in the future and identify ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
o Discuss findings with internal and external officials and recommend changes in procedures and systems needed. Facilitate the implementation of recommendations needing cross-bureau collaboration.
o Provide technical assistance to law enforcement officials in conjunction with criminal fraud findings.
• Investigating and Resolving Referrals
o Collect and log all referrals, complaints, tips and other correspondences to the Comptroller or Retirement Division regarding alleged wrong doings.
o Assess and track each contact based on risk, impact, and cost to the System and its members.
o Prioritize and address each contact in order of importance and time sensitivity.
o If the issue can be handled by a Bureau or other internal operating unit through its normal operating processes, draft a memo explaining the issue and the proposed action and forward the issue to the appropriate Bureau official.
o Facilitate the handling of the issue and any corrective action if cross-bureau coordination is necessary.
o Follow up with Bureau officials after a reasonable time to ensure proper corrective action has been taken.
o Discuss findings with internal and external officials and recommend changes in procedures and systems needed. Facilitate the implementation of recommendations needing cross-bureau collaboration.
o Provide technical assistance to law enforcement officials in conjunction with criminal fraud findings
• Quality Assurance and Special Projects
o Conduct risk assessments to determine what areas are high risks or develop plans of action in response to requests for compliance reviews.
o Work with Data Analytics Team to query and analyze system data to conduct quality assurance activities. These activities should validate the accuracy and completeness of Retirement System data including data on membership, eligibility status, service crediting and benefit and salary determinations.
o Identify the errors and the cause where possible.
o Facilitate corrective action among Bureaus to prevent any similar actions occurring in the future and identify ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Additional Comments Desired Competencies
• Be self-motivated, conscientious, and accountable for accurate work product.
• Ability to collect, analyze and draw accurate conclusions from large amounts of data.
• Ability to explain detailed instructions, processes, and requests clearly and accurately in written and verbal form.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Ability to work in a team and with customers in a professional and effective manner.
• Demonstrate a professional demeanor in both positive and negative situations.
• Ability to assess and prioritize risk and develop ways to mitigate issues that could have a negative impact on the System, members, or employers.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address recruit@osc.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of the New York State Comptroller, Division of Human Resources
110 State Street, 12th Floor
Notes on ApplyingSubmit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the above minimum qualifications to recruit@osc.ny.gov, no later than February 17, 203. Reference Item #07367-OER-JB in the subject line and on the cover letter for proper routing.
If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:
Division contact: Mandi Lenzi Mlenzi@osc.ny.gov
When responding, please include the reference number and letters listed in this section only. The OER ID # should not be included.