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AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the

TitleAuditor 1 (MUNICIPAL), Auditor Trainee(MUNICIPAL), Vacancy - Item #03896

Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $49202 to $77912 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address The Office of the New York State Comptroller

110 State Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12236

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be reachable on the Decentralized list for Auditor 1 (Municipal), exam #20-777 or reachable on the Auditor (Municipal) Trainee 1 list, exam #20-724 or be a current NYS employee eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.
70.1 Transfer:
For a 70.1 transfer to an Auditor 1 (Municipal), you must have one year of permanent competitive service in an approved 70.1 title allocated to salary grade 16 or above and have 24 credit hours in accounting and/or auditing.
70.4 Transfer:
For a 70.4 transfer to an Auditor 1 (Municipal), you must:
• Have one year of permanent competitive service allocated to salary grade 16 or higher.
• Meet the open competitive minimum qualifications of the position, and
• Have standing on the open competitive decentralized exam list #20-777

For a 70.4 transfer to an Auditor Trainee 1 (Municipal), a candidate must:

• Have one year of permanent, competitive service allocated to salary grade 12 or higher,
• Meet the open competitive minimum qualifications of the position, and
• Have standing on the open competitive decentralized exam list #20-724.

55-b/c appointment:

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
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:

http://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/oc-cr/decentralized/20-722.cfm (Trainee level)*
http://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/oc-cr/decentralized/20-777.cfm (Senior level)*

· 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 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 Desired Competencies
• Ability to think independently
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal skills
• Good knowledge and use of technology
• Good organizational skills
• Team player
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude

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

Name Linsay Scribner

Telephone (518) 474-1924

Fax (518) 486-6723

Email Address Recruit@osc.ny.gov

Address

Street Office of the State Comptroller, Office 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 stating how you meet the above minimum qualification to recruit@osc.ny.gov, or the address below, no later than December 2, 2022.

Please reference Item #03896-OER-LDS in the subject line and on the cover letter.

Human Resources mailing address:
Office of Human Resources
110 State Street, 12th Floor
Albany, NY 12236
Attn: Linsay Scribner

If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:
Division contact: Jennifer Haviland, (518) 357-8215

When responding, please include the reference number and letters listed in this section. The OER ID # should not be included.


Human Resources mailing address:
Office of Human Resources
110 State Street, 12th Floor
Albany, NY 12236
Attn: Linsay Scribner

If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:
Division contact: Jennifer Haviland, (518) 357-8215

When responding, please include the reference number and letters listed in this section. The OER ID # should not be included.